# Create a Custom RPC for Arbitrum

## Hello! 

This is a quick reference guide on how to create a Custom RPC for Arbitrum using two of the largest web3 infrastructure providers that support Arbitrum, [Alchemy](https://www.alchemy.com/) and [Infura](https://infura.io/). \
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One account from either provider will work. Or try both out! Many other providers support Arbitrum as well which be found [here](https://portal.arbitrum.one/#nodeproviders).

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[MetaMask](https://metamask.io/) wallet will be used for this example. [Please be sure to update to the latest version](https://metamask.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360060268452-How-to-update-the-version-of-MetaMask).
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Questions? Check out the Arbitrum Discord: <https://discord.gg/arbitrum>

![Arbitrum Node Providers](/files/kghzpXDAFS1BLtx2wJk1)

Choose a provider to get started:

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[Alchemy and Infura Examples](/arbitrum-alternate-rpc-creation/rpc-providers/alchemy-and-infura-examples.md)
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