eth_getBlockByNumber - Base RPC Method
Retrieve complete block data by block number on Base. Perfect for consumer app developers, SocialFi builders, and teams seeking easy fiat onramps building on Coinbase's L2 with 54% of L2 market revenue and direct access to 110M+ Coinbase users.
Returns information about a block by block number on Base.
Why Base? Build on Coinbase's L2 with 54% of L2 market revenue and direct access to 110M+ Coinbase users with $8B+ TVL, $0.08 gas fees, built-in Coinbase distribution, and seamless fiat rails.
Use Cases
The eth_getBlockByNumber method is essential for:
- Block explorers - Display complete block information
- Transaction indexers - Process all transactions in a block
- Analytics platforms - Analyze blockchain data for consumer dApps, SocialFi, NFT marketplaces, and merchant payment integrations
- Timestamp verification - Get block timestamps for time-based logic
Code Examples
Error Handling
| Error Code | Message | Description |
|---|---|---|
| -32602 | Invalid params | Invalid block number or parameter format |
| -32000 | Block not found | Block does not exist |
Related Methods
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eth_blockNumber
Get the current block height on Base. Essential for syncing dApps, monitoring transaction confirmations, and blockchain state tracking.
eth_getBlockByHash
Retrieve complete block data by block hash on Base. Essential for consumer app developers, SocialFi builders, and teams seeking easy fiat onramps building on Coinbase's L2 with 54% of L2 market revenue and direct access to 110M+ Coinbase users.