The Graph Protocol
Also known as: Web3 Indexing Protocol, Blockchain Query Engine, Subgraph Platform
A decentralized indexing and querying protocol for blockchain data, enabling efficient access for dApps and developers.
The Graph is a Web3 protocol that allows developers to efficiently index and query blockchain data using a decentralized network. It enables dApps to retrieve on-chain data via GraphQL APIs without running full nodes or managing their own indexing infrastructure. Developers define how data is structured using 'subgraphs', which index smart contract events and organize the data into a format suitable for querying. Indexers, curators, and delegators participate in the network to maintain data integrity and earn rewards in the native GRT token. The Graph supports Ethereum, IPFS, and other chains.