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The Graph is a decentralized indexing protocol designed to organize blockchain data and make it easily accessible for developers through GraphQL queries. It eliminates the need for developers to run their own data servers or build complex indexing infrastructure by providing a globally distributed network of indexers, curators, and delegators who maintain and serve data. This approach enables applications to query blockchain data quickly and reliably, with uptime exceeding 99.99%.

Developers create or use existing subgraphs—custom APIs that define how to index and organize smart contract data. These subgraphs can be queried with simple GraphQL syntax, allowing frontend applications to load blockchain data in milliseconds. The Graph supports a wide range of use cases including decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs), analytics, and gaming.

What sets The Graph apart is its decentralized data marketplace and ecosystem, which reduces infrastructure costs by 60-98% compared to running proprietary indexing solutions. Its open network model allows anyone to participate as an indexer, curator, delegator, or developer, fostering a collaborative environment. Tens of thousands of developers and over 75,000 projects rely on The Graph, which has served over 1.27 trillion queries across multiple blockchain networks. Getting started involves creating or discovering a subgraph, querying it with GraphQL, and integrating the data into your application with minimal setup.