Blockchain Explorer

A blockchain explorer is an online tool or application that allows users to view and search the blockchain’s public ledger. It provides detailed information about transactions, addresses, blocks, and other on-chain data. Users can use a blockchain explorer to check the status of a transaction, view historical data, or verify wallet balances. Blockchain explorers work by interacting with full nodes on the network to retrieve up-to-date information about the blockchain. For example, users can use a Bitcoin blockchain explorer to track the confirmation status of their transaction, view the latest blocks added to the chain, or check the balance of a specific Bitcoin address. Explorers are essential tools for transparency in blockchain networks, providing users with the ability to verify transactions and monitor network activity. Some popular blockchain explorers include Blockchain.info, Etherscan for Ethereum, and BscScan for Binance Smart Chain.