> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.rpc.forbole.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.rpc.forbole.com/rpc-api-documentation/guide-to-rpc/endpoints/rest/celer.md).

# Celer

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## Introduction

The [**Celer Network**](https://celer.network/) is a Layer 2 scaling platform designed to enable fast, low-cost, and secure blockchain transactions. It focuses on interoperability and cross-chain communication, making it easier for users and developers to transfer assets and data across different blockchains seamlessly.

#### Key Features of the Celer Network:

1. **Layer 2 Scaling**:
   * Celer improves transaction speed and reduces costs by utilizing off-chain solutions, enabling high-performance dApps.
2. **Cross-Chain Interoperability**:
   * Its **cBridge** facilitates fast and secure transfers of assets across multiple blockchains, supporting the growing multi-chain ecosystem.
3. **Decentralized Application Support**:
   * Celer enables the development of scalable dApps, including decentralized finance (DeFi), gaming, and NFTs.
4. **State Channel Technology**:
   * Uses state channels to process transactions off-chain, reducing load on the main blockchain and increasing efficiency.
5. **Secure and Decentralized**:
   * Employs cryptographic mechanisms and decentralized validators to ensure security and trustlessness.
6. **CELR Token**:
   * The native token **CELR** is used for staking, governance, and paying transaction fees in the ecosystem.
7. **Developer-Friendly**:
   * Offers tools and SDKs for developers to integrate Layer 2 scaling and interoperability into their projects easily.
8. **Broad Blockchain Compatibility**:
   * Supports a wide range of blockchain networks, including Ethereum, BNB Chain, Avalanche, Polygon, and more.

The Celer Network is a critical component of the multi-chain future, providing infrastructure to improve blockchain scalability, interoperability, and user experience.

## How to Interact

1. Get your API Key from [Forbole's RPC](https://rpc.forbole.com/).

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1. Test the query as follow:

```bash
curl https://api-mainnet-celer-fullnode.forbole.com/cosmos/auth/v1beta1/params \
  -H "apiKey: {apiKey}"
```

**Response Example**

```json
{
    "params": {
        "max_memo_characters": "256",
        "tx_sig_limit": "7",
        "tx_size_cost_per_byte": "10",
        "sig_verify_cost_ed25519": "590",
        "sig_verify_cost_secp256k1": "1000"
    }
}
```