Aave API Guide

Integrate the leading DeFi lending protocol into your applications

Build DeFi Lending Applications with Aave

Aave is the leading non-custodial liquidity market protocol. Learn how to integrate their API for lending, borrowing, and yield.

Getting Started

// Install Aave SDK
npm install @aave/core-v3

// Basic lending pool interaction
import { Pool } from '@aave/core-v3';

const pool = new Pool(provider, {
  POOL_ADDRESS: '0x87870Bca3F3fD6335C3FbdC83E7a82f43aa5B2cE'
});

Key Features

Supply Assets

  • Deposit crypto and earn interest
  • Support for 20+ assets
  • Variable/stable rates

Borrow Assets

  • Over-collateralized borrowing
  • Adjustable interest rates
  • Health factor monitoring

Yield Farming

  • AAVE staking rewards
  • Incentive programs
  • Governance participation

Aave v2 vs v3

Aave v2

Matured protocol with proven reliability. Good for projects that prioritize track record.

Aave v3

Enhanced efficiency with High Efficiency Mode (EMode),-portal cross-chain, and improved capital efficiency.