Block Explorers
Block explorers allow you to view and search blockchain data. Here are the explorers available for Namada.
What Can You Do?
With a block explorer, you can:
- 🔍 Search addresses - View balances and transaction history
- 📝 Lookup transactions - Verify transfers and status
- 📊 View validators - Check uptime, commission, stake
- 🗳️ Monitor governance - See proposals and votes
- 📈 Track network - Blocks, TPS, statistics
Available Explorers
Primary Explorers
| Explorer | Features | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Coming Soon | Full-featured explorer | - |
Explorer listings will be added as they become available.
Validator-Focused
| Tool | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Validator Dashboard | Uptime, rewards, delegators |
| Staking Explorer | Staking statistics |
Using Explorers
Search by Address
Enter a tnam... address to see:
- Current balance
- Transaction history
- Staking status
- Governance votes
Note: Shielded (znam) addresses don't appear on explorers - that's the point!
Search by Transaction Hash
Enter a transaction hash to see:
- Status (success/failed)
- Block height
- Gas used
- Details
View Validators
Explorer validator pages show:
- Commission rate
- Total stake
- Self-stake
- Uptime history
- Delegator count
What You Can't See
Due to privacy features:
| Visible | Hidden |
|---|---|
| Transparent transactions | Shielded transaction details |
tnam balances | znam balances |
| Shield/unshield events | What happens in shielded pool |
| Network statistics | Individual shielded users |
API Access
Many explorers offer APIs for developers:
Common Endpoints
| Endpoint | Purpose |
|---|---|
/blocks | Block data |
/transactions | Transaction lookup |
/validators | Validator information |
/addresses | Address balances |
Use Cases
- Portfolio tracking apps
- Analytics dashboards
- Automated monitoring
- Custom tooling
Explorer Comparison
When choosing an explorer, consider:
| Feature | Look For |
|---|---|
| Speed | Fast loading, real-time updates |
| Accuracy | Up-to-date, correct data |
| Features | Staking, governance, analytics |
| API | Developer access if needed |
| Privacy | No excessive tracking |
Alternative Tools
CLI Queries
Query directly via command line:
# Account balance
namadac balance --owner tnam1...
# Transaction status
namadac tx-status --hash 0x...
# Validator info
namadac validator-state
RPC Endpoints
Query nodes directly:
curl https://rpc.namada.net/block?height=1000
Tips for Using Explorers
Verifying Transactions
- Copy transaction hash
- Search on explorer
- Confirm status = "Success"
- Verify correct recipient and amount
Checking Validators
- Search validator address
- Check uptime (99%+ preferred)
- Note commission rate
- Review recent activity
Monitoring Governance
- Go to governance section
- View active proposals
- Check voting status
- See your validator's vote
Privacy Considerations
When using explorers:
- Your searches may be logged
- Consider using VPN
- Don't search your own addresses if privacy-sensitive
- Remember transparent activities are already public
Running Your Own Explorer
For privacy or reliability:
- Run a Namada node
- Deploy explorer software
- Query your own data
Benefits:
- No third-party tracking
- Always available
- Customizable
Testnet Explorers
For testing:
| Network | Explorer |
|---|---|
| Testnet | Coming Soon |
Reporting Issues
Found incorrect data?
- Report to explorer team
- Cross-check with other explorers
- Query via CLI for truth
- Share findings in community
Updates
Explorer ecosystem is growing. Check back for new additions!
Last updated: December 2024