eth_getBlockByNumber - BSC RPC Method
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.
Returns information about a block by block number 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_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 high-frequency DeFi (PancakeSwap), NFT marketplaces, and GameFi applications
- 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 |
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eth_getBlockByHash
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.