A blockchain test network, AppLayer Testnet enables developers to safely test transactions and protocol changes using APPL as gas, identified by Chain ID 75338.
AppLayer Testnet is the public testing network for the AppLayer blockchain used by the cross‑chain bridge, with APPL as the native gas token (no real‑world value). It lets developers safely deploy contracts, simulate cross‑chain transfers, validate route discovery/relayer behavior, and estimate fees end‑to‑end before mainnet. Official performance metrics (average gas cost, block speed, TPS, on‑chain activity) are not publicly published as of Sep 2025 and can vary across releases.
Unlike generic testnets, AppLayer Testnet is purpose‑built for bridge and interoperability workflows, providing maintained route registries, test endpoints, and fixture contracts that mirror cross‑chain operations. It favors rapid iteration (frequent upgrades and occasional state resets), faucet‑based APPL for load testing, and open RPC access suitable for CI/CD pipelines. For performance comparison, no canonical averages are available as of Sep 2025; measure block interval, gas price, throughput, and activity directly via RPC or an explorer when available.
AppLayer Testnet uses APPL as the gas token for transaction fees. You can obtain APPL by bridging from other chains or purchasing using thirdweb Bridge, or through faucets (for testnet).
To bridge APPL to AppLayer Testnet, connect your wallet to thirdweb bridge, select your source chain, choose the token you want to bridge, select AppLayer Testnet as the destination, enter the amount, and confirm the transaction. The bridge will handle the cross-chain transfer instantly.
To build on AppLayer 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 AppLayer 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 APPL on AppLayer Testnet, ensure your wallet is connected to the AppLayer Testnet network, enter the recipient's address, specify the amount of APPL to send, review the gas fee, and confirm the transaction in your wallet.
