# Optimism > Build a Better Future Optimism creates blockchain infrastructure for Ethereum scaling through optimistic rollups and the OP Stack development framework. Optimism is an Ethereum Layer 2 ecosystem that lets developers and enterprises deploy applications and launch dedicated blockchains. OP Mainnet provides an EVM-compatible environment for application deployment, while the OP Stack offers a modular framework for custom chain launches. Chains built on the OP Stack share security upgrades and form the Superchain, a network of interoperable Ethereum-secured L2s. - Type: Network - Sector: Blockchain Platforms - Status: Active - Founded: 2019-06-01 - Profile: https://thegrid.id/profiles/Optimism ## Products - [Optimism](https://thegrid.id/profiles/Optimism): Optimism (OP Mainnet) is a Layer 2 optimistic rollup chain on Ethereum that processes transactions off-chain and posts batched data to L1 for settlement. The rollup inherits Ethereum security through fraud-proof verification, where invalid state transitions can be challenged within a withdrawal period. Developers deploy unmodified Solidity contracts with reduced gas costs while users access decentralized applications at significantly lower fees than mainnet. (L2, Live, Main Product) - [OP Stack](https://thegrid.id/profiles/Optimism): OP Stack is an open-source software stack for building Layer 2 blockchains and rollups that settle to Ethereum. Developers use OP Stack components to launch custom chains with configurable execution layers, sequencers, and data availability options while inheriting Ethereum security through fraud-proof verification. Chains built on OP Stack natively interoperate within the Superchain ecosystem through shared messaging and bridge protocols. (Developer Tooling, Live, Main Product) - [Superchain](https://thegrid.id/profiles/Optimism): Superchain is an interoperable network of OP Stack-based Layer 2 blockchains that share a common security model, governance framework, and cross-chain messaging protocols. Member chains (including OP Mainnet, Base, Worldchain, and others) settle to Ethereum and interoperate natively through standardized bridge contracts. The framework lets applications operate across multiple L2s as if they were a single chain. (Cross-chain Infrastructure, Live, Main Product) - [OP Enterprise](https://thegrid.id/profiles/Optimism): OP Enterprise is a managed blockchain infrastructure service for organizations building on the OP Stack. It provides tiered deployment options ranging from permissionless access on OP Mainnet to fully managed custom chains with 24/7 monitoring, incident response, and SLA-backed uptime guarantees. The service bundles lifecycle management, compliance tooling, pre-vetted infrastructure partnerships, and dedicated support to consolidate vendor management for enterprise teams. (Blockchain-as-a-Service (BaaS), Live) - [Actions SDK](https://thegrid.id/profiles/Optimism): Actions SDK is a developer toolkit that allows applications to embed DeFi lending, borrowing, and token swap features through a single integration. It connects to established lending and exchange protocols, handles wallet interactions through supported providers, and offers configurable controls for asset allowlists, chain restrictions, and custody models. The SDK targets OP Stack chains and Ethereum mainnet, enabling non-blockchain-native teams to ship DeFi functionality without building separate protocol integrations. (Developer Tooling, Open Beta) ## Assets - [Optimism (OP)](https://thegrid.id/profiles/Optimism): OP is the governance token of the Optimism Collective. It is used to vote on protocol upgrades, treasury allocation, and network parameters through the Token House governance chamber. The Collective operates through a bicameral system where the Token House and Citizens' House provide checks and balances on governance decisions. (Governance) ## Links - [Main](https://www.optimism.io) - [Documentation](https://docs.optimism.io) - [Terms of Service](https://www.optimism.io/terms) - [Privacy policy](https://www.optimism.io/privacy) - [Blog](https://www.optimism.io/blog) - [Farcaster](https://warpcast.com/optimism) - [Twitter / X](https://x.com/optimism) - [Discord](https://discord.com/invite/optimism) - [YouTube](https://youtube.com/@optimismcollective) - [LinkedIn](https://linkedin.com/company/optimism-foundation) - [GitHub](https://github.com/ethereum-optimism) - [Twitter / X](https://x.com/SuperchainEco) - [Farcaster](https://farcaster.xyz/superchaineco) ## Legal This data is provided under two licensing models. Model 1 - open data. The open data core is licensed under the Open Database License (ODbL) — a copyleft/share-alike license allowing free use, modification, and sharing for any purpose. Attribution is required: include "Powered by The Grid" linking to https://thegrid.id wherever the data is used. Derivative databases must be shared under ODbL terms. Trademarks, logos, and brand names (marked "Special TPIP") are not covered by the ODbL. For ML/AI use: training datasets that substantially extract ODbL data are Derivative Databases and must be shared under ODbL if publicly used; models must be attributed in documentation. Model 2 - commercial licenses. The Grid Data Service (TGDS) is also available as a commercial license. See [Web Services Terms](https://about.thegrid.id/legal/web-services-terms) for commercial use that is not covered by the open data service. The following applies to both licensing models. - All data is provided AS IS with no guarantees of accuracy. - The Grid does not provide investment, legal, or tax advice, and - a project's presence in The Grid's data does not imply endorsement. - [Data Licensing & Disclaimers](https://about.thegrid.id/legal/data-licensing-and-disclaimers): Licensing models and disclaimers - [Open Data (ODbL)](https://about.thegrid.id/legal/open-data): Open Database License terms and scope for The Grid's open data service. - [Attribution Guidelines](https://about.thegrid.id/legal/open-data-attribution-guidelines): How to attribute The Grid's data when using the open data service. - [Web Services Terms](https://about.thegrid.id/legal/web-services-terms): commercial Terms for using data services. - [All Legal Documents](https://about.thegrid.id/legal): Full index of terms, policies, and disclosures ## Optional - [TGS Field Descriptions](https://github.com/The-Grid-Data/workspace-public/blob/main/references/tgs-field-descriptions.md): Schema field definitions for The Grid's data model - [TGS JSON Structure](https://github.com/The-Grid-Data/workspace-public/blob/main/references/tgs-json-structure.md): Data model structure and relationships - [Product Type Definitions](https://github.com/The-Grid-Data/workspace-public/blob/main/references/product-type-definitions.md): Definitions for each product type - [Product Type Classification](https://github.com/The-Grid-Data/workspace-public/blob/main/references/product-type-classification.md): Guide for classifying products into types - [Grid MCP Guide](https://github.com/The-Grid-Data/workspace-public/blob/main/grid-search/skills/grid-query/references/grid-mcp-guide.md): How to query The Grid programmatically via MCP