eth_hashrate - Ethereum

The eth_hashrate method returns the mining hashrate in hashes per second, reflecting the mining performance of the node. It is part of Ethereum's JSON-RPC Core API and helps monitor network security

This method returns the number of hashes per second with which the node is mining

The eth_hashrate method is part of the Ethereum JSON RPC Core API, used to interact with Ethereum nodes. This method returns the number of hashes per second with which the node is mining. When the stratum server is enabled, the eth_hashrate RPC Ethereum method returns the cumulative hashrate of all sealers reporting their hashrate. This information is crucial for monitoring the mining performance and overall network security.

Supported Networks

The eth_hashrate RPC Ethereum method supports the following network types:

• Mainnet

• Testnet: Sepolia, Hoodi

Parameters

No parameters are required for this method

Request

URL

https://go.getblock.io/<ACCESS-TOKEN>/

To make a request, send a JSON object with the jsonrpc, method, and params fields. Below is an example of how to make a request using curl:

curl

curl --location --request POST 'https://go.getblock.io/<ACCESS-TOKEN>/' \
--header 'Content-Type: application/json' \
--data-raw '{
    "jsonrpc": "2.0",
    "method": "eth_hashrate",
    "params": [],
    "id": "getblock.io"
}'

ws

Response

The server responds with a JSON object containing the mining hashrate. Below is an example of a typical response:

{
    "id": "getblock.io",
    "jsonrpc": "2.0",
    "result": "0x0"
}

Response Description

• result: The result contains the current mining hashrate, represented as a hexadecimal string value

Use Case

The eth_hashrate method is particularly useful for developers and miners who need to monitor the hashrate of their node. By using the eth_hashrate method, developers can determine how effectively their mining hardware is performing. In case of an eth_hashrate error, developers should check if the mining process is properly set up and that the node is connected to the network. An eth_hashrate example is provided in this documentation to illustrate the correct usage.

Code Example

You can also make requests to the eth_hashrate method programmatically using Python. Below is an example using the requests library:

Python

import requests
import json

# Define the API URL and access token
url = 'https://go.getblock.io/<ACCESS-TOKEN>/'
headers = {'Content-Type': 'application/json'}

# Prepare the request data
data = {
    "jsonrpc": "2.0",
    "method": "eth_hashrate",
    "params": [],
    "id": "getblock.io"
}

# Send the POST request
response = requests.post(url, headers=headers, data=json.dumps(data))

# Parse the JSON response
response_data = response.json()

# Print the result
print(json.dumps(response_data, indent=4))

JavaScript

This Python script sends a request to the eth_hashrate method and prints the returned hashrate value. Make sure to replace <ACCESS-TOKEN> with your actual API token. The Web3 eth_hashrate method can also be used in Web3 libraries for Ethereum, providing an interface to access the mining hashrate data for various use cases, including monitoring mining performance and optimizing mining operations.

The Ethereum eth_hashrate method is an important part of the Ethereum JSON RPC API and Core API Endpoints, providing real-time information about the mining capabilities of a node. This method can be useful in scenarios where monitoring mining efficiency or determining overall network participation is needed. Additionally, developers can use this method to collect metrics on block production and transaction processing efficiency, making it a valuable tool in the Ethereum development ecosystem.