API Environment

ContributionDAO supports both Mainnet and Testnet environments

ContributionDAO provides access to both Mainnet and Testnet environments for developers. Each environment offers the same API features and capabilities, allowing you to seamlessly test, integrate, and operate across both networks — especially for staking and unstaking tokens.


EnvironmentDescriptionBase URLRequirements
MainnetUse this environment for production — to perform real staking operations and track live validator data.TBARequires Mainnet API Key and Application ID
TestnetUse this environment for testing and integration purposes before going live on Mainnet.https://testnet-api.contributiondao.com/api/v1.0/Requires Testnet API Key and Application ID

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ℹ️ Both environments share the same endpoint structure and functionality, enabling developers to easily switch between Testnet and Mainnet for testing or production purposes.


What’s Next

Learn how to generate your API Key and Application ID, required to authenticate and access the Validator and Staking API.