# Polkadot Updates Devnet With Smarter Search and Privacy Indicators

By Simon Yoon

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Published: 2026-10-09T17:35:56.000Z
Updated: 2026-10-09T17:35:56.000Z
Section: Technology

> The developer-focused release adds account search, improved coin visuals and clearer privacy indicators while aiming to streamline development and improve the user experience.

Polkadot has updated its Devnet with new search, visual and privacy features designed to streamline development and improve the user experience across its multichain ecosystem.

The release adds search functionality for contacts and accounts, along with improved coin visuals and clearer privacy indicators. The features are aimed at developers working with Polkadot’s blockchain environment.

Polkadot is a multichain network that allows separate blockchains to exchange messages and value without requiring participants to trust one another directly. Its governance system supports network upgrades through on-chain decisions without requiring hard forks.

The Devnet provides an environment for developers to work with Polkadot’s tools and assess the updated features as the network continues to evolve.