solscan-api

Query Solana blockchain data via public REST endpoints for balances, transactions, tokens, and blocks.

3|1|Updated Mar 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/readtheskill/readtheskill --skill solscan-api
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: solscan-api
Source: https://github.com/readtheskill/readtheskill/tree/main/public/skills/solscan-api
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/readtheskill/readtheskill --skill solscan-api

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Provides direct, reliable access to Solana explorer data so developers and agents can query account balances, transaction history, token holders, and block information without scraping or building custom indexers.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Account & Balance Lookup: Retrieve account details and SOL/token balances for wallets and program accounts.
  • Transaction History: Fetch transaction details, signatures, and parsed instructions for auditing and monitoring.
  • Token & Holder Data: Query token transfers, holders, and token metadata for analytics and on-chain reporting.
  • DeFi & Block Data: Access DeFi activity summaries, block and epoch information for performance and index tasks.
  • Use Case: Build a dashboard that monitors wallet activity and token distribution, perform forensic audits of transactions, or power agent workflows that need up-to-date Solana state.

Quick Start

Retrieve the last 100 transactions for a Solana address and summarize token transfers using the Solscan API.

Frequently Asked Questions about solscan-api

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I query Solana blockchain transactions without building a custom indexer?

You can query Solana blockchain transactions via public REST endpoints to fetch transaction signatures, parsed instructions, and account state. This approach retrieves JSON responses directly from the public API, avoiding the need for scraping or custom indexers.

What is the best way to retrieve token holders and balances for Solana wallets?

The best way to retrieve token holders and balances is by querying the Solana explorer data via standard HTTP GET requests. This method delivers JSON responses containing account details and token metadata for analytics and on-chain reporting.

Does querying Solana block and DeFi activity require network access?

Yes, querying Solana block and DeFi activity requires network access to the public API. You need to send standard HTTP GET requests to the public REST endpoints to retrieve epoch information and DeFi activity summaries.

Can I use standard HTTP GET requests for Solana account lookup and pagination?

Yes, you can use standard HTTP GET requests for Solana account lookup and pagination. The public API supports explorer endpoints and pagination to retrieve account details, transaction history, and parsed instructions.