Every blockchain app depends on infrastructure you rarely see. At the center is the RPC node — the gateway that lets wallets, bots, and dApps interact with the blockchain. The RPC layer transforms raw network performance into responsive applications on Hyperliquid, a Layer 1 with an embedded EVM for smart contracts.
What is an RPC Node?
An RPC node is a server running blockchain software that allows applications to “communicate” with the network.
In Web3, your dApp (the client) sends requests to an RPC node (the server) using Remote Procedure Calls. The RPC node relays those requests to the blockchain and returns the results.
Every wallet interaction or DeFi transaction uses an RPC endpoint behind the scenes. This setup lets developers:
Read data (e.g., check a wallet balance or pull live prices).
Write data (e.g., send a transaction).
Without RPC nodes, builders would need to build a blockchain from scratch for every app, making dApp development practically impossible.
What is Hyperliquid?
Hyperliquid is a perpetual futures decentralized exchange built on its own high-performance Layer 1 blockchain. It’s an orderbook-based L1 rollup designed for ultra-fast on-chain trading, combining exchange-like efficiency with blockchain transparency.
The Hyperliquid ecosystem consists of two layers: the native Hyperliquid L1 (where the core order book and trading logic run) and an EVM-compatible layer called HyperEVM for smart contracts and integrations.
This architecture enables developers to work with familiar Ethereum tooling while benefiting from Hyperliquid’s high-throughput network, secured by a set of Hyperliquid validators.
Why RPC Nodes Matter in Crypto
In any blockchain, RPC nodes are essential infrastructure that keep dApps running and reliable.
The quality of a dApp’s RPC connection often determines its performance. These connections power everything from DeFi dashboards querying live data to traders’ bots executing orders in real time.
Well-provisioned RPC nodes deliver:
Low latency means data arrives quickly and transactions are broadcast without delay.
High throughput to handle heavy traffic without rate-limits or errors.
Reliability through uptime and redundancy, keeping apps connected at all times.
These qualities are critical on hyperliquid, where markets move in real time. Trading interfaces, analytics dashboards, and automated bots all rely on RPC performance to accurately reflect the chain.
Types of RPC Nodes We Provide
When building on Hyperliquid, different node setups serve different needs. HypeRPC offers several types of RPC infrastructure for developers:
RPC EVM Full Node: A full EVM node that stores the most recent blockchain state and a limited amount of historical data.
RPC EVM Archive Node: It contains the entire blockchain history from its genesis to the latest block.
L1 Data Node: A node that serves low-latency, chain-level data for Hyperliquid Layer 1. This is not adapted for trading/HFT.
API Node: Handles a subset of API requests directly from local node state, which helps:
Avoid public API rate limits
Reduce reliance on external operators
Supports requests that are entirely based on local state (not dependent on external sources).
Each type of node solves a specific problem, giving developers the flexibility to design infrastructure suited to their use case.
Hyperliquid RPC Nodes: Powered by HypeRPC
When applications scale to production, shared endpoints are no longer enough. Builders need RPC infrastructure that offers private capacity, consistent latency, and strict uptime guarantees.
HypeRPC is the first dedicated RPC provider for Hyperliquid. Purpose-built for developers, HypeRPC delivers the speed, reliability, and stability required to support:
Automated order flow and trading bots
Indexers that scan large ranges of on-chain data
Real-time dashboards and user interfaces with strict performance requirements
With HypeRPC’s dedicated RPC nodes, workloads remain predictable and stable even under heavy traffic.
Closing Thoughts: RPC as the Backbone of Hyperliquid
RPC nodes are more than utilities; they are the backbone that turns Hyperliquid’s raw throughput into usable application performance.
By treating the RPC layer as core infrastructure and choosing the right node type, builders keep their dApps fast, reliable, and ready to scale. For serious Hyperliquid developers, HypeRPC provides the dedicated infrastructure to ship at production speed.
FAQs
Is an EVM full node enough for most apps?
Yes. An EVM full node handles typical reads/writes. Choose an archive node if you need the historical state at arbitrary past blocks.Can I run my own RPC node on Hyperliquid?
Yes, but expect ops overhead (hardware, sync, monitoring). Many teams start with managed endpoints, then self-host or mix both.Is an API node the same as an RPC node?
No. An API node serves selected endpoints from local state to avoid rate limits; it currently doesn’t support WebSockets or long time-series.When do I need dedicated RPC nodes?
If you require isolated capacity, predictable latency, or strict uptime for production traffic, dedicated RPC nodes are appropriate.
