Overview
Alchemy provides infrastructure for teams building on blockchains. Its core product is managed node access over RPC for Ethereum and many other networks, so developers do not need to run their own nodes.
On top of node access it offers enhanced APIs for tokens, NFTs and transfers, webhooks for on-chain events, and account abstraction tooling for smart wallets. It is used by both startups and large web3 applications.
Key features
- Node APIsManaged RPC access to Ethereum, layer 2s and other supported chains.
- Data APIsEnhanced endpoints for token balances, NFTs and transaction history.
- WebhooksNotifications when addresses or contracts see on-chain activity.
- Account abstractionSmart wallet SDKs, bundlers and gas sponsorship.
- Dashboard and monitoringRequest analytics, logs and debugging tools for apps.
Best for
- Teams that want managed blockchain nodes instead of self-hosting
- Developers building wallets or apps that need indexed token and NFT data
- Products adopting smart wallets and sponsored transactions
Pricing
Freemium. Free tier with a monthly compute allowance; paid plans are usage-based with higher throughput and support.
| Plan | What you get |
|---|---|
| Free | Monthly compute allowance for development and small apps. |
| Pay as you go | Usage-based billing for growing applications. |
| Enterprise | Custom volume, support and reliability terms. |
Prices and plan limits change often. Check the official website for current pricing. Last reviewed Oct 3, 2026.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Broad chain coverage from a single provider
- Enhanced APIs save building custom indexers for common data
- Mature documentation and developer tooling
Cons
- Relying on a hosted provider adds a centralised dependency
- Compute-unit based billing can be hard to forecast
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Free tier with a monthly compute allowance; paid plans are usage-based with higher throughput and support.