Synthetix is moving fully to Ethereum Mainnet, the most secure smart contract platform.
All new staking and trading will take place on Ethereum Mainnet.
The Synthetix Mainnet exchange is expected to launch in Q4 of 2025.
Synthetix is shifting from Layer 2s, prioritising security, stability and long term growth.
Legacy Layer 2
In earlier versions Synthetix operated on Optimism, Arbitrum and Base, exploring faster and cheaper trading.
The products deployed on these L2's are now considered legacy and deprecated.
Current developments has shifted back to Eth Mainnet.
Users may still see references to these chains in older guides or materials.
Why Ethereum Mainnet?
By returning to Ethereum Mainnet, Synthetix ensures:
Maximum Security for traders and stakers.
Simpler user experience (no bridging across chains).
A strang foundation for the next generation of perps trading.
Quick Troubleshooting
Wrong Network Error? Make sure your wallet is set to Eth Mainnet.