Ethereum Improvement Proposal (EIP)
EIPs provide a standardized mechanism to propose, discuss, and implement changes across Ethereum protocol, client software, and ecosystem.
EIPs describe new features, modifications, or standards for Ethereum and can target protocol, tooling, or ecosystem. Types include Standard Track, Meta, and Informational. The EIP process is open, community-driven, and non-binding; adoption depends on consensus among clients. Notable EIPs include ERC-20 ([token standard](/en/terms/token-standard)) and EIP-1559 (fee mechanism). EIPs are archived and maintained by the community.
graph LR
Center["Ethereum Improvement Proposal (EIP)"]:::main
Rel_eips["eips"]:::related -.-> Center
click Rel_eips "/terms/eips"
Rel_ethereum["ethereum"]:::related -.-> Center
click Rel_ethereum "/terms/ethereum"
Rel_eip_4844["eip-4844"]:::related -.-> Center
click Rel_eip_4844 "/terms/eip-4844"
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What is an EIP?
A formal design document to propose, discuss, and implement changes to Ethereum.
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