> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://eigenlayermk.gitbook.io/us/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://eigenlayermk.gitbook.io/us/eigen-layer.md).

# Eigen Layer

EigenLayer is a protocol that enables decentralized and scalable services on Ethereum. Learn about its features, whitepaper, restaking, node operation, AVS development, and …

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#### To Start Restake | The first market for decentralized trust <a href="#to-start-restake-or-the-first-market-for-decentralized-trust" id="to-start-restake-or-the-first-market-for-decentralized-trust"></a>

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