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Planq Network

Overview​

Planq is a high-performance, EVM-compatible blockchain built on the Cosmos SDK. It aims to provide a seamless bridge between Ethereum and the Cosmos ecosystem, enabling developers to deploy Ethereum smart contracts while benefiting from Cosmos' interoperability features.

Key Features​

  • EVM Compatibility: Full compatibility with Ethereum Virtual Machine
  • Cosmos Ecosystem: Built with Cosmos SDK for IBC interoperability
  • High Performance: Fast finality and low transaction costs
  • Developer Tools: Familiar Ethereum tooling and infrastructure
  • Cross-Chain: Native support for cross-chain transactions

Network Information​

  • Chain ID: planq_7070-2 (Mainnet)
  • Native Token: PLQ
  • Consensus: Tendermint
  • EVM Chain ID: 7070
  • RPC Endpoint: https://evm-rpc.planq.network
  • API Endpoint: https://rest.planq.network
  • Explorer: https://evm.planq.network

Hardware Requirements​

Minimum Requirements​

  • CPU: 4 cores
  • RAM: 8 GB
  • Storage: 500 GB SSD
  • Network: 100 Mbps
  • CPU: 8 cores
  • RAM: 16 GB
  • Storage: 1 TB NVMe SSD
  • Network: 1 Gbps

Getting Started​

To participate in the Planq network, you can:

  1. Install a Node - Run a full node to sync with the network
  2. Become a Validator - Stake PLQ tokens and participate in consensus
  3. Deploy Smart Contracts - Use familiar Ethereum tools to build on Planq
  4. Bridge Assets - Move assets between Ethereum and Cosmos ecosystems

Network Types​

  • Mainnet: Production network with real value
  • Testnet: Testing environment for developers
  • Devnet: Development network for core protocol testing

Continue to the next section to learn how to install and run a Planq node.