Manta Pacific is an Ethereum Layer 2 built on the OP Stack and tuned for zero-knowledge applications. It uses a modular data availability layer to keep fees low, and its network token is MANTA.
Manta Network runs two connected environments: Manta Pacific, an Ethereum Layer 2 for general application development, and Manta Atlantic, a chain focused on zero-knowledge identity and credentials. The MANTA token works across both and is used for governance. Here is how it works and what it is used for, not the price.
Total value locked (DeFi)
$4.6M
Value locked in DeFi protocols on Manta. Updated Jun 8, 2026. Source: DefiLlama.
Manta Pacific is an optimistic rollup built on the OP Stack. It executes transactions off the Ethereum mainnet, then settles proofs and state back to Ethereum, so it relies on Ethereum for its security rather than running its own validator set. To lower costs, Manta Pacific publishes its transaction data to a separate modular data availability layer instead of posting all of it on Ethereum. Gas is paid in ETH.
Consensus: Ethereum security with modular data availability
Manta Pacific is an optimistic rollup built on the OP Stack. It executes transactions off the Ethereum mainnet, then settles proofs and state back to Ethereum, so it relies on Ethereum for its security rather than running its own validator set. To lower costs, Manta Pacific publishes its transaction data to a separate modular data availability layer instead of posting all of it on Ethereum. Gas is paid in ETH.
Optimistic rollup
Transactions are processed off-chain and posted to Ethereum, which can be challenged during a dispute window before being treated as final. This keeps the security of Ethereum while moving execution off the main chain.
Modular data availability
Manta Pacific posts its bulk transaction data to a dedicated data availability layer rather than to Ethereum directly. Separating data availability from settlement is the main reason fees on Manta Pacific stay low.
ETH for gas
Manta Pacific uses ETH as its gas token, so users do not need a separate coin to pay transaction fees. The MANTA token is used for governance across the Manta networks.
Two connected networks
Manta Pacific handles general application development, while Manta Atlantic is built around zero-knowledge identity and credential features. MANTA can move between the two.
Ecosystem & usage
What Manta is used for.
The ecosystem centers on decentralized finance, identity, and applications that use zero-knowledge proofs on an Ethereum Layer 2.
Because data availability is handled by a separate modular layer, fees on Manta Pacific are typically a small fraction of Ethereum mainnet fees, which suits frequent on-chain activity.
Zero-knowledge applications
Manta is built for applications that use zero-knowledge proofs, including the identity and credential features on Manta Atlantic.
Decentralized finance
Manta Pacific hosts trading, lending, and other DeFi applications that benefit from Ethereum compatibility and low transaction costs.
Manta Pacific is an Ethereum Layer 2. It runs as an optimistic rollup on the OP Stack and settles to Ethereum rather than securing itself with its own validator set.
What is the MANTA token used for?
MANTA is the network token used for governance across Manta Pacific and Manta Atlantic. Gas on Manta Pacific is paid in ETH, not MANTA.
Why are fees on Manta Pacific low?
Manta Pacific posts its bulk transaction data to a separate modular data availability layer instead of putting all of it on Ethereum, which lowers the cost of each transaction.
What is the difference between Manta Pacific and Manta Atlantic?
Manta Pacific is the Layer 2 for general application development, and Manta Atlantic is focused on zero-knowledge identity and credentials. The MANTA token works on both.
Can I hold MANTA in Zypto App?
Not yet. MANTA isn't in Zypto App at the moment. You can hold it in any self-custodial wallet, and you can ask us to add Manta using the "Request Manta" button above.
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