The Graph
The Graph is an indexing and query protocol organizing the world’s open blockchain data and making open data a public good. Standing at the forefront of Web3 innovation, The Graph enables innovators of all backgrounds to plug into a collaborative ecosystem. It serves as an essential infrastructure layer for Web3, enabling efficient data retrieval and powering decentralized applications across various blockchain networks. Much like Google indexes the web for efficient searching, The Graph indexes data from blockchains like Ethereum, making it easily searchable and accessible.
ABOUT THE GRAPH
The Graph is a decentralized indexing system that allows users to query data from blockchain networks, making DApp development easier.
The Graph solves this challenge with a decentralized protocol that indexes and enables the efficient and high-performance querying of blockchain data.
It operates similarly to Google’s search engine, but where Google indexes and retrieves data from the internet, The Graph pulls data from blockchains.
It collects, organizes and stores data from other blockchains, making it searchable by users.
THE GRAPH NETWORKS
Indexers.
Indexers store and index data from blockchain networks into subgraphs, running Graph Nodes to process queries and earn rewards.
Curators.
Curators identify high-quality subgraphs by staking the native cryptocurrency of The Graph, GRT.
Delegators.
Delegators stake GRT with indexes to participate in network consensus and earn rewards.
Consumers.
Consumers query indexed data on The Graph network for decentralized applications, paying query fees to access blockchain information.