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BNB Smart Chain Testnet

Connect to BNB Chain Testnet in seconds with OnFinality RPC endpoints, request analytics, scalable rate limits, and 99.99% uptime for production Web3 apps. Deploy full, validator, and archive BNB Chain Testnet nodes quickly and easily on our globally distributed, multi-cloud, one-click node solution.

BNB Smart Chain Testnet

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BNB Chain Testnet RPC Endpoint

The below example uses the public API endpoint*. This endpoint is only suitable for testing. To avoid rate limiting and service interruption, sign up now to get your own API key.

* The public endpoint is rate limited

RPC API Service

RPC API Features

ArchiveTrace

RPC Regions

N.Virginia

Dedicated Nodes

Node Type

Full

Node Endpoints

JSON-RPCWebSocketsMetrics

Use OnFinality for BNB Chain Testnet RPC endpoints and dedicated nodes. OnFinality provides reliable infrastructure for developers testing smart contracts, building dApps, and preparing for mainnet deployment on BNB Chain Testnet.

What is BNB Chain Testnet?

BNB Chain Testnet (formerly Binance Smart Chain Testnet) is an EVM-compatible test network that mirrors the BNB Smart Chain mainnet. It uses the same Proof of Staked Authority (PoSA) consensus mechanism, offering fast block times (~3 seconds) and low transaction costs. Developers use BNB Chain Testnet to deploy and test smart contracts, integrate wallets, and validate backend services without risking real assets.

Why Use an RPC Endpoint for BNB Chain Testnet?

An RPC endpoint is the URL your application uses to communicate with the blockchain. Instead of running your own node, you can connect to a managed RPC endpoint to read blockchain data, submit transactions, and interact with smart contracts. OnFinality provides authenticated RPC endpoints for BNB Chain Testnet with HTTP and WebSocket support, archive and trace capabilities, and dedicated node options.

Key Features of OnFinality BNB Chain Testnet RPC

Network Environment: Testnet
RPC Protocol: EVM JSON-RPC
Transport: HTTP and WebSocket
Advanced Access: Archive, trace, dedicated nodes
Common Use Cases: Contract testing, QA, staging releases, wallet integration testing, backend validation
Regions: N. Virginia

When to Use Dedicated Nodes

For teams with high throughput requirements or needing full control over node configuration, OnFinality offers dedicated node hosting for BNB Chain Testnet. Dedicated nodes provide isolated resources, customizable settings, and consistent performance.

Getting Started

Create or sign in to your OnFinality account.
Select BNB Chain Testnet from the supported networks list.
Create an API endpoint or deploy a dedicated node.
Test your connection using the eth_blockNumber method.
Monitor request usage, errors, and limits before moving critical traffic.

BNB Chain Overview

BNB Chain is a leading EVM-compatible blockchain ecosystem known for high throughput, low fees, and robust decentralization. It consists of BNB Beacon Chain (staking and governance) and BNB Smart Chain (smart contracts and dApps). With fast block times and Ethereum tooling compatibility, BNB Chain has become one of the most active smart contract platforms globally.