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Established in 2015, Etherscan stands as the foremost block explorer, search engine, API, and analytics platform tailored specifically for the Ethereum blockchain. Since its inception, Etherscan has been at the vanguard, offering a comprehensive suite of tools and services to empower the Ethereum community with unfettered access to vital blockchain data.

Ensuring inclusive accessibility to blockchain data

Etherscan fundamental goal has been to ensure inclusive accessibility to blockchain data, making it one of the earliest and most enduring projects dedicated to serving the Ethereum community. While not a wallet service, Etherscan helps users track Ethereum network activity.

It's a free tool, though having an account offers extra features like address tracking and transaction notifications. This democratizes access to critical information on the Ethereum blockchain, ensuring that users can navigate the network without any financial barriers.

Etherscan Functionality

Users can explore assets held in any public Ethereum wallet, check balances, view transaction histories, and assess gas fees. Etherscan also allows for the verification of smart contracts and offers insights into on-chain metrics like gas costs. It's not involved in private transactions and doesn't store keys.

Additionally, developers can access its APIs for building decentralized applications. Etherscan proves invaluable for keeping tabs on Ethereum blockchain activity, offering transparency and accessibility to users worldwide. Simply inputting a public Ethereum wallet address into the search field allows users to view associated transactions.

Digital skills resource details

Target audience
Digital skills for ICT professionals and other digital experts.
Digital technology / specialisation
Digital skill level
Geographic scope - Country
Austria
Belgium
Bulgaria
Cyprus
Industry - field of education and training
Security services not further defined
Target language
English
Geographical sphere
International initiative
Methodology

Blockchain Explorer

Skills resource type
Other training material
Organisation