Ethereum Proposes ERC-8092 to Link Blockchain Accounts Across Chains

Ethereum developers have introduced a new proposal called ERC-8092. The draft standard focuses on one growing problem in crypto. Users now manage multiple wallets across many blockchains. That setup creates friction, confusion and security risks. ERC-8092 aims to fix that by letting blockchain accounts formally link to each other. Two addresses can publicly declare a relationship. They can also prove it with cryptographic signatures. Just as important, they can revoke that link at any time. The proposal is still in the draft stage. However, early discussion shows strong interest. Developers see it as a missing layer for cross-chain identity and account management.

How ERC-8092 Connects Accounts Across Chains

At its core, ERC-8092 creates a shared language for account relationships. Instead of relying on apps or centralized services, accounts can self-declare their connection. Both sides must agree and both sides must sign. The system uses two structures. The first is an Associated Account Record. It defines who initiated the link, who approved it, and how long it stays valid. 

The second is a Signed Association Record. Specifically, that wraps the data with signatures and revocation status. Therefore, both accounts sign the data using EIP-712 standards. Consequently, this creates a verifiable and trustless proof. As a result, anyone can check it, and no middleman is required. Because the standard supports multiple signature types, it works beyond Ethereum alone. That includes smart contract wallets, hardware keys and even passkeys.

Real Use Cases Developers Are Targeting

ERC-8092 is not just about identity. It unlocks several practical use cases. One is sub-account inheritance. A primary wallet could link secondary wallets for recovery or asset control. Another use case is delegated authorization. One account could act on behalf of another without sharing private keys. This helps DAOs, treasuries and automation tools.

Reputation aggregation is another big focus. Activity spread across wallets could roll up into one identity. That matters for governance, credentials, and on-chain history. Most importantly, the standard works across chains. ERC-8092 uses EIP-7930 for address representation. This allows accounts on different blockchains to link cleanly. That is critical in today’s multi-chain world.

Onchain or Off-chain, With Full User Control

Developers designed ERC-8092 with flexibility in mind. Associations can live onchain for transparency. They can also stay offchain for scale and privacy. Applications can choose what works best. Either party can revoke the link at any time. No permission is needed. Validation rules ensure timestamps, signatures, and revocations remain clear and enforceable. This approach keeps power with users. It avoids lock-in. It also avoids permanent identity binding, which many crypto users reject. 

If adopted, ERC-8092 could become a foundation layer. It simplifies how wallets, apps and chains talk to each other. It also brings structure to an area that has remained fragmented for years. For Ethereum, this proposal signals a clear direction. That is to say, identity and interoperability are no longer side features; rather, they are becoming core infrastructure.