We execute protocol upgrades with zero downtime and full state preservation, ensuring your users experience a seamless transition while maintaining the highest security standards.
LABS
DeFi Protocol Upgrade and Migration Services
We execute secure, low-risk upgrades and migrations for live DeFi protocols. Our process includes comprehensive audits, state migration, and governance coordination to ensure continuity and security.
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PROVEN METHODOLOGY
Our Upgrade and Migration Capabilities
Smart Contract Migration & State Transfer
Secure, atomic migration of user balances, liquidity positions, and protocol state from legacy contracts to new, optimized versions. We guarantee zero data loss and full audit trail for all transferred assets.
100%
State Integrity
Atomic
Execution
Governance & Upgrade Module Implementation
Deploy robust, time-locked governance systems (e.g., OpenZeppelin Governor) with multi-sig safeguards. We enable transparent, community-led upgrades with clear proposal and voting mechanisms.
OpenZeppelin
Standards
Multi-Sig
Security
Gas Optimization & Post-Migration Audits
Refactor and optimize new contract logic to reduce gas costs by 15-40%. Every upgrade package includes a final security audit from our internal review board before mainnet deployment.
15-40%
Gas Reduction
Full Audit
Pre-Launch
Legacy System Decommissioning
Safely sunset old contracts with controlled shutdown procedures. We implement migration windows, provide user notifications, and ensure all funds are fully drained or redirected to the new system.
Controlled
Shutdown
Funds Secured
Guarantee
DELIVERABLES
Business Outcomes and Value
Our DeFi protocol upgrade and migration services deliver measurable improvements in security, performance, and user experience, directly impacting your protocol's market position and operational resilience.
Enhanced Security Posture
All upgraded contracts undergo formal verification and audits by leading firms like Trail of Bits or Quantstamp. We implement battle-tested security patterns from OpenZeppelin and establish a continuous monitoring framework for on-chain threats.
0
Critical Vulnerabilities Post-Audit
24/7
Threat Monitoring
Significant Gas Cost Reduction
We refactor and optimize contract logic, storage, and function calls to reduce gas consumption by 20-40% for end-users. This directly lowers the barrier to entry and improves transaction throughput on your protocol.
20-40%
Avg. Gas Reduction
>15%
Increased User TPS
Seamless User Migration
We architect and deploy secure, non-custodial migration contracts with a user-friendly frontend. Our process ensures 100% asset preservation, zero downtime for existing services, and comprehensive user communication strategies.
100%
Asset Preservation
Zero
Protocol Downtime
Future-Proof Architecture
Upgrades are built with modularity and upgradeability (using transparent proxies like UUPS) in mind. We deliver comprehensive developer documentation and admin tooling for easy future maintenance and feature integration.
Modular
Design Pattern
Full
Admin Control Suite
Regulatory & Compliance Readiness
We integrate compliance-friendly architectures, including role-based access control (RBAC), transaction monitoring hooks, and support for privacy layers like Aztec or zk-proofs where applicable for institutional adoption.
RBAC
Granular Access Control
Audit Trail
Full Transaction Logging
Reduced Time-to-Market
Leveraging our library of pre-audited components and proven migration frameworks, we execute complex upgrades 2-3x faster than in-house teams, allowing you to capitalize on market opportunities swiftly.
2-3x
Faster Deployment
< 6 Weeks
Typical Project Timeline
Cost & Risk Analysis
In-House vs. Chainscore Migration
A detailed comparison of the time, cost, and risk profile between managing a DeFi protocol migration internally versus partnering with Chainscore's dedicated migration team.
| Migration Factor | Build In-House | Chainscore Managed |
|---|---|---|
Time to Production | 4-9 months | 6-10 weeks |
Upfront Development Cost | $150K - $400K+ | Fixed Project Fee |
Security Audit Coverage | Optional (Extra $50K-$100K) | Included & Guaranteed |
Protocol Downtime Risk | High (Unproven Process) | Minimal (Proven Playbook) |
Post-Migration Support | Internal Team Burden | 90-Day Warranty Included |
Team Expertise Required | Solidity, EVM, DevOps, Security | Single Point of Contact |
Regulatory Compliance Review | Your Responsibility | Advisory & Best Practices |
Total Year 1 Cost (Est.) | $200K - $500K+ | $75K - $200K |
STRUCTURED, LOW-RISK EXECUTION
Our Migration Process
A proven, phased approach designed to minimize downtime and eliminate risk for your users and treasury. We manage the entire lifecycle from audit to post-migration support.
1. Discovery & Strategy
We conduct a comprehensive audit of your existing protocol architecture and tokenomics to build a risk-mitigated migration roadmap. This includes a security gap analysis and user impact assessment.
48-72 hrs
Initial Assessment
100%
Code Coverage Review
2. Architecture & Development
Our engineers design and build the upgraded smart contracts and backend systems using OpenZeppelin standards and gas-optimized patterns. Includes a staging environment for pre-launch testing.
Solidity 0.8+
Language
< 2 weeks
Avg. Build Time
4. Staged Deployment & Migration
We execute a controlled, multi-signature deployment with phased user migration windows and liquidity bridging. Includes real-time monitoring dashboards and emergency rollback procedures.
> 99.9%
Uptime SLA
Zero-Downtime
Design Goal
5. Post-Migration Support & Monitoring
We provide 30 days of guaranteed monitoring for the new system, including performance analytics, bug bounty program setup, and documentation for your team.
30 days
Included Support
24/7
Alerting
Structured Delivery Framework
DeFi Protocol Upgrade & Migration Timeline
A phased approach to ensure secure, efficient upgrades from legacy systems to modern, high-performance DeFi architectures.
| Phase & Deliverable | Timeline | Key Activities | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
Discovery & Architecture | Week 1-2 | Legacy code audit, gap analysis, target chain selection (e.g., Arbitrum, Base), final architecture spec | Technical Specification Document & Project Roadmap |
Smart Contract Development | Week 3-6 | Upgrade logic implementation (Solidity 0.8+), integration of new oracles (Chainlink), gas optimization, internal code review | Audit-ready smart contract suite with test coverage >95% |
Security Audit & Testing | Week 7-8 | Formal verification, third-party audit (e.g., Spearbit, Code4rena), mainnet-fork simulation, vulnerability remediation | Audit Report & Security Certification |
Staging Deployment & Dry-Run | Week 9 | Deploy to testnet, simulate migration with real user volumes, finalize emergency procedures and governance scripts | Validated Deployment Playbook & Rollback Plan |
Mainnet Migration & Go-Live | Week 10 | Coordinated production cutover, liquidity bridging, frontend update, real-time monitoring dashboard activation | Protocol Live on New Chain with Zero Downtime |
Post-Launch Support (30 Days) | Weeks 11-14 | 24/7 monitoring, performance tuning, bug bounty program setup, first governance cycle support | Stable Protocol Performance & Handoff Documentation |
EXPERTISE & COMPLIANCE
Technologies and Standards
We build and migrate DeFi protocols using battle-tested, audited standards and infrastructure to ensure security, efficiency, and future-proof architecture.
Smart Contract Development
Secure, gas-optimized contracts built with Solidity 0.8+ and OpenZeppelin libraries. We implement upgradeable patterns (UUPS/Transparent Proxy) and comprehensive unit/integration testing.
100%
Test Coverage
0 Critical
Audit Findings
DeFi Protocol Standards
Expert implementation of ERC-20, ERC-4626 (Vaults), ERC-3156 (Flash Loans), and Uniswap V3-style concentrated liquidity. Ensures seamless interoperability with the broader DeFi ecosystem.
50+
Protocols Integrated
< 2ms
Oracle Latency
SECTION-FAQ
DeFi Protocol Upgrades
Frequently Asked Questions
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