On-chain
On-chain activity is recorded directly in blockchain transactions and becomes part of the confirmed ledger.
- Also known as
- onchain
On-chain refers to actions that are broadcast to the network, validated by nodes, and included in blocks. On-chain activity inherits the chain’s security and transparency.
On-chain operations are more transparent and secure but can be slower and incur fees compared to off-chain interactions.
Related terms
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Off-chain
→Activity that occurs outside the base blockchain, often for speed, privacy, or cost efficiency.
Transaction
→A signed data message that asks a blockchain to transfer value, execute code, or update state.
Block
→A batch of valid transactions added to a blockchain, linked to the previous block by a cryptographic hash.
Fee
→A transaction fee is the amount paid for block inclusion, compensating block producers and discouraging spam.
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