The blockchain built for an open web
Created with simplicity in mind. NEAR is built from the ground up to be performant, secure, scalable, and eco-friendly.
NEAR, the blockchain for end-users
NEAR brings users to the main stage, setting up Web3 for mass adoption.
Named addresses
Ditch the random numbers and embrace user-friendly addresses that are easy to recall. Become'yourself.near'.
Unique key stream
Accounts support multiple keys, each with distinct permissions. Give apps access to your account, ensuring your funds remain secure.
Inexpensive, blazing fast, and reliable
Every day more than 1M transactions are completed, with an avg. block time of 1.2 second and an avg. fee of $0.0001.
NEAR, the blockchain for developers
NEAR empowers developers to build open web apps and onboard users to Web3.
Smart contracts
NEAR's WebAssembly runtime lets you craft smart contracts using well-known languages such as Javascript and Rust.
Built-in account abstraction
Cover gas fees for your users using built-in meta-transactions.
Built-in developer incentive
Every time code runs on a smart contract, the contract developer earns 30% of the burned gas.
NEAR, a technical marvel
Built on years of research, NEAR's efficient and robust protocol stands as a true marvel of modern technology.
Horizontal scaling with sharding
NEAR's sharded design enables limitless scaling and robust resistance to traffic spikes.
Environmentally friendly
Thanks to its proof-of-stake nature, NEAR consumes in a year the same energy that Bitcoin consumes in 3 minutes.
A chain you can trust
10 million blocks created in a span of two years with 100% uptime.
Built for and by the community
An ever evolving protocol with an active community of contributors. Join us and help shape the future of the web.
Validators
Run your own node or chunk validator and become a part of a decentralized community safeguarding the protocol.
NEAR Enhancement Proposals
Engage in discussions about changes to the protocol’s specifications and standards. Share your voice in shaping NEAR’s future.
Nightshade 2.0
Introducing Stateless Validation and Greater Scalability
The blockchain for everyone
Blockchain has never been easier. Create your account and join a thriving community of visionaries. Help build a new Internet, where everyone counts.