ℹ Introduction To Stellar Test Networks
Stellar offers dedicated test networks to help developers safely build, test, and experiment without using real assets. These environments replicate mainnet behavior but operate with test tokens and development-focused infrastructure.
Testnet:TheStellar Testnetis ideal for everyday development. It mirrors mainnet functionality, allowing you to simulate real-world interactions without financial risk.
- UseFriendbot(Stellar’s faucet) to fund accounts instantly.
- Perfect for testing transactions, payments, and integrations.
- No real XLM is required.
Futurenet: Futurenetis a special test network that includesupcoming, experimental featuresnot yet available on the standard testnet or mainnet.
- Best for developers working onsmart contractsorfuture protocol upgrades.
- Allows you to test how apps will behave with future functionality before it's fully deployed.
Both networks are essential tools for Stellar developers looking to build secure, forward-compatible applications.
Available Stellar Test Networks
Stellar Testnet
Stellar Futurenet