Zcash Roadmap
The Zcash roadmap reflects transparent, community-driven innovation. Explore active priorities, upcoming network upgrades, and long-term privacy initiatives powered by the Zcash ecosystem.
Development Timeline
Note Selection Enhancements
Improved note-selection logic to reduce linkability and improve privacy across multiple sends.
Adaptive Mempool Intelligence
Added dynamic fee profiles (Fast / Normal / Low-fee) based on mempool conditions and transaction load.
Cold Wallet Sweep
Offline wallets can now be securely swept into a live wallet without exposing spend keys online.
Privacy Profiles
Added selectable privacy modes: Shielded-only, Shielded+Memo, and Mixed mode for compliance-friendly flows.
Secure Companion Sync
Enabled encrypted local connection for companion device access without cloud relay or key exposure.
Lightweight Mode
Added low-resource sync mode with smaller local database and faster startup performance.
Adaptive Fee System
Introduced load-based fee suggestions to optimize confirmation times and save fees during congestion.
Shielded Sync Engine Rewrite
Rebuilt sync pipeline to significantly reduce RAM usage and improve initial shielded scan speed.
Watch-Only Wallet Mode
Added read-only mode for tracking balances and activity using viewing keys without exposing spend keys.
Non-Custodial Swap Support
Integrated external API for trustless ZEC ↔ major asset swaps directly inside the wallet.
Automatic Protocol Parameter Fetching
Wallet now pulls upgrade parameters automatically to ensure seamless network transitions.
Hardware Wallet Integration (Ledger)
Added shielded receive and signing bridge for shielded spends using Ledger devices.
Multi-Account Architecture
Added support for multiple independent wallets with isolated balances and histories under one interface.
Viewing Keys + Payment Proof Export Swap Support
Enabled viewing-key exports and payment proof generation for verifiable private payments.
Encrypted Memo Management
Added memo storage with encryption, local indexing, and secure memo purge tool.
Shielded Defaults
Switched default send path to shielded, ensuring private transactions without user configuration.
Upcoming Features
Offline Transaction Mode
Build and sign private transactions in offline mode. Export a signed transaction to broadcast from another device or environment for added control and reduced exposure.
Automated & Request-Based Payments
Encrypted payment requests with amount, memo, and expiration fields. Scheduled transactions for recurring payments — without sharing key access.
Vault Mode & Emergency Lock
Additional wallet safety controls: hidden vault mode, optional decoy login, and emergency lock triggers that restrict wallet access in high-risk situations.
Mobile Wallet Release
Native iOS and Android versions with shielded sync support, device-local key storage, and optional pairing with desktop for a unified wallet experience.
In-Wallet Yield Connections
Optional integrations with external non-custodial yield providers. Earn using self-held keys and maintain control of funds while connecting through the wallet interface.
Local Node Mode
Optional mode to run a Zcash node from the wallet app. Enables direct validation, local mempool access, and increased independence from external infrastructure.
Research & Innovation
Growing Stronger With Every Release
Private digital money isn’t created in a moment — it’s built step-by-step, in public, with real research, engineering, and feedback from people who rely on it.
Zcash Wallet continues to grow alongside the Zcash ecosystem: faster sync, stronger privacy tools, and a smoother user experience with every release. As privacy technology advances and new use cases emerge, the wallet updates with care and transparency — prioritizing security, user control, and long-term durability over hype or shortcuts.
Our roadmap isn’t a finish line; it’s a living path shaped by community needs, real-world challenges, and responsible innovation. If you want to influence where things go next, contribute ideas, test features, or build with us — the door is open.
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