eth_getBlockByHash - BSC RPC Method
Retrieve complete block data by block hash on Binance Smart Chain. Essential for DeFi developers, trading platform builders, and teams seeking Binance ecosystem access building on the third-largest blockchain by market cap with $12B+ TVL and 37%+ DEX market share.
Returns information about a block by hash on Binance Smart Chain.
Why BSC? Build on the third-largest blockchain by market cap with $12B+ TVL and 37%+ DEX market share with sub-$0.10 fees, 2.6M daily active users, full EVM compatibility, and direct Binance integration.
Use Cases
The eth_getBlockByHash method is essential for:
- Block verification - Verify block data using its unique hash
- Chain reorganization handling - Track blocks during reorgs
- Cross-chain bridges - Verify block finality for high-frequency DeFi (PancakeSwap), NFT marketplaces, and GameFi applications
- Deterministic queries - Get consistent block data regardless of chain state
Code Examples
Error Handling
| Error Code | Message | Description |
|---|---|---|
| -32602 | Invalid params | Invalid block hash format |
| -32000 | Block not found | Block with this hash does not exist |
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eth_getBlockByNumber
Retrieve complete block data by block number on Binance Smart Chain. Perfect for DeFi developers, trading platform builders, and teams seeking Binance ecosystem access building on the third-largest blockchain by market cap with $12B+ TVL and 37%+ DEX market share.
eth_getBlockReceipts
Return every transaction receipt in a block on Binance Smart Chain. Useful for indexers, analytics pipelines, and event backfills across high-frequency DeFi (PancakeSwap), NFT marketplaces, and GameFi applications.