# XIPs (XMTP Improvement Proposals) **URL:** https://improve.xmtp.org/c/xips/51.md [Latest](https://improve.xmtp.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://improve.xmtp.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://improve.xmtp.org/tags.md) --- ## [About the XIPs (XMTP Improvement Proposals) category](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/about-the-xips-xmtp-improvement-proposals-category/473)
**Author:** [@mg](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/mg)\ **Replies:** 0
Explore XMTP Improvement Proposals (XIPs) in Draft, Review, Last Call, and Final status. To author an XIP, use the XIP template and follow the guidelines in XIP-0: XIP purpose, process, and guidelines. For help with yo… --- ## [Idea: XMTP Smart Inbox](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/idea-xmtp-smart-inbox/2126)
**Author:** [@barzini](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/barzini)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2026, 6:59pm UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/idea-xmtp-smart-inbox/2126 "2026-07-24T18:59:11Z")
What if XMTP became the default inbox for everything happening in your wallet? Not just messages, but: • DeFi positions and alerts • DAO votes and proposals • NFT mints and airdrops • Security warnings All in one p… --- ## [XIP Idea: Cross-Chain Address Validation & Preventing Same-Address Phishing](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/xip-idea-cross-chain-address-validation-preventing-same-address-phishing/3557)
**Author:** [@Maivar](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/Maivar)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2026, 4:39pm UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/xip-idea-cross-chain-address-validation-preventing-same-address-phishing/3557 "2026-07-13T16:39:41Z")
The Problem: Cross-Chain Identity Spoofing As XMTP expands toward full cross-chain messaging support, it introduces a massive vector for address-spoofing and phishing attacks. Malicious actors routinely deploy smart cont… --- ## [What problems does XMTP uniquely solve?](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/what-problems-does-xmtp-uniquely-solve/2874)
**Author:** [@jininja](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/jininja)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2026, 3:46pm UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/what-problems-does-xmtp-uniquely-solve/2874 "2026-07-03T15:46:47Z")
Most of the documentation explains how XMTP works: Decentralized messaging End-to-end encryption Wallet identity Interoperability Agent SDKs But I still struggle to answer a more fundamental question: Why should a de… --- ## [XIP Idea: Protocol-Level Sybil Resistance & Metadata Obfuscation](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/xip-idea-protocol-level-sybil-resistance-metadata-obfuscation/2581)
**Author:** [@Maivar](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/Maivar)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2026, 2:26pm UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/xip-idea-protocol-level-sybil-resistance-metadata-obfuscation/2581 "2026-07-01T14:26:09Z")
1. The Sybil & Phishing Attack Vector Client-side filtering like “Smart Inbox” is just a band-aid. Web3 messaging without economic friction is structurally flawed. With zero cost to initiate communication, the protocol r… --- ## [Add Web3 Wallet Authentication Option](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/add-web3-wallet-authentication-option/1249)
**Author:** [@alexnest2002](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/alexnest2002)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2026, 12:00pm UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/add-web3-wallet-authentication-option/1249 "2026-06-12T12:00:52Z")
IMPORTANT: This post contains ideas intended to spark discussion and gather feedback. These are not final concepts and must not be interpreted as implementation details. For official information about how XMTP works, se… --- ## [Bitcoin taproot identity (BIP-322) — proposal + contribution offer](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/bitcoin-taproot-identity-bip-322-proposal-contribution-offer/2144)
**Author:** [@yatseen](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/yatseen)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2026, 8:34am UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/bitcoin-taproot-identity-bip-322-proposal-contribution-offer/2144 "2026-04-28T08:34:37Z")
We just opened a GitHub issue on libxmtp proposing Bitcoin taproot address support as a first-class XMTP identity type. Posting here to introduce the use case and see if there’s interest before the PR work begins. What… --- ## [Proposing an important legal correction to the documentation](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/proposing-an-important-legal-correction-to-the-documentation/2141)
**Author:** [@alelpoan](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/alelpoan)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2026, 10:35am UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/proposing-an-important-legal-correction-to-the-documentation/2141 "2026-04-23T10:35:25Z")
This is my first open-source contribution, and I would like to propose an important legal correction to the XMTP documentation. I have created my first Pull Request (#738) for this change. Detailed justification can be … --- ## [Does XMTP support ENS subdomain resolution via CCIP-Read (EIP-3668)?](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/does-xmtp-support-ens-subdomain-resolution-via-ccip-read-eip-3668/2139)
**Author:** [@Echo\_Merlini\_Ai\_Assi](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/Echo_Merlini_Ai_Assi)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2026, 9:54am UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/does-xmtp-support-ens-subdomain-resolution-via-ccip-read-eip-3668/2139 "2026-04-23T09:54:09Z")
Hi, I’m building https://ensub.org — a platform that lets ENS domain owners issue subdomains to their community (e.g. alice.pixelgoblins.eth). Subdomains are resolved either offchain via Namestone (CCIP-Read) or onchain … --- ## [Proposal to enable Gnosis Chain support](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/proposal-to-enable-gnosis-chain-support/2011)
**Author:** [@web3skeptic](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/web3skeptic)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2026, 7:52am UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/proposal-to-enable-gnosis-chain-support/2011 "2026-04-19T07:52:33Z")
IMPORTANT: This post contains ideas intended to spark discussion and gather feedback. These are not final concepts and must not be interpreted as implementation details. For official information about how XMTP works, se… --- ## [What's New?](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/whats-new/2134)
**Author:** [@Battosai](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/Battosai)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2026, 8:57am UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/whats-new/2134 "2026-04-16T08:57:46Z")
Any update about the project --- ## [XIP-77: Editable messages](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/xip-77-editable-messages/2038)
**Author:** [@mojtaba](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/mojtaba)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2026, 10:02am UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/xip-77-editable-messages/2038 "2026-04-13T10:02:58Z")
Abstract This XIP proposes a message editing feature for XMTP that allows a user to edit their own messages. The implementation maintains edit history while displaying only the latest version to users. The design follows… --- ## [Inbox Is the New Interface](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/inbox-is-the-new-interface/2133)
**Author:** [@barzini](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/barzini)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2026, 10:00am UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/inbox-is-the-new-interface/2133 "2026-04-13T10:00:31Z")
Messaging alone isn’t enough. Real adoption happens when conversations turn into actions. XMTP has already built a solid foundation for secure, decentralized communication, but the real opportunity is making messages us… --- ## [XIP-5 Message Content Types](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/xip-5-message-content-types/479)
**Author:** [@mk](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/mk)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2026, 8:04am UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/xip-5-message-content-types/479 "2026-04-11T08:04:46Z")
\########### The draft is ready for review by the wider XMTP community. It should allow broad participation in the evolution of this large and complex aspect of the protocol. All feedback is welcome, especially concer… --- ## [Ребята, кто тут пишет на русском?](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/topic/2114)
**Author:** [@Lenachuk](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/Lenachuk)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2026, 6:00am UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/topic/2114 "2026-03-23T06:00:33Z")
ребята, кто тут пишет на русском? --- ## [Cross-chain messaging support](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/cross-chain-messaging-support/2120)
**Author:** [@chizzy7569](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/chizzy7569)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2026, 12:34pm UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/cross-chain-messaging-support/2120 "2026-03-20T12:34:30Z")
It could be really useful if XMTP supported cross-chain messaging out of the box, allowing agents on Ethereum, Polygon, and Solana to communicate securely without bridges. Has anyone explored this yet, or are there worka… --- ## [XMTP: From Messaging Protocol to Web3 Execution Layer](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/xmtp-from-messaging-protocol-to-web3-execution-layer/2112)
**Author:** [@chizzy7569](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/chizzy7569)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2026, 12:20pm UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/xmtp-from-messaging-protocol-to-web3-execution-layer/2112 "2026-03-18T12:20:14Z")
Decentralized messaging is powerful, but messaging alone does not drive mass adoption. Users do not adopt infrastructure, they adopt outcomes. For XMTP to become essential, communication must evolve from conversation int… --- ## [XIP-78: Fraud proof bounties](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/xip-78-fraud-proof-bounties/2058)
**Author:** [@mkysel](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/mkysel)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2026, 5:49am UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/xip-78-fraud-proof-bounties/2058 "2026-03-16T05:49:41Z")
Abstract This XIP defines fraud proof bounties, a mechanism that will allow independent actors to permissionlessly detect and report cryptographically provable correctness violations in the XMTP broadcast network. The i… --- ## [A Pragmatic Approach to Private ETH Transfers via XMTP](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/a-pragmatic-approach-to-private-eth-transfers-via-xmtp/882)
**Author:** [@davincibot1495.eth](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/davincibot1495.eth)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2026, 8:26am UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/a-pragmatic-approach-to-private-eth-transfers-via-xmtp/882 "2026-03-05T08:26:02Z")
Problem Blockchain technology is built on transparency, but many users desire the ability to transact privately while maintaining the integrity and security of decentralized networks. Ethereum, in its current state, does… --- ## [XIP: Ideas Theme & Skin Customization for XMTP Messaging Clients](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/xip-ideas-theme-skin-customization-for-xmtp-messaging-clients/2102)
**Author:** [@Affion\_Ntiero](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/Affion_Ntiero)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2026, 9:58am UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/xip-ideas-theme-skin-customization-for-xmtp-messaging-clients/2102 "2026-03-03T09:58:13Z")
Abstract This proposal suggests adding a standardized theming and skin system to XMTP-based messaging clients, allowing users to personalize the visual appearance of their chat interface, including color schemes, font c… --- ## [XIP-68: Automated Fork Recovery](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/xip-68-automated-fork-recovery/951)
**Author:** [@richardhua](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/richardhua)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2026, 11:41pm UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/xip-68-automated-fork-recovery/951 "2026-02-23T23:41:26Z")
XIP: Automated Fork Recovery Discussion of previous iterations at Fork recovery design sketch · Issue #2062 · xmtp/libxmtp · GitHub Overview The MLS protocol requires all group members to maintain and advance the same e… --- ## [Spam prevention for atproto tied identitity accounts](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/spam-prevention-for-atproto-tied-identitity-accounts/2105)
**Author:** [@dave](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/dave)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2026, 5:30pm UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/spam-prevention-for-atproto-tied-identitity-accounts/2105 "2026-02-18T17:30:44Z")
hi everyone, I recently tried out your standalone bluesky-chat app. On Friday Feb, 13 I messaged someone at 2.09PM UTC. And the same day at 10.06PM UTC I received a message request by an identity that I was unable to id… --- ## [XIP: delegated signing for user-funded messages](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/xip-delegated-signing-for-user-funded-messages/2082)
**Author:** [@tantodefi](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/tantodefi)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2026, 2:49am UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/xip-delegated-signing-for-user-funded-messages/2082 "2026-02-05T02:49:23Z")
xip: title: Delegated Signing for User-Funded Messages description: Enable users to pay for their own message sending by authorizing gateways to sign payer envelopes on their behalf author: @tantodefi discussions-to… --- ## [XIP-79: Alternative node selection strategies](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/xip-79-alternative-node-selection-strategies/2059)
**Author:** [@mkysel](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/mkysel)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2026, 2:08pm UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/xip-79-alternative-node-selection-strategies/2059 "2026-02-03T14:08:18Z")
Authors: Isaac Hartford (api-Hypernova), Martin Kysel (mkysel) Abstract This XIP proposes a configurable node selection strategy system for XMTP Gateway nodes. Currently, the Gateway only supports stable hashing for det… --- ## [Ability to search messages in chat](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/ability-to-search-messages-in-chat/2034)
**Author:** [@whoisakme](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/whoisakme)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2026, 1:54pm UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/ability-to-search-messages-in-chat/2034 "2026-02-03T13:54:50Z")
I think it’s a good idea for chats where a lot has been written to add the ability to search messages, so that I can find something that was written a long time ago. --- ## [XIP-80: Atomic membership](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/xip-80-atomic-membership/2072)
**Author:** [@coda](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/coda)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2026, 6:34am UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/xip-80-atomic-membership/2072 "2026-01-29T06:34:11Z")
Abstract This XIP provides a scaling proposal to limit the number of installations in a group for an inbox. It unlocks the ability for devs to have more than one instance of an agent online at a time. It also reduces com… --- ## [Add support for Starknet](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/add-support-for-starknet/2051)
**Author:** [@Wilfrid](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/Wilfrid)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2026, 5:41pm UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/add-support-for-starknet/2051 "2026-01-27T17:41:43Z")
Starknet is an L2 on Ethereum (also scaling Bitcoin now) with incredible transaction speed and a community willing to integrate a protocol like xmtp. Personally, I believe some of the components of the protocol would wo… --- ## [BASE integration](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/base-integration/2009)
**Author:** [@boggib](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/boggib)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2025, 5:36pm UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/base-integration/2009 "2025-12-14T17:36:36Z")
Hi guys! I guess that integration of XMTP to BASE ecosystem as the one and only messenger will be great. What your thoughts? --- ## [Sending Images and Video on XMTP](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/sending-images-and-video-on-xmtp/1885)
**Author:** [@HeruCP08\_channel](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/HeruCP08_channel)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2025, 5:35pm UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/sending-images-and-video-on-xmtp/1885 "2025-12-14T17:35:28Z")
In xmtp messages, there is a feature to send images/videos/audio with a file size of only about 1MB. The size should be larger. And when I tried using it, only videos were detected. Please check. --- ## [XIP-76: Delete messages](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/xip-76-delete-messages/1923)
**Author:** [@mojtaba](https://improve.xmtp.org/u/mojtaba)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2025, 5:18pm UTC](https://improve.xmtp.org/t/xip-76-delete-messages/1923 "2025-12-07T17:18:55Z")
Note This XIP replaces XIP-61: Edit and delete messages. Abstract This proposal specifies a best-effort mechanism for deleting messages in XMTP group conversations. It enables original message senders and super admin… [Next page](https://improve.xmtp.org/c/xips/51.md?page=1)