Polygon zkEVM

Polygon zkEVM is a Layer 2 zero knowledge rollup solution designed to scale Ethereum by providing full equivalence with the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM). This means that the vast majority of existing Ethereum smart contracts, developer tools, and wallets work seamlessly on Polygon zkEVM without requiring code changes. By recreating all EVM opcodes and leveraging advanced zero knowledge proof technology, Polygon zkEVM offers developers a transparent and familiar environment while significantly reducing transaction costs and increasing throughput compared to Ethereum Layer 1.

The platform uses Polygon Zero technology, the fastest zero knowledge proof system, and recursive STARK proofs to achieve extreme scalability and fast network finality. It inherits Ethereum's security model by finalizing transactions on Ethereum Layer 1, ensuring transaction validity and safeguarding user funds. Polygon zkEVM supports most EVM opcodes except a few like SHA256, BLAKE, and PAIRINGS, and precompiled contracts such as ecRecover and identity. This high level of EVM equivalence reduces the need for code rewrites and additional audits, saving development time and costs.

Polygon zkEVM is suitable for DeFi projects, DAOs, and enterprise blockchain teams looking to scale their Ethereum-based applications with minimal friction. Developers can get started using the open-source codebase, comprehensive technical documentation, and active community support. The platform also provides testnet and mainnet beta environments with recommended node versions and tooling. Polygon zkEVM's compatibility and performance advantages position it as a leading solution for Ethereum scalability challenges.