# ERC6551 ### **What is ERC6551?** EIP6551 is a proposal made to extend the functionality of every ERC-721 token by attaching them to specific smart contract accounts, effectively providing on-chain identity to these tokens. Each non-fungible token gets a unique, global identifier which gives it a distinct identity. ### **How does ERC6551 operate?** EIP6551 operates by creating uniquely, deterministically addressed smart contract accounts for each ERC-721 token via a permissionless registry. It maintains complete compatibility with existing ERC-721 token contracts, therefore not requiring any changes to previously deployed ERC-721 contracts. Control over each token-bound account is given to the owner of the ERC-721 token, enabling the owner to initiate on-chain actions on behalf of their token. ### **Unique features of ERC6551** The unique feature of ERC6551 lies in its ability to turn each ERC-721 token into a standalone entity capable of owning assets and interacting with applications on the Ethereum blockchain. This expands the functionality of non-fungible tokens, allowing them to accumulate assets and record transaction history. ### **Conclusion** ERC6551 is a breakthrough in enhancing the capabilities of non-fungible tokens. Through ERC6551, ERC-721 tokens not only represent a unique digital asset but can also interact independently with the blockchain and other on-chain applications. This opens a plethora of possibilities in the world of non-fungible tokens on the KodaDot platform. [Follow official ERC6551 Twitter](https://twitter.com/erc6551) --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://hello.kodadot.xyz/nft-standard/evm/erc6551.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.