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algosdk is the official JavaScript library for interacting with the Algorand blockchain network. It provides comprehensive functionalities for account management, transaction creation, signing, and submission, as well as querying blockchain data. Designed for both Node.js (requiring v18.0.0 or higher) and modern browsers, the SDK is actively maintained by Algorand, with frequent releases addressing bugfixes, enhancements, and API updates to align with the latest Algorand protocol specifications. The current stable version is 3.5.2. Version 3.x introduced significant breaking changes compared to v2.x, notably requiring explicit named imports for all functions and classes instead of a single default export or namespace object. It also ships with first-class TypeScript support, requiring TypeScript version 4.2 or higher for optimal usage.

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Code
Verified usage

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Algodv2
import { Algodv2 } from 'algosdk';
import algosdk from 'algosdk'; const client = new algosdk.Algodv2(...);
Since v3, the library requires named imports; a default import or namespace object no longer works for accessing primary classes like Algodv2.
makePaymentTxnWithSuggestedParams
import { makePaymentTxnWithSuggestedParams } from 'algosdk';
const algosdk = require('algosdk'); const txn = algosdk.makePaymentTxnWithSuggestedParams(...);
All utility functions must be imported by name in v3. CommonJS `require` is also not the recommended import style.
Transaction
import { Transaction } from 'algosdk';
import * as algosdk from 'algosdk'; const txn = new algosdk.Transaction(...);
Classes like Transaction, which are used for building complex objects, are also exclusively available via named imports in v3.

Initializes the Algorand SDK client, fetches node status, retrieves suggested transaction parameters, and optionally fetches account information.

import { Algodv2, modelsv2 } from 'algosdk'; // Configure your Algorand client using environment variables const token = process.env.ALGORAND_ALGOD_TOKEN ?? ''; // Algod API token const server = process.env.ALGORAND_ALGOD_SERVER ?? 'http://127.0.0.1'; // Algod server address const port = process.env.ALGORAND_ALGOD_PORT ? parseInt(process.env.ALGORAND_ALGOD_PORT, 10) : 4001; // Algod port const client = new Algodv2(token, server, port); (async () => { try { console.log("Fetching Algorand node status..."); // Fetch and log the current Algorand node status const status: modelsv2.NodeStatusResponse = await client.status().do(); console.log("Node last round:", status.lastRound); // Fetch and log suggested transaction parameters, essential for building transactions const suggestedParams = await client.getTransactionParams().do(); console.log("Suggested transaction parameters:", suggestedParams); // Example: Fetch account information // Replace 'YOUR_ALGORAND_ADDRESS_HERE' with a valid Algorand address or set via environment variable const testAddress = process.env.ALGORAND_TEST_ACCOUNT_ADDRESS ?? 'YOUR_ALGORAND_ADDRESS_HERE'; if (testAddress !== 'YOUR_ALGORAND_ADDRESS_HERE') { console.log(`\nFetching account info for ${testAddress}...`); const accountInfo = await client.accountInformation(testAddress).do(); console.log("Account balance (microAlgos):", accountInfo.amount); console.log("Account assets:", accountInfo.assets?.length || 0); } else { console.warn("\nSkipping account info fetch. Set ALGORAND_TEST_ACCOUNT_ADDRESS to a valid address to enable this."); } } catch (e) { console.error("An error occurred during quickstart execution:", e); } })();
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Known issues
breakingVersion 3.x introduces significant breaking changes from v2.x. The most notable change is the shift from a default export/namespace object to mandatory named imports for all classes and functions. Code relying on `algosdk.Algodv2` or `const algosdk = require('algosdk');` will break.
fix
Consult the `v2_TO_v3_MIGRATION_GUIDE.md` in the GitHub repository. Update all imports to use named imports, e.g., `import { Algodv2 } from 'algosdk';`.
affects: >=3.0.0
deprecatedThe v2.x series of algosdk is in maintenance mode and will reach End-of-Life at the end of March 2025. No new features are being added, and after March 2025, no further updates (including security fixes) will be provided.
fix
Migrate your application to algosdk v3.x or later immediately to ensure continued support, security updates, and access to new Algorand features. Refer to the migration guide for assistance.
affects: <3.0.0
gotchaThis package requires Node.js version 18.0.0 or higher. Running it with older Node.js versions may lead to unexpected errors or module resolution issues, especially concerning ESM compatibility.
fix
Ensure your development and deployment environments are running Node.js v18.0.0 or a newer compatible version.
affects: >=3.0.0
gotchaWhile algosdk ships with TypeScript types, proper usage requires TypeScript version 4.2 or higher. Using an older TypeScript compiler might result in type errors or incorrect type inference.
fix
Upgrade your project's TypeScript dependency to version 4.2 or higher.
affects: >=3.0.0
Errors
Common errors & fixes
TypeError: algosdk.Algodv2 is not a constructor
Attempting to instantiate Algodv2 via a namespace or default import/require object after migrating to v3.x.
fix
Change your import statement to `import { Algodv2 } from 'algosdk';` and then use `new Algodv2(...)` directly.
ReferenceError: require is not defined
Using CommonJS `require()` syntax in an ES module context (`type: 'module'` in package.json or `.mjs` file).
fix
Switch to ES module import syntax: `import { SomeSymbol } from 'algosdk';`. If you must use CommonJS, ensure your environment is configured for CJS (e.g., using `.cjs` extension or `type: 'commonjs'`).
Property 'status' does not exist on type 'Algodv2' or similar TypeScript errors related to missing methods/properties.
Using an outdated TypeScript version (older than 4.2) that may not correctly process the SDK's bundled type definitions.
fix
Update your TypeScript compiler to version 4.2 or higher. Ensure `algosdk` is correctly installed and its types are being picked up by your `tsconfig.json`.
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