ZKsync Lite to Shut Down in 2026 – What Users Need to Know

Background and Announcement

According to a report by The Block, ZKsync has announced the official shutdown of ZKsync Lite's block production by May 4, 2026, with the network's final state being permanently frozen.

Services and Limitations

Since its launch in June 2020, ZKsync Lite has primarily supported token transfers, atomic swaps, and NFT minting, but lacked smart contract functionality.

Impact Going Forward

The team clarified that this shutdown will not affect other products like ZKsync Era or chains built using the ZK Stack framework.

User Recommendations

Users are encouraged to withdraw their assets before the deadline to ensure a smoother experience. Funds left unclaimed will remain fully recoverable after the shutdown date.