Ethereum has always been more than a blockchain — it’s a shared dream of a decentralized future. A global system where anyone can build, transact, and innovate without permission. But as the ecosystem has grown, so has the challenge of scale. Every new wave of users and developers has pushed Ethereum closer to its limits.
And yet, the goal has never changed. We want Ethereum to remain secure, decentralized, and economically sound — while being fast enough to power the next era of onchain life.
That’s where Linea comes in.
Linea isn’t just another Layer 2. It’s the only proven zkEVM rollup that’s 100% committed to full Ethereum equivalence — meaning it behaves exactly like Ethereum, down to the smallest opcode. What works on Ethereum works on Linea, instantly.
But more importantly, Linea isn’t built to compete with Ethereum. It’s built to extend it — mirroring its values, amplifying its security, and sustaining its monetary logic for decades to come.
Built for Ethereum, Not Around It
Linea’s design starts from a simple question: What if scaling Ethereum didn’t mean changing Ethereum?
Most Layer 2s find shortcuts. They tweak gas mechanics, introduce new code paths, or build entirely new execution environments to squeeze out more performance. But that comes at a cost — every deviation creates friction, incompatibility, and ultimately, distance from Ethereum itself.
Linea takes the opposite approach. It doesn’t compromise. It mirrors Ethereum’s codebase, execution rules, and consensus logic completely. Developers can use the same tools, libraries, and contracts they already rely on — everything “just works.”
This is true Ethereum equivalence: no forks, no wrappers, no workarounds. Just Ethereum, running faster and cheaper.
Speed, Efficiency, and ZK Power
At its core, Linea uses zero-knowledge proofs (ZKPs) — an elegant cryptographic system that can verify massive batches of transactions using a single mathematical proof.
This technology gives Linea its edge:
Rapid settlement and ultra-low fees for users
Up to 10x faster proving performance compared to general zkVMs
Ethereum-level security, anchored directly to L1
In practice, that means transactions confirm in seconds and cost a fraction of a cent — all while inheriting the trust and immutability of Ethereum itself.
Linea’s zkEVM is laser-focused on performance, purpose-built for Ethereum bytecode rather than a generic virtual machine. That specialization pays off in real-world speed, efficiency, and scalability — without the complexity or trade-offs of less-focused systems.
Co-Created by Ethereum’s Open-Source Community
Linea’s development reflects the same spirit that built Ethereum: open, collaborative, and community-driven.
It’s jointly developed by contributors from across the Ethereum ecosystem, including Consensys and Status, working together to ensure that Linea remains deeply aligned with Ethereum’s roadmap.
No single company controls its destiny. Its code, governance, and direction evolve transparently, powered by open-source research and real community input.
Because Ethereum doesn’t need isolated competitors — it needs extensions that grow with it.
Staying in Step with Ethereum’s Future
Ethereum is constantly evolving — through upgrades like Dencun, Proto-Danksharding, and beyond. Each improvement to mainnet is a step toward a more efficient, sustainable blockchain future.
Linea is designed to move in perfect sync with those changes. When Ethereum upgrades, Linea upgrades. When Ethereum optimizes gas costs or introduces new opcodes, Linea adopts them automatically.
This tight coupling ensures developers never have to worry about compatibility. Whatever’s possible on Ethereum today — and whatever becomes possible tomorrow — will always work on Linea.
Linea is, quite literally, Ethereum evolving with less friction and more speed.
Built to Give Back to Ethereum
One of Linea’s guiding principles is simple but profound: scaling should strengthen the base, not compete with it.
Everything in Linea’s design — from gas mechanics to tokenomics — is built to push value back to Ethereum Layer 1.
That means Ethereum remains the ultimate settlement layer, the source of truth for everything that happens on Linea. The economic flows, transaction proofs, and security guarantees all loop back to mainnet, reinforcing its role at the center of the ecosystem.
Linea doesn’t fragment Ethereum’s economy — it fortifies it.
Why zkEVMs Matter
Not all zero-knowledge systems are created equal. Some zk-rollups use custom virtual machines (zkVMs) that offer flexibility but break compatibility with Ethereum’s existing code.
Linea’s zkEVM takes the opposite path — it’s built to be Ethereum, byte-for-byte. That precision enables faster proof generation, smoother developer experience, and direct interoperability with every Ethereum tool and dApp.
The result? A network that’s 10x more efficient than general zkVMs and infinitely more aligned with Ethereum’s future.
It’s not just engineering — it’s philosophy in action.
For Builders, Not Just Users
Linea is designed for builders who believe in Ethereum’s long game — the ones building DeFi protocols, infrastructure, identity systems, and onchain social tools that will define the next era of the internet.
For them, Linea is a canvas of possibility:
Deploy Ethereum contracts directly, without rewriting or retooling.
Build faster, cheaper, and more scalable apps.
Keep everything anchored in Ethereum’s trust layer.
And because Linea shares Ethereum’s full client stack, every familiar tool — from compilers to explorers — works out of the box. It’s Ethereum, only faster.
The Big Picture: Ethereum, Without Limits
Linea isn’t trying to reinvent Ethereum. It’s helping Ethereum fulfill its destiny.
The future of blockchain isn’t about siloed networks or competing chains — it’s about shared trust, shared logic, and shared value. Ethereum provides the foundation, and Linea extends it, scaling its reach to millions more users and billions more transactions.
It’s a network built with the same ethics and intentionality that made Ethereum the standard for smart contract platforms.
Linea doesn’t claim to be better than Ethereum — it exists because Ethereum deserves to grow without compromise.
A Proven Path Forward
Linea’s story is one of conviction: that scaling and alignment can coexist. It’s the only zkEVM rollup proven to maintain full Ethereum equivalence — not just in words, but in execution, governance, and economics.
It’s fast, efficient, and secure, but also deeply human in its design philosophy. It was built for an ecosystem that values openness over ownership, and collaboration over competition.
Linea stands as proof that the best way to scale Ethereum isn’t by building something new — it’s by extending what already works.
Ethereum gave us the blueprint for decentralized trust.
Linea gives us the scale to bring it to everyone.
Because the next chapter of Ethereum doesn’t live somewhere else.
It lives here — on Linea.
