Algen Testnet is a public, non-production network for the Algen blockchain that uses ALG as its native currency. It lets developers safely test smart contracts, wallets, node operations, and end-to-end cross-chain bridge flows before mainnet; testnet assets have no monetary value. For faucets, RPC endpoints, and current guidelines, see https://www.algen.network.
Algen Testnet emphasizes interoperability testing, making it well-suited for bridge developers compared to generic testnets, and it uses ALG so teams can model fees realistically. As of Sep 2025, official performance metrics such as average gas cost, block speed, TPS, and on-chain activity are not publicly published and may change during testing; do not benchmark against mainnet or other chains without checking the latest docs at https://www.algen.network. This focus on bridge workflows plus rapid parameter iteration distinguishes it from stability-first public testnets.
Algen Testnet uses ALG as the gas token for transaction fees. You can obtain ALG by bridging from other chains or purchasing using thirdweb Bridge, or through faucets (for testnet).
To bridge ALG to Algen Testnet, connect your wallet to thirdweb bridge, select your source chain, choose the token you want to bridge, select Algen Testnet as the destination, enter the amount, and confirm the transaction. The bridge will handle the cross-chain transfer instantly.
To build on Algen Testnet you can use thirdweb, which provides an easy way to build, monetize and scale your apps, games or agents. You can find detailed guides and documentation on https://portal.thirdweb.com to get started quickly.
To add Algen Testnet to your wallet, you can connect your wallet and click on [Add to Wallet] button at the top of the page. Alternatively, you can add the network manually using the RPC URL and chain details and add it to your wallet's network settings.
To send ALG on Algen Testnet, ensure your wallet is connected to the Algen Testnet network, enter the recipient's address, specify the amount of ALG to send, review the gas fee, and confirm the transaction in your wallet.