Building blockchain applications used to be a challenge. Developers had to manage backend servers, integrate wallet connections manually, and maintain blockchain nodes to keep the app running smoothly. Today, thanks to Solana's mobile-first tools and reliable RPC services like NOWNodes, it’s easier than ever to launch a fully functional decentralized mobile app — without running your own infrastructure.
In this article, we’ll walk through how developers can build a Solana mobile DApp for iOS and Android in minutes using React Native and NOWNodes RPC, keeping the architecture clean and backend-free.
Why Modern Solana Apps Don’t Need a Backend
Traditionally, developers relied on backend services for:
- Managing blockchain node infrastructure.
- Handling user authentication.
- Storing app data like balances and NFTs.
- Interfacing with smart contracts.
With the rise of wallet adapters and public RPC providers, all of these responsibilities can now be handled client-side:
Wallets like Phantom and Backpack securely manage authentication and transaction signing.
Solana RPC APIs provide direct blockchain access.
All transactions and data flows stay fully decentralized.
Result: Faster development cycles, improved app security, and reduced maintenance overhead.
What You Need to Build a Solana Mobile App
The modern Solana developer stack for mobile apps includes:
- React Native : Build for iOS and Android using a single codebase.
- Wallet Adapter for React Native : Easily integrate secure wallet connections via deep links or the Mobile Wallet Adapter protocol.
- @solana/web3.js : Interact with Solana accounts, balances, and smart contracts.
- NOWNodes Solana RPC : A reliable way to connect to Solana without maintaining your own node.
With these tools, developers can fetch user balances, display NFTs, and trigger on-chain transactions — directly from the mobile device.
How It Works — Simplified Architecture
- Start with React Native : Scaffold your mobile app to work across platforms.
- Integrate Wallet Login : Use Wallet Adapter for seamless wallet authentication, without user accounts or passwords.
- Fetch On-Chain Data : Connect directly to the Solana blockchain using NOWNodes’ RPC API. Retrieve token balances, NFTs, and transaction history in real time.
- Submit Transactions : Trigger swaps, NFT mints, and transfers. The user signs them in their wallet, and your app submits them directly to the network — no server in between.
Benefits:
- Eliminates backend services.
- Reduces attack surface.
- Accelerates development.
Why Choose NOWNodes for Solana RPC?
At NOWNodes, we help developers build decentralized apps without worrying about blockchain node management. Here’s what we offer:
- Instant access to Solana Mainnet and WebSocket.
- Scalable and stable infrastructure with high uptime.
- Simple API key authentication and clean documentation.
- No need to deploy or maintain your own nodes.
With NOWNodes taking care of your blockchain connectivity, your team can focus on delivering an exceptional user experience and core product features.
Get Started Today
The future of mobile-first Web3 is here — simple, decentralized, and backend-free. Whether you're building an NFT marketplace, a DeFi portfolio app, or a token swapper, Solana's mobile tools and NOWNodes' RPC API make it easy to get started.
Call to Action:
Explore our Solana RPC documentation and build your first Solana mobile DApp today with NOWNodes!