FAQ

I’m ready to build with IBC. How can I get started?

What is the Cosmos IBC? Is it the same as the IBC protocol?

Is there a cost to build with IBC?

Is IBC limited to chains using the Cosmos SDK and CometBFT, or can chains in other ecosystems connect to IBC?

Is IBC limited to communication between chains, or can smart contracts communicate over IBC?

What is a light client?

What kinds of light clients does IBC support?

How do developers implement a new light client on a chain?

Can you transfer NFTs over IBC?

How is IBC different from an externally verified bridge?

What is a relayer?

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