Experience the Magic of the First zkRollup with No Application-Specific Trusted Setup
Six months ago, we introduced our vision for zkSync: a trustless Layer 2 (L2) scaling solution designed to enable mass adoption of public blockchains. Today, we celebrate a major milestone—the launch of zkSync v1.0 on Ethereum's mainnet.
This release tackles a critical challenge in the Ethereum ecosystem: skyrocketing gas fees that make transactions expensive and unreliable. Ethereum users currently spend over $2 million monthly on ETH and ERC20 token transfers alone. zkSync dramatically reduces these costs while paving the way for VISA-scale throughput (up to 2,000 transactions per second).
What Is zkSync?
zkSync leverages Matter Labs’ zkRollup technology, combining zero-knowledge proofs (ZKPs) with on-chain data availability. This architecture delivers bank-level security: funds in a zkRollup are as safe as those on Ethereum’s Layer 1 (L1).
Key Features:
✅ Ultra-low fees (consistently under $0.01 per transaction)
✅ Pay fees in any token (no need for ETH gas)
✅ Instant transaction confirmations with L1 finality in minutes
✅ Seamless L2-to-L1 withdrawals (completed in ~15 minutes)
✅ Compatible with any Ethereum wallet
👉 Try zkSync now and claim your free trial token!
Why zkSync’s Trustless Setup Is Revolutionary
TL;DR:
- Older SNARK-based systems (e.g., Zcash, Loopring) required app-specific trusted setups, complicating security and scalability.
- zkSync uses PLONK, a next-gen proof system with a universal trusted setup (reusing AZTEC Protocol’s secure MPC ceremony).
- This enables rapid iteration, smart contract support, and future privacy enhancements.
Unlike previous zkRollups, zkSync eliminates the need for repeated trusted setups, making it more secure and adaptable.
Security: As Strong as Ethereum
zkSync’s zkRollup design ensures passive security—your funds remain safe even if you go offline for months.
🔒 Audited by ABDK Consulting (experts in ZKP cryptography)
🔒 No operator risks (unlike active-security L2 solutions)
🔒 Beta launch with upgrade safeguards (users can exit before updates)
Build on zkSync Today
For Developers:
- Easy integration via
zksync-jsSDK (modeled afterethers-js) - Full documentation and tutorials on zkSync’s developer portal
👉 Start building scalable dApps now!
FAQ
1. How does zkSync reduce gas fees?
By bundling thousands of transactions into a single ZKP-verified batch, zkSync minimizes on-chain data and computation.
2. Is zkSync secure?
Yes—its zkRollup design inherits Ethereum’s security, and all contracts are audited.
3. When will smart contracts be supported?
Future updates will introduce Zinc, a Rust-based smart contract language.
4. Can I withdraw funds anytime?
Yes! Withdrawals to L1 take ~15 minutes after block completion.
5. What’s next for zkSync?
Roadmap includes privacy features, higher TPS, and decentralized governance.
Join the zkSync Revolution
Have questions? Reach out to the Matter Labs team or follow @the_matter_labs on Twitter.
🚀 The future of Ethereum scaling starts here. 🚀