Use the Marketplace UI

The SnapsVault web interface lets you browse, search, and download blockchain snapshots from a single place. It's designed to make finding the right snapshot fast, transparent, and accessible without using the CLI.

Accessing the Marketplace

Open the marketplace at snapsvault.xyz. You'll see a list of available snapshots across supported networks.

Browsing Snapshots

Use the catalog to locate snapshots for your target chain and environment.

• Browse by chain (e.g. Celestia, Namada)
• View snapshot type (archival, pruned)
• Check block height and timestamp
• See contributor name and size
• Copy direct download links

Each snapshot includes metadata to help you verify what you're downloading: pruning mode, compression type, chain ID, block height, and hash.

Filtering Snapshots

Use the filters in the sidebar or top bar to narrow down results:

• Network: Choose a specific chain
• Type: Filter by archival or pruned
• Contributor: See snapshots from a specific publisher
• Height/Date: Find snapshots from a particular block range or time period

Viewing Snapshot Details

Click on any snapshot to view full details:

• Chain ID: Confirms the exact network
• Block Height: Shows the snapshot's sync point
• Size: Helps estimate download time and storage needs
• Pruning Method: Indicates whether full history is included
• SHA-256 Hash: For integrity verification after download
• Download Link: Direct HTTPS link to the archive

Downloading Snapshots

To download a snapshot:

1. Select the snapshot that matches your node configuration
2. Verify the metadata (chain ID, type, pruning method)
3. Copy the download link or click to start the download
4. Verify the SHA-256 hash after download completes

Best Practices

• Always verify the integrity hash matches after downloading
• Check that the chain ID and pruning mode match your node configuration
• Prefer recent snapshots for faster catch-up
• Review contributor history for trusted sources

Next Steps

For automated workflows and CLI usage, see the Install & Use SnapsOS CLI guide. For technical details on snapshot structure and standards, check the Framework documentation.