What is RPC Node?

A server that provides an API for reading blockchain data and submitting transactions to the Solana network.

An RPC (Remote Procedure Call) node is a server that acts as your gateway to the Solana blockchain. It lets applications like SOL Wallet Shadow read on-chain data and submit transactions.

What RPC Nodes Do

•Read data — Check wallet balances, token prices, transaction history
•Submit transactions — Send swap transactions to the network
•Subscribe to events — Monitor wallets for new activity in real time

Public vs. Private RPC

Public RPC

•Free to use
•Shared with many users
•Rate-limited during high traffic
•May be slower or less reliable

Private RPC

•Dedicated to you
•Higher rate limits
•Better performance
•Costs money (free tiers available)

Why RPC Choice Matters for Copy Trading

In copy trading, speed is everything. The faster your RPC:

•Detects a whale's trade
•Submits your copy trade
•Gets your transaction confirmed

The better price you'll get and the closer your trade mirrors the whale's.

SOL Wallet Shadow supports custom RPC endpoints so you can use a private provider like Helius, QuickNode, or Triton for optimal performance.