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DevNet · Splice0.9.3announced 2026-10-20
TestNet · Splice0.9.3announced 2026-10-20
MainNet · Splice0.9.3announced 2026-10-20
Latest Canton3.6.42026-10-22
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Validators
Run a node32 linksOnboarding, deployment, operations, and where to watch the networks.
Get started
DocsValidator onboarding processSponsors, IP allowlisting and approvals for DevNet, TestNet and MainNet.docs.canton.networkDocsHardware and prerequisitesWhat a node needs before you deploy it.docs.canton.networkDocsDeployment optionsDocker Compose or Kubernetes, and how to choose.docs.canton.networkOfficialApply to set up a validator nodeThe Canton Foundation application form.canton.foundationOfficialValidators on the Canton Foundation siteThe Foundation overview of validators.canton.foundation
Deploy
DocsDocker Compose deploymentStep by step with Docker Compose.docs.canton.networkDocsKubernetes deploymentStep by step with Helm.docs.canton.networkDocsIngress and egress requirementsThe network paths a validator must open.docs.canton.networkDocsIdentity managementKeys, parties and identities of a node.docs.canton.networkDocsOIDC providers: Okta and KeycloakLogin for the wallet and node APIs.docs.canton.network
Operate
DocsValidator securityHardening a running validator.docs.canton.networkDocsMonitoring setupDashboards and alerts for a node.docs.canton.networkDocsObservability configurationLogs, metrics and tracing settings.docs.canton.networkDocsSplice metrics overviewThe metrics a Splice node exposes.docs.canton.networkDocsRelease notesWhat changed in each Canton and Splice release.docs.canton.networkDocsVersion compatibility dashboardWhich versions work together.docs.canton.networkDocsCanton console: getting startedFirst steps with the console.docs.canton.networkDocsSupport channelsWhere to ask for help.docs.canton.network
Super validators
DocsSV operations overviewRunning a super validator node.docs.canton.networkDocsSV upgradesHow super validator upgrades are done.docs.canton.networkDocsSV securitySecurity for super validator nodes.docs.canton.networkDocsSV backupBackups for super validator nodes.docs.canton.networkDocsSV governance referenceHow super validators decide.docs.canton.network
Explorers and dashboards
ExplorerSV Network StatusNetwork status for DevNet, TestNet and MainNet.canton.foundationExplorerLoop LighthouseExplorer with a MainNet, TestNet and DevNet switcher.lighthouse.cantonloop.comExplorerCCViewMainNet explorer. The site blocks automated checks, so it is not verified by the weekly check.ccview.ioExplorerCCToolsCommunity toolkit with MainNet data.cctools.networkExplorerCanton data analytics by The TieMainNet analytics dashboard.canton.thetie.ioExplorerSync InsightsCommercial analytics for node operators.syncinsights.io
On CCPEDIA
CCPEDIAValidators hubCritical alerts, the upgrade check, calendar subscriptions, the SV roster and governance proposals.ccpedia.xyzCCPEDIARadarDeadlines, breaking changes and ecosystem updates for validators and developers.ccpedia.xyzCCPEDIAReleasesDigital Asset and Daml release notes and changelogs.ccpedia.xyz
Developers
Build on Canton30 linksThe quickstart, tooling, API references, standards, and the code repositories.
Start here
DocsChoose your pathWhere to begin, by what you want to build.docs.canton.networkDocsQuickstartA working app on LocalNet.docs.canton.networkDocsQuickstart prerequisites and installationWhat to install first.docs.canton.networkDocsDevelopment environment setupYour local toolchain.docs.canton.networkDocsDPM, the Daml package managerThe current Daml tooling. It replaces the old daml assistant.docs.canton.networkDocsLocalNet developmentDeveloping against a local Canton network.docs.canton.networkDocsDeploy the Quickstart to DevNetTaking the Quickstart to a shared network.docs.canton.network
Reference
DocsDaml language referenceThe Daml language.docs.canton.networkDocsJSON Ledger API quickstartTalk to a participant over HTTP.docs.canton.networkDocsgRPC Ledger API referenceThe Ledger API v2 services.docs.canton.networkDocsAdmin API referenceNode administration APIs.docs.canton.networkDocsSplice validator API referenceThe validator app HTTP API.docs.canton.networkDocsPQS, the Participant Query StoreIndex ledger data into SQL.docs.canton.networkDocsSDKs and tools overviewThe full list of SDKs and tools.docs.canton.networkDocsObservability and tracing for appsInstrumenting an app.docs.canton.networkDocsSecurity best practicesApplication security.docs.canton.networkDocsIntegrations overviewWallets, exchanges and other integrations.docs.canton.network
Standards and proposals
Code
Codecn-quickstartThe Quickstart repository.github.comCodecanton-network on GitHubSplice, the wallet and related repositories.github.comCodedigital-asset on GitHubCanton, Daml and DPM.github.comCodecanton-foundation on GitHubCIPs and the Dev Fund.github.comCodeCanton Dev Fund repositoryProposals and process of the Development Fund.github.comCodeCanton walletThe wallet gateway and SDKs.github.comToolCanton Developer HubA catalogue of tools and SDKs maintained by the Canton Foundation.dev-hub.canton.foundation
On CCPEDIA
CCPEDIAMCP server and REST APIThe whole index for AI agents and scripts, with the setup for Claude, Cursor and others.ccpedia.xyzCCPEDIASearchOne search box over the docs, CIPs, forum, releases and more.ccpedia.xyzCCPEDIADocumentationFull-text search over the Canton SDK and Daml documentation.ccpedia.xyz
Community
Find your people17 linksThe Canton Foundation, the forum, mailing lists, and chat channels.
Canton Foundation
OfficialCanton FoundationThe home of the Global Synchronizer governance.canton.foundationOfficialFoundation newsAnnouncements.canton.foundationOfficialGrants programFunding for builders.canton.foundationOfficialCanton Network blogArticles from the Canton Network site.canton.networkOfficialNewsletter signupThe official newsletter form.canton.networkOfficialBrand kit and trademark useLogos and usage rules.canton.networkToolCanton ecosystem directoryProjects in the ecosystem.cantonecosystem.com
Talk to people
ForumCanton Network forumQuestions, answers and proposals.forum.canton.networkMailing listGlobal Sync Forum mailing listGeneral discussion of the Global Synchronizer.lists.sync.globalMailing listcip-discuss mailing listDiscussion of proposals.lists.sync.globalMailing listcip-vote mailing listVotes on proposals.lists.sync.globalMailing listcip-announce mailing listAnnouncements about proposals.lists.sync.globalChatCanton Network DiscordThe official Discord server.discord.comChatCanton Network TelegramAnnouncement channel.t.me
Learn
Start from zero13 linksExplainers and talks for people who are new to Canton.
Concepts
Articles
OfficialWhat is a validator on the Canton Network?A concept overview from 2024.canton.networkOfficialThe Canton Network: a technical primerA concept overview from 2025.canton.networkOfficialWhat is CIP-56? A guide to the token standardThe token standard explained.canton.networkForumThe new unified Canton developer docs are liveWhy the docs moved to docs.canton.network.forum.canton.network
Talks
On CCPEDIA
CCPEDIACIP browserEvery Canton Improvement Proposal with its status, history and full-text search.ccpedia.xyzCCPEDIAGlossaryPlain definitions of the Canton Network terms used across CIPs and the dashboard.ccpedia.xyzCCPEDIAWhitepapersArchitecture, tokenomics, regulatory and research papers.ccpedia.xyz
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