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BNBChain

by bnb-chain

Interact with BNBChain for block exploration, smart contracts, token, wallet operations, and Greenfield storage across E

Enables direct interaction with BNB Chain and other EVM-compatible networks for blockchain operations including block exploration, smart contract interaction, token management, wallet operations, and Greenfield storage functionality.

github stars

51

Supports multiple EVM-compatible networksIncludes Greenfield decentralized storagePrivate key handling stays client-side

best for

  • / DApp developers building on BNB Chain
  • / Blockchain analysts querying network data
  • / Web3 developers managing smart contracts
  • / Projects needing decentralized storage via Greenfield

capabilities

  • / Query blockchain blocks and transaction data
  • / Interact with smart contracts on EVM networks
  • / Manage ERC20 tokens and NFT operations
  • / Perform wallet operations and transaction management
  • / Upload and manage files on Greenfield network
  • / Register and resolve on-chain AI agent identities

what it does

Connects AI assistants to BNB Chain and other EVM-compatible blockchain networks for querying blocks, interacting with smart contracts, managing tokens/NFTs, and performing wallet operations.

about

BNBChain is an official MCP server published by bnb-chain that provides AI assistants with tools and capabilities via the Model Context Protocol. Interact with BNBChain for block exploration, smart contracts, token, wallet operations, and Greenfield storage across E It is categorized under developer tools.

how to install

You can install BNBChain in your AI client of choice. Use the install panel on this page to get one-click setup for Cursor, Claude Desktop, VS Code, and other MCP-compatible clients. This server runs locally on your machine via the stdio transport.

license

MIT

BNBChain is released under the MIT license. This is a permissive open-source license, meaning you can freely use, modify, and distribute the software.

readme

BNBChain MCP (Model Context Protocol)

A powerful toolkit for interacting with BNB Chain and other EVM-compatible networks through natural language processing and AI assistance.

<a href="https://glama.ai/mcp/servers/@bnb-chain/bnbchain-mcp"> <img width="380" height="200" src="https://glama.ai/mcp/servers/@bnb-chain/bnbchain-mcp/badge" alt="bnbchain-mcp MCP server" /> </a>

Description

BNBChain MCP is a Model Context Protocol implementation that enables seamless interaction with blockchain networks through AI-powered interfaces. It provides a comprehensive set of tools and resources for blockchain development, smart contract interaction, and network management.

Core Modules

The project is organized into several core modules:

  • Blocks: Query and manage blockchain blocks
  • Contracts: Interact with smart contracts
  • Network: Network information and management
  • NFT: NFT (ERC721/ERC1155) operations
  • Tokens: Token (ERC20) operations
  • Transactions: Transaction management
  • Wallet: Wallet operations and management
  • Common: Shared utilities and types
  • Greenfield: Support file management operations on Greenfield network including, uploading, downloading, and managing files and buckets
  • Additional features coming soon (Greenfield, Swap, Bridge, etc.)
  • Agents (ERC-8004): Register and resolve on-chain AI agent identities (ERC-8004 Trustless Agents) on BSC and BSC Testnet

Important Notes

We do not recommend deploying this MCP Server on the public internet. (1) The SSE endpoint has no authentication—anyone who can reach it can use the server. (2) There is no centralized service that custodies private keys or funds; keys and signing are the responsibility of the client. If you still need to deploy it publicly, add an authentication layer in front (e.g. API keys, JWT, or a reverse proxy with auth), or deploy a keyless version that only exposes read-only or non-sensitive tools.

Integration with Cursor

To connect to the MCP server from Cursor:

  1. Open Cursor and go to Settings (gear icon in the top right)
  2. Click on "MCP" in the left sidebar
  3. Click "Add new global MCP server"
  4. Enter the following details:

Default mode

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "bnbchain-mcp": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "@bnb-chain/mcp@latest"],
      "env": {
        "PRIVATE_KEY": "your_private_key_here. (optional)"
      }
    }
  }
}

SSE mode

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "bnbchain-mcp": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "@bnb-chain/mcp@latest", "--sse"],
      "env": {
        "PRIVATE_KEY": "your_private_key_here. (optional)"
      }
    }
  }
}

Integration with Claude Desktop

To connect to the MCP server from Claude Desktop:

  1. Open Claude Desktop and go to Settings
  2. Click on "Developer" in the left sidebar
  3. Click the "Edit Config" Button
  4. Add the following configuration to the claude_desktop_config.json file:
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "bnbchain-mcp": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "@bnb-chain/mcp@latest"],
      "env": {
        "PRIVATE_KEY": "your_private_key_here"
      }
    }
  }
}
  1. Save the file and restart Claude Desktop

Once connected, you can use all the MCP prompts and tools directly in your Claude Desktop conversations. For example:

  • "Analyze this address: 0x123..."
  • "Explain the EVM concept of gas"
  • "Check the latest block on BSC"

Integration with Other Clients

If you want to integrate BNBChain MCP into your own client, please check out the examples directory for more detailed information and reference implementations.

The examples demonstrate:

  • How to set up the MCP client
  • Authentication and configuration
  • Making API calls to interact with blockchain networks
  • Handling responses and errors
  • Best practices for integration

Local Development

Prerequisites

Quick Start

  1. Clone the repository:
git clone https://github.com/bnb-chain/bnbchain-mcp.git
cd bnbchain-mcp
  1. Set up environment variables:
cp .env.example .env

Edit .env file with your configuration:

  • PRIVATE_KEY: Your wallet private key (required for transaction operations)
  • LOG_LEVEL: Set logging level (DEBUG, INFO, WARN, ERROR)
  • PORT: Server port number (default: 3001)
  1. Install dependencies and start development server:
# Install project dependencies
bun install

# Start the development server
bun dev:sse

Testing with MCP Clients

Configure the local server in your MCP clients using this template:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "bnbchain-mcp": {
      "url": "http://localhost:3001/sse",
      "env": {
        "PRIVATE_KEY": "your_private_key_here"
      }
    }
  }
}

Testing with Web UI

We use @modelcontextprotocol/inspector for testing. Launch the test UI:

bun run test

Available Scripts

  • bun dev:sse: Start development server with hot reload
  • bun build: Build the project
  • bun test: Run test suite

Available Prompts and Tools

Prompts

NameDescription
analyze_blockAnalyze a block and provide detailed information about its contents
analyze_transactionAnalyze a specific transaction
analyze_addressAnalyze an EVM address
interact_with_contractGet guidance on interacting with a smart contract
explain_evm_conceptGet an explanation of an EVM concept
compare_networksCompare different EVM-compatible networks
analyze_tokenAnalyze an ERC20 or NFT token
how_to_register_mcp_as_erc8004_agentGet guidance on registering an MCP server as an ERC-8004 agent

Tools

NameDescription
get_block_by_hashGet a block by hash
get_block_by_numberGet a block by number
get_latest_blockGet the latest block
get_transactionGet detailed information about a specific transaction by its hash
get_transaction_receiptGet a transaction receipt by its hash
estimate_gasEstimate the gas cost for a transaction
transfer_native_tokenTransfer native tokens (BNB, ETH, MATIC, etc.) to an address
approve_token_spendingApprove another address to spend your ERC20 tokens
transfer_nftTransfer an NFT (ERC721 token) from one address to another
transfer_erc1155Transfer ERC1155 tokens to another address
transfer_erc20Transfer ERC20 tokens to an address
get_address_from_private_keyGet the EVM address derived from a private key
get_chain_infoGet chain information for a specific network
get_supported_networksGet list of supported networks
resolve_ensResolve an ENS name to an EVM address
is_contractCheck if an address is a smart contract or an externally owned account (EOA)
read_contractRead data from a smart contract by calling a view/pure function
write_contractWrite data to a smart contract by calling a state-changing function
get_erc20_token_infoGet ERC20 token information
get_native_balanceGet native token balance for an address
get_erc20_balanceGet ERC20 token balance for an address
get_nft_infoGet detailed information about a specific NFT
check_nft_ownershipCheck if an address owns a specific NFT
get_erc1155_token_metadataGet the metadata for an ERC1155 token
get_nft_balanceGet the total number of NFTs owned by an address from a specific collection
get_erc1155_balanceGet the balance of a specific ERC1155 token ID owned by an address

ERC-8004 Agent tools

Register and resolve AI agents on the ERC-8004 Identity Registry (Trustless Agents). Supported networks: BSC (56), BSC Testnet (97), Ethereum, Base, Polygon, and their testnets where the official registry is deployed. The agentURI should point to a JSON metadata file following the Agent Metadata Profile (name, description, image, and services such as MCP endpoint).

| Name | Descr


FAQ

What is the BNBChain MCP server?
BNBChain is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server profile on explainx.ai. MCP lets AI hosts (e.g. Claude Desktop, Cursor) call tools and resources through a standard interface; this page summarizes categories, install hints, and community ratings.
How do MCP servers relate to agent skills?
Skills are reusable instruction packages (often SKILL.md); MCP servers expose live capabilities. Teams frequently combine both—skills for workflows, MCP for APIs and data. See explainx.ai/skills and explainx.ai/mcp-servers for parallel directories.
How are reviews shown for BNBChain?
This profile displays 10 aggregated ratings (sample rows for discoverability plus signed-in user reviews). Average score is about 4.5 out of 5—verify behavior in your own environment before production use.
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Ratings

4.510 reviews
  • Shikha Mishra· Oct 10, 2024

    BNBChain is among the better-indexed MCP projects we tried; the explainx.ai summary tracks the official description.

  • Piyush G· Sep 9, 2024

    We evaluated BNBChain against two servers with overlapping tools; this profile had the clearer scope statement.

  • Chaitanya Patil· Aug 8, 2024

    Useful MCP listing: BNBChain is the kind of server we cite when onboarding engineers to host + tool permissions.

  • Sakshi Patil· Jul 7, 2024

    BNBChain reduced integration guesswork — categories and install configs on the listing matched the upstream repo.

  • Ganesh Mohane· Jun 6, 2024

    I recommend BNBChain for teams standardizing on MCP; the explainx.ai page compares cleanly with sibling servers.

  • Oshnikdeep· May 5, 2024

    Strong directory entry: BNBChain surfaces stars and publisher context so we could sanity-check maintenance before adopting.

  • Dhruvi Jain· Apr 4, 2024

    BNBChain has been reliable for tool-calling workflows; the MCP profile page is a good permalink for internal docs.

  • Rahul Santra· Mar 3, 2024

    According to our notes, BNBChain benefits from clear Model Context Protocol framing — fewer ambiguous “AI plugin” claims.

  • Pratham Ware· Feb 2, 2024

    We wired BNBChain into a staging workspace; the listing’s GitHub and npm pointers saved time versus hunting across READMEs.

  • Yash Thakker· Jan 1, 2024

    BNBChain is a well-scoped MCP server in the explainx.ai directory — install snippets and categories matched our Claude Code setup.