> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](/llms.txt).

# Arc

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Calls to the Arc network are routed through partner infrastructure providers.

Arc is an open, EVM-compatible Layer-1 with USDC as native gas, built for real time money movement and onchain markets.

See also

- The [official Arc documentation](https://www.arc.io/) for more information.

Select an option below to get started with the Arc network.

[QuickstartLearn how to quickly connect and make calls to the Arc network.](/reference/arc/quickstart/)

[JSON-RPC APIsView the APIs available for communicating with the Arc network.](/reference/arc/json-rpc-methods/)

[Create an API keyLearn how to create and secure an API key.](/dashboard/get-started/create-api/)

## Endpoints[​](#endpoints "Direct link to Endpoints")

Connect

| Network | Description             | URL                                                     |
| ------- | ----------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------- |
| Mainnet | JSON-RPC over HTTPS     | https://arc-mainnet.infura.io/v3/<YOUR-API-KEY> Copied  |
| Mainnet | JSON-RPC over WebSocket | wss://arc-mainnet.infura.io/ws/v3/<YOUR-API-KEY> Copied |
| Testnet | JSON-RPC over HTTPS     | https://arc-testnet.infura.io/v3/<YOUR-API-KEY> Copied  |

## Partners and privacy policies[​](#partners-and-privacy-policies "Direct link to Partners and privacy policies")

No personal information is sent as part of partner requests, only information necessary to fulfill your API request. This means that Infura's partner service provider can service your request, but not store the content of your request.

The following partners provide access to the Arc network:

- Alchemy ([Terms of Service](https://legal.alchemy.com/#contract-hjjoqzsvlx), [Privacy Policy](https://legal.alchemy.com/#contract-sblyf8eub))
- QuickNode ([Terms of Service](https://www.quicknode.com/terms), [Privacy Policy](https://www.quicknode.com/privacy))