# XRPL EVM Sidechain Documentation

Welcome to the **XRPL EVM Sidechain Documentation**. This resource provides everything you need to get started with the **high-performance, Ethereum-compatible blockchain** built on the Cosmos SDK.

The XRPL EVM Sidechain is a **standalone Layer 1 blockchain** that supports **Ethereum smart contracts** and **ERC-20 tokens** with XRP as the native gas token. Built for speed, low costs, and developer accessibility, it offers a complete ecosystem for building decentralized applications.

Whether you are a user, developer, operator, or interested in cross-chain functionality for XRP, this documentation will guide you.

## Choose Your Path

Users
If you are an **end-user** looking to interact with the ecosystem, start here.

Developers
If you are a **developer** looking how to BUIDL.

Operators
For **node operators** and validators maintaining the network.

Cross-Chain Bridges
Optional cross-chain connectivity when multi-chain functionality is needed.

Start exploring and building on the **XRPL EVM Sidechain** now!