Polkadot Asset Hub Migration Coming Soon
Discover how the Polkadot Asset Hub migration simplifies asset management and strengthens the Polkadot ecosystem.
Following the successful Kusama Asset Hub migration, the Polkadot network is preparing for its own transition - the Polkadot Asset Hub migration. This upcoming upgrade marks a significant milestone in Polkadot’s roadmap to simplify and unify asset management across its ecosystem.
Once complete, all asset-related operations, from minting and transfers to NFTs, will move to the Polkadot Asset Hub, the dedicated system parachain designed for managing fungible and non-fungible tokens natively on Polkadot.
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What Is the Polkadot Asset Hub Migration?
The Polkadot Asset Hub (previously known as Statemint) is a system parachain that provides a standardized, efficient way to issue, manage, and transfer assets within the Polkadot ecosystem.
This migration consolidates Polkadot’s asset functionality under a single, secure chain, mirroring the same approach successfully rolled out on Kusama earlier this year.
By migrating to the Asset Hub, Polkadot will:
- Streamline the management of both native and user-created assets.
- Enable cross-chain asset interoperability through XCM (Cross-Consensus Messaging).
- Simplify asset issuance for developers and parachains.
- Strengthen network efficiency, governance, and long-term scalability.
What This Means for Developers and Node Operators
For builders, validators, and indexers, the Polkadot Asset Hub migration brings several important improvements:
- Unified asset standards across the entire Polkadot ecosystem.
- Simpler integration for dApps and parachains interacting with DOT and other assets.
- Improved reliability and data consistency for indexers and infrastructure providers.
- Streamlined developer experience, removing the need to manage separate asset logic on custom chains.
OnFinality’s infrastructure will fully support the new Polkadot Asset Hub from day one, ensuring a smooth transition for developers using our RPC, archive, and indexing services.
Migration Timeline
The Polkadot Asset Hub migration is scheduled to take place on 4th November 2025.
During the migration period, users and developers can expect a seamless transition. Existing assets and state data will be automatically transferred to the new Asset Hub, with no action required for most users.
However, developers currently interacting with Statemint RPCs or indexing data from the old endpoints should prepare to update configurations to point toward the new Polkadot Asset Hub RPCs as soon as they are live.
Migration Steps
With the migration complete, developers and validators need to align their infrastructure with the new Asset Hub environment:
Asset Hub RPC
- Switch to Asset Hub Polkadot RPC endpoints for compatibility with the new network structure.
OnFinality provides reliable public RPC endpoints - perfect for testing and small-scale access. Below are the public endpoints:
RPC: https://statemint.api.onfinality.io/public
Websocket: wss://statemint.api.onfinality.io/public-ws
For production workloads, unlock private high-performance RPC access to ensure speed, reliability, and uptime.
Access Asset Hub RPC NowAsset Hub Indexing
- Update your indexing services to reflect the new data structures and transaction formats.
- OnFinality’s Asset Hub Indexing solutions ensure your apps and analytics continue running smoothly.
Validator Nodes
- Future validator transactions, except for setting session keys, will be performed in Polkadot Asset Hub. Update your scheduled payout task to use the Polkadot Asset Hub RPC
- You will need to bridge DOT back to the Polkadot Relay Chain to set session keys
Continuing Polkadot Path Toward Simplification
This migration is part of Polkadot’s broader effort to consolidate essential functionality into system parachains, improving efficiency and creating a more unified developer experience.
With the upcoming Polkadot Asset Hub, the network will establish a foundational chain for asset issuance and management, paving the way for new innovations like decentralized exchanges, cross-chain NFTs, and more powerful multi-asset applications.
OnFinality Support
As with all major network upgrades, OnFinality is committed to supporting the Polkadot community with reliable infrastructure throughout the migration process.
We provide:
- Public RPC and archive endpoints for the new Polkadot Asset Hub.
- Dedicated node hosting for enterprise users.
- Comprehensive indexing and monitoring tools to help developers adapt quickly.
Stay ahead of the migration, set up your Polkadot Asset Hub infrastructure with OnFinality and be ready to build the next generation of Web3 applications.
Common Questions about the Polkadot Asset Hub Migration
Will the Polkadot Asset Hub migration cause downtime or affect users?
No. The migration process has been designed for zero downtime. OnFinality’s infrastructure ensures continuous access to RPC, archive, and indexing services throughout the upgrade.
What will happen to existing Statemint assets after the migration?
All existing Statemint assets and state data will be automatically migrated to the new Polkadot Asset Hub. No user action is required unless your project relies on specific RPC or indexing endpoints.
How can developers prepare for the Polkadot Asset Hub migration?
Developers should update their RPC and indexing configurations to point toward the new Polkadot Asset Hub endpoints provided by OnFinality. This ensures continued compatibility and uninterrupted access to asset data.
Final Thoughts
The Polkadot Asset Hub migration marks a pivotal step in unifying Polkadot’s asset management infrastructure. By consolidating key functionalities under one hub, the network will deliver a smoother, more interoperable experience for developers, validators, and users alike.
Prepare your infrastructure today with OnFinality’s Polkadot services to stay ahead.
About OnFinality
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