EST. 2017 // GLOBAL WEB3 TECH STANDARD

OKX OKX

Beyond traditional trading. We build the ultimate protocol stack for the decentralized future, empowering users via X1 network and MPC wallets.

Join Web3 Ecosystem New User Tech Solutions
// TECHNICAL EVOLUTION

OKX Milestones

2017
Platform founded. One of the earliest crypto infrastructure pioneers globally.
2021
Rebranded to OKX, shift to a full Web3 protocol ecosystem.
2022
Web3 Wallet launched. Industry-first heterogeneous multi-chain support.
2023
PoR audits established. Merkle Tree proofs monthly for verification.
2024+
X1 Network expansion. ZK-based L2 network empowers developers.
// PRODUCT MATRIX

Full Ecosystem Coverage

Matching Engine

Millisecond latency trading system supporting spot and derivative protocols.

Web3 Wallet

MPC self-custody wallet supporting 80+ chains and seamless DApp interaction.

X1 Layer 2

Built on ZK tech stack, providing a high-performance environment for dApps.

Strategy & Social

Transparent data dashboards linking global strategies and on-chain insights.

OKX Academy

Comprehensive Web3 knowledge hub providing deep industry analysis.

Jumpstart Eco

Explore early technical projects and share decentralized value via OKB.

// WEB3 ARCHITECTURE

Web3 Protocol Stack

LAYER 3 // Application Interaction

DApps User Interfaces

User-facing tools like OKX Wallet for identity and asset management.

LAYER 2 // Scaling Layer

L2 Networks (X1, Rollups)

Reducing Gas fees via batch processing without sacrificing security.

LAYER 1 // Settlement Layer

Base Chains (Bitcoin, Ethereum)

Responsible for final asset settlement and global security consensus.

LAYER 0 // Communication Layer

Interoperability Protocols

Ensuring assets flow freely between different blockchain ecosystems.

// CHAIN LOGIC

Gas Fee: Network Fuel

Gas fee is the reward for network validators. Understanding Gas is the first step in asset management.

42
Real-time Gwei
~ $1.2
Est. Fee
Healthy
Congestion
// COMPATIBILITY MATRIX

Supporting 300+ Core Protocols

BTC
BTC
Bitcoin
ETH
ETH
Ethereum
SOL
SOL
Solana
OKB
OKB
OKX Token
USDT
USDT
Tether
USDT
USDC
USD Coin
USDT
BNB
BNB
USDT
XRP
Ripple
USDT
ADA
Cardano
USDT
DOGE
Dogecoin
USDT
AVAX
Avalanche
USDT
DOT
Polkadot
USDT
TRX
TRON
USDT
LINK
Chainlink
USDT
MATIC
Polygon
USDT
LTC
Litecoin
USDT
DAI
DAI
USDT
BCH
Bitcoin Cash
USDT
ATOM
Cosmos
USDT
UNI
Uniswap
USDT
FIL
Filecoin
// SECURITY ARCHITECTURE

Defense-Grade Architecture

Transparency

1:1 PoR Audit

Publishing monthly Merkle Tree verification to ensure user assets are backed 1:1.

Hedging

$700M Safety Fund

Special insurance fund to provide compensation for extreme black swan events.

Storage

Offline Cold Storage

Majority of assets kept in geographically distributed vaults with physical isolation.

Self-Custody

MPC Seedless Solution

Splitting private keys into fragments to eliminate single point of failure risks.

// INDUSTRY REVIEW

Technical Comparison

DimensionOKX Web3Traditional FinanceMainstream DEX
Wallet IntegrationNative / 80+ ChainsNo SupportSingle Chain Usually
TransparencyMonthly PoR AuditCentral AuditOn-chain but complex
Defense Level7 Layers + HardwareInsurance OnlyAudit Dependent
Latency< 1ms (Internal)T+N SettlementBlock Confirmation
// SAFETY FIRST

Web3 Security Checklist

Google 2FA or Hardware MFA enabled
Anti-phishing code set for emails/SMS
KYC completed for legal ownership
Seed phrase backed up offline (No cloud)
Withdrawal limit protection active
Read OKX Academy's security guides
// TECHNICAL WIKI

Frequently Asked Questions (20 Items)

1. How does OKX ensure safety?
95% assets in cold storage. Monthly PoR audits and a $700M safety fund.
2. What is the Web3 Wallet?
A self-custodial wallet where you own the private keys, owning your digital sovereignty.
3. Can I recover my seed phrase?
No. OKX doesn't store keys. You must back up your seed phrase offline.
4. What is Gas fee?
Fee paid to validators for processing transactions on the blockchain.
5. Why is PoR important?
PoR ensures the platform holds 100%+ of user assets, preventing fractional reserves.
6. What is OKB utility?
Ecosystem token for fee discounts, Jumpstart access, and governance.
7. What is X1 Network?
A ZK-Rollup Layer 2 network on Ethereum, offering fast and cheap interactions.
8. How to prevent phishing?
Check for okx.com URL. Set an "Anti-Phishing Code" to verify official emails.
9. Why multi-step verification?
To prevent unauthorized transfers. 2FA is critical for asset protection.
10. What is MPC wallet tech?
Splits private keys into fragments stored independently to eliminate single point of failure.
11. How many chains supported?
80+ major chains including BTC, ETH, Solana, and BSC.
12. What is a DEX aggregator?
Scans multiple exchanges to find the best price and lowest slippage.
13. What is heterogeneous support?
Ability to manage assets across different architectures (EVM vs non-EVM).
14. What is a withdrawal whitelist?
Limits withdrawals to pre-approved trusted addresses only.
15. Withdraw to wrong network?
Irreversible. Always verify chain compatibility before sending.
16. How to verify on-chain?
Use open-source PoR tools with your Merkle leaf data in settings.
17. What is OKX Earn?
Portal to access various decentralized yield protocols easily.
18. Is Academy free?
Yes, extensive free courses on Web3, trading, and security.
19. What is API rate limiting?
Protects system stability by limiting high-frequency requests.
20. Compliance status?
We comply with local laws, providing infrastructure where permitted.