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Ledger API
==========

As can be seen from the :ref:`validator-network-diagram` shown below, the Ledger API is
served by the Canton Participant node running as part of a Validator Node.

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   _LucidChart link: https://lucid.app/lucidchart/cc18d86e-95aa-4a20-9677-160599132a3e/edit?viewport_loc=-2531%2C-3450%2C4045%2C2266%2C0_0&invitationId=inv_f7bcd7ba-780d-4887-8c24-973cc757b06e


.. image:: ../overview/images/app-connectivity-diagram.png
  :width: 800
  :alt: App Network Diagram


Use the following documentation to learn how to use the Ledger API:
https://docs.digitalasset.com/build/3.3/explanations/ledger-api.