Ethereum's Layer 2 Scaling Solution
Polygon is a protocol and framework for building and connecting Ethereum-compatible blockchain networks. Using sidechains, Polygon can process up to 65,000 transactions per second (TPS) with block confirmation times under 2 seconds. Polygon has attracted Disney, Prada, Adidas, and Instagram as ecosystem partners.
How Polygon Network Works
Polygon's architecture consists of four layers: Ethereum Layer (for finality), Security Layer (for validator management), Polygon Networks Layer (transaction collation), and Execution Layer. This stack supports Optimistic Rollups, ZK Rollups, and Plasma chains.
- 65,000 TPS per sidechain
- Under 2-second block time
- EVM-compatible smart contracts
- Multiple scaling solutions (zkEVM, PoS, Plasma)
- Carbon neutral network
- 50+ leading dApps
Polygon's Technical Architecture
Polygon combines the Plasma Framework and proof-of-stake blockchain architecture. It transforms Ethereum into a full multi-chain system — similar to Polkadot or Cosmos — while preserving Ethereum's security and ecosystem.
Polygon provides Ethereum-compatible smart contract execution with up to 65,000 TPS and under 2-second block times — dramatically faster and cheaper than Ethereum mainnet.
Polygon hosts leading DeFi protocols, NFT marketplaces, and gaming platforms. Notable partners include Aave, OpenSea, Decentraland, Instagram, and Reddit.
Polygon is primarily a Layer-2 scaling solution running parallel to Ethereum, though it also supports standalone chains.
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