> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.nodies.app/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.nodies.app/snapshot-services/overview.md). # Overview Running and maintaining blockchain nodes often comes with challenges, especially when dealing with hardforks, node crashes, database corruptions, etc. Nodies' Snapshot service is designed to help developers mitigate these challenges. We've developed an in-house tool that leverages our own RPC nodes to create blockchain snapshots without impacting our RPC services. These snapshots are hosted across multiple geographic regions (varying by chain) for fast download speeds. As part of our commitment to supporting blockchain ecosystems, we offer these snapshots for free, making them available to the entire community. If you'd like to see other blockchains included, please let us know [here](https://www.nodies.app/contact-us). --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.nodies.app/snapshot-services/overview.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.