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What are Farcaster Mini Apps?

Mini Apps are interactive applications that run directly within the Farcaster ecosystem. They allow developers to build custom experiences for Farcaster users, ranging from games and utilities to social and productivity tools—all accessible without leaving the Farcaster platform.

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Key Features

  • Instant Access: Launch instantly inside Farcaster, no installation required
  • Native-like Experience: Built with web technologies but feel like native apps, with deep integration into Farcaster
  • Seamless Integration: Interact with Farcaster user data, casts, reactions, and more
  • Personalization: Create personalized experiences, such as custom share images and user-specific content
  • Open Platform: Anyone can build and publish a Mini App using open source tools like the Neynar Starter Kit
  • Mobile Notifications: Re-engage users and boost retention
  • Integrated Ethereum Wallet: Enable seamless, permissionless transactions within your app
  • Social Discovery: Users find and share Mini Apps through feeds and app stores, driving viral growth
  • Optional Neynar Services: Use Neynar APIs for advanced features like notifications, analytics, and managed signers

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Why Build a Mini App?

Mini Apps are ideal for:
  • Rapid prototyping and launching new ideas
  • Engaging Farcaster users with interactive content
  • Leveraging Farcaster’s social graph and messaging features
  • Creating viral experiences with personalized sharing

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Getting Started

To start building your own Mini App, check out the Create Mini App in < 60s guide or explore the Neynar Starter Kit. For more advanced integrations, see:
For questions or feature requests, reach out on Slack or connect with the team on Farcaster.