Metis RPC Endpoints & API Access | OnFinality

Metis RPC Endpoints on OnFinality

Metis is an Ethereum Layer 2 scaling solution that combines a rollup architecture with a decentralized sequencer to deliver fast, low-cost transactions while maintaining Ethereum-level security. The Metis Andromeda mainnet (Chain ID 1088) supports EVM-compatible smart contracts, making it a popular choice for DeFi, NFTs, and gaming dApps.

What is a Metis RPC Endpoint?

A Metis RPC endpoint is a network URL that allows applications to read blockchain data, submit transactions, and interact with smart contracts on the Metis network. Developers use RPC endpoints to connect wallets, dApps, analytics tools, and backend services to Metis.

Metis RPC on OnFinality

OnFinality provides managed API endpoints for Metis, giving developers access to reliable, scalable RPC infrastructure without the overhead of running their own nodes. Key features include:

• EVM JSON-RPC support: Full compatibility with Ethereum tooling (Web3.js, ethers.js, Hardhat, etc.)
• HTTP and WebSocket transports: Choose between RESTful requests or real-time subscriptions
• Archive and trace data: Access historical state and transaction traces for analytics and debugging
• Production-ready: Suitable for high-traffic dApps, wallets, and backend services

How to Connect to Metis with OnFinality

1. Create or sign in to your OnFinality account.
2. Select Metis from the supported networks list.
3. Create an API endpoint (shared or dedicated, depending on your plan).
4. Test the endpoint using eth_blockNumber or another JSON-RPC method.
5. Monitor usage, errors, and limits via the OnFinality dashboard before moving production traffic.

Why Use OnFinality for Metis RPC?

• No node management: Focus on building, not infrastructure.
• Scalability: Start with shared endpoints and upgrade to dedicated nodes as your project grows.
• Observability: Track request volume, latency, and error rates.
• Global infrastructure: Endpoints served from multiple regions for low latency.

Use Cases

• DeFi protocols: Fetch on-chain data, submit transactions, and monitor events.
• Wallets: Display balances, transaction history, and enable token transfers.
• Analytics platforms: Query historical data via archive nodes.
• Games and NFTs: Interact with smart contracts for minting, trading, and gameplay.

Getting Started

Visit the OnFinality dashboard to create your Metis RPC endpoint today. For detailed documentation, refer to our API guides and network configuration pages.