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# Client information | Monad

> The client information JSON RPC methods allow developers to access node and network information on Monad, including client version and network status.

Retrieving client and network information from the Monad blockchain can be done by using the following methods:

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="web3_clientVersion" icon="angle-right" iconType="solid" href="/reference/monad-clientversion" horizontal />

  <Card title="net_version" icon="angle-right" iconType="solid" href="/reference/monad-netversion" horizontal />

  <Card title="net_listening" icon="angle-right" iconType="solid" href="/reference/monad-listening" horizontal />
</CardGroup>

This information can be used for:

* **Node monitoring** — verify client version and network connectivity status.
* **Diagnostics** — troubleshoot connection issues and verify node health.
* **Version management** — ensure applications are compatible with the node version.