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Humanity API FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the Humanity API

Humanity Protocol is a zkEVM Layer-2 for decentralized identity that uses palm-biometric Proof-of-Humanity and zero-knowledge proofs to issue privacy-preserving, Sybil-resistant credentials.

Check out our Humanity API Quickstart guide to get started building on Humanity.

The Humanity API lets you interface with the Humanity mainnet. You can execute transactions, query onchain data, and interact with the Humanity network using the JSON-RPC standard.

Yes, Humanity is EVM compatible.

Humanity uses the JSON-RPC API standard. This API handles all blockchain interaction on the Humanity network, letting you read block/transaction data, query chain information, execute smart contracts, and store data onchain.

Humanity supports standard Ethereum JSON-RPC methods. Some chain-specific methods may vary. Please check the Humanity API Endpoints for a complete list.

When you access the Humanity network via a node provider like Alchemy, you use an API key to send transactions and retrieve data from the network. For the best development experience, we recommend that you sign up for a free API key!

Common Ethereum libraries like ethers.js should be compatible with Humanity, given its EVM nature.

If you have any questions or feedback, contact us at support@alchemy.com or open a ticket in the Alchemy Dashboard.

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