What are NFT Subgraphs?
NFT Subgraphs are specialized indexing and querying tools built on top of decentralized indexing protocols like The Graph. They organize and expose NFT-related blockchain data—such as ownership, transfers, metadata, and collections—in a structured and efficient way. Tools in this category typically provide pre-built or customizable subgraphs that developers can query using GraphQL to retrieve real-time and historical NFT data without running their own full nodes or complex data pipelines. The primary users are developers building NFT marketplaces, analytics platforms, wallets, and other dapps that require fast and reliable access to NFT data. Key characteristics include decentralized data indexing, support for multiple NFT standards (e.g., ERC-721, ERC-1155), and integration with blockchain networks. NFT Subgraphs often overlap with broader categories like blockchain indexing and analytics but focus specifically on NFT assets and events. Developers should consider NFT Subgraphs when they need scalable, queryable NFT data to power user interfaces, analytics dashboards, or backend services without managing raw blockchain data themselves.
