Migrating to Mainnet

Overview

The AR.IO Network has migrated from testnet to mainnet. While most of the transition is seamless, there are a few specific steps that participants need to take to ensure a smooth migration.

Gateway Operators

Gateway operators will not need to modify any configuration settings to migrate to the mainnet. Everything will be handled automatically via gateway Release 27. Every gateway operator will need to update their gateway to Release 27 and restart the gateway as soon as possible, or they will continue to operate on testnet.

Release 27 will become available once the mainnet ARIO contract is officially deployed to the AO network. Gateway operators cannot migrate until this happens.

Transferring a gateway to another server will not affect mainnet migration in any way, provided that the transfer is completed properly.

ArNS Name Holders

ArNS name holders will not need to take any action to migrate to mainnet. Existing ANTs will continue to work on mainnet and will not need to be forked or updated. However, an optional upgrade to the ANT contract is available for those who want to take advantage of new features. This upgrade can be completed via the name management page at arns.app

SDK Developers

SDK developers will need to update their SDKs to the latest version (3.8.0). This is a non-breaking change, so existing code will continue to work. However, the process Id for the ARIO mainnet contract has changed. This means that failure to update will result in code continuing to operate on testnet.

The basic init() method automatically provides this process Id. If you are using advanced configuration methods, you will need to manually update the process Id.

  • testnet Process Id: agYcCFJtrMG6cqMuZfskIkFTGvUPddICmtQSBIoPdiA
  • mainnet Process Id: qNvAoz0TgcH7DMg8BCVn8jF32QH5L6T29VjHxhHqqGE

Adding ARIO to Wander

To view your ARIO token balance in Wander, formerly ArConnect, follow these steps to add the token to your wallet:

  1. Open your Wander wallet (available on both desktop and mobile)

  2. Access Settings:

    • Mobile: Click the 3 vertical dots in the top right, then select "Settings"
    • Desktop: Click the hamburger menu icon in the top left

  3. Select "Tokens"

  4. Click "Import Token"

  5. For Desktop users: Ensure "Token Type" is set to "ao Token"

  6. Enter the AO process ID:

    qNvAoz0TgcH7DMg8BCVn8jF32QH5L6T29VjHxhHqqGE

    The token ticker "ARIO" and name "AR.IO Network" will appear automatically

  7. Click "Import Asset" to complete the process

Once imported, you'll be able to view your total ARIO balance in your Wander wallet.