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etherscan-api

Fetch Ethereum transaction histories, balances, ABIs, and gas metrics via Etherscan API.

3|1|Updated Mar 6, 2026
Search Tags:#api#blockchain#tokens#contracts#ethereum#on-chain#etherscan
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npx skills add https://github.com/readtheskill/readtheskill --skill etherscan-api-readtheskill
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Skill: etherscan-api
Source: https://github.com/readtheskill/readtheskill/tree/main/public/skills/etherscan-api
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/readtheskill/readtheskill --skill etherscan-api-readtheskill

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Quickly access and aggregate on-chain Ethereum data without manually querying multiple endpoints or parsing raw blockchain responses, saving developer time and avoiding repetitive API integration work.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Account balance and transaction history retrieval for addresses to power wallet explorers or portfolio trackers.
  • Contract ABI and source code lookup to enable contract interaction and verification in tooling.
  • Token balances, transfers, and event log queries for analytics, token monitoring, and alerting systems.
  • Gas price tracking and block/transaction details for transaction optimization and status checks.
  • Use Case: Integrate the plugin into a dApp backend to display recent transactions, verify contract source, and show current gas estimates in real time.

Quick Start

Use the etherscan-api skill to fetch transaction history and token balances for a specific Ethereum address using your Etherscan API key.

Frequently Asked Questions about etherscan-api

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I fetch Ethereum transaction history and account balances for a wallet address?▼

To fetch Ethereum transaction history and account balances, query Etherscan on-chain data endpoints to retrieve address balances and transaction logs programmatically without parsing raw blockchain responses.

Can I retrieve a smart contract ABI and source code from Ethereum for verification workflows?▼

Yes, you can retrieve a smart contract ABI and source code from Ethereum by querying Etherscan API endpoints to enable contract interaction and verification directly within development tooling.

What is the best way to track Ethereum gas prices and token transfers for an analytics pipeline?▼

The best way to track Ethereum gas prices and token transfers is to query gas price metrics and token transfer event logs via Etherscan API to feed real-time data into analytics pipelines.

Do I need an Etherscan API key to query on-chain data for a dApp backend?▼

Yes, you need an Etherscan API key to query on-chain data for a dApp backend, as the key authenticates requests to fetch balances, transactions, and block details via GOAT plugin endpoints.

Does the Etherscan API plugin support event log queries for token monitoring agents?▼

Yes, the Etherscan API plugin supports event log queries for token monitoring agents by exposing dedicated endpoints to fetch token transfers and event logs for alerting systems.

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