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# Using REST APIs

Checkout REST APIs document at:

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## Pros & Cons

### ✅ Pro

* **No blockchain tooling needed**: just HTTP requests.
* **Easy integration**: ideal for backends, service scripts, or environments where SDKs or RPC clients aren’t ideal.
* **Rapid prototyping**: fetch name resolution, profiles, etc., via simple endpoints.
* **Language Agnostic**: Works with any tech stack.

### ⚠️ Cons

* **Network latency**: HTTP is slower compared to direct RPC.
* **API stability / rate limiting**: subject to API versioning and limits.
* **Potential Latency**: May not reflect the very latest on-chain state.

**Best for:** Traditional web applications, mobile apps, or scenarios where blockchain interaction complexity isn't warranted.