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Airdrop Basics
Airdrop vs Rewards Campaign
Understand the difference between airdrops and broader rewards campaigns, including points, quests, referrals, and activity incentives.
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What this means
An airdrop is a token distribution event, while a rewards campaign may track actions, points, referrals, or tasks before any token distribution is confirmed.
Core ideas
What to understand first
- Rewards campaigns may or may not lead to tokens.
- Airdrops usually involve a defined token distribution.
- Points can be used for ranking, eligibility, or future rewards.
- Campaigns can include social, on-chain, or product tasks.
Safety checklist
What to check before acting
- Check whether token rewards are confirmed.
- Read the campaign terms.
- Separate official rules from community speculation.
- Avoid connecting valuable wallets to unknown tasks.
Risk note
Common mistakes to avoid
- Users may assume points guarantee tokens when they do not.
- Fake campaigns can copy legitimate quest formats.
- Referral-based campaigns can spread risky links quickly.