eth_getBlockByNumber - Ethereum RPC Method
Retrieve complete block data by block number on Ethereum. Perfect for DeFi developers, NFT creators, and enterprise blockchain teams building on the world's leading smart contract platform with the largest developer ecosystem.
Returns information about a block by block number on Ethereum.
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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 DeFi protocols (60% market share), NFT marketplaces, DAOs, and enterprise dApps
- 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
eth_blockNumber- Get latest block numbereth_getBlockByHash- Get block by hasheth_getTransactionByHash- Get transaction details
eth_blockNumber
Get the current block height on Ethereum. Essential for syncing dApps, monitoring transaction confirmations, and blockchain state tracking.
eth_getBlockByHash
Retrieve complete block data by block hash on Ethereum. Essential for DeFi developers, NFT creators, and enterprise blockchain teams building on the world's leading smart contract platform with the largest developer ecosystem.