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Community Airdrop

Overview​

The DIG Network recognizes that great protocols are built by communities, not companies. To honor the early believers who helped shape our vision, 5% of the total DIG supply (1,250,000 tokens) has been allocated to a community airdrop distributed over 15 years through a dedicated smart contract.

Airdrop Structure​

Token Allocation​

Total DIG Supply: 25,000,000 tokens
Community Airdrop: 5% (1,250,000 tokens)
Distribution Period: 15 years
Daily Distribution: ~228 DIG per day (total pool)

Visual Overview​

┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│                         AIRDROP ALLOCATION                          │
├─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│                    5% of Total Supply (1,250,000 DIG)               │
│                                 │                                   │
│                                 ▼                                   │
│                  ┌──────────────────────────────┐                   │
│                  │   Dedicated Rewards          │                   │
│                  │   Distributor Puzzle         │                   │
│                  └────────────┬─────────────────┘                   │
│                               │                                     │
│                               ▼                                     │
│                  ┌──────────────────────────────┐                   │
│                  │   15-Year Linear Stream      │                   │
│                  │   ~228 DIG/day total pool    │                   │
│                  └────────────┬─────────────────┘                   │
└───────────────────────────────┼─────────────────────────────────────┘
                                │
        ┌───────────────────────┴────────────────────────┐
        │                                                │
        ▼                                                ▼
┌─────────────────────┐                    ┌─────────────────────────┐
│ ELIGIBLE RECIPIENTS │                    │   DISTRIBUTION FLOW     │
├─────────────────────┤                    ├─────────────────────────┤
│                     │                    │                         │
│  • Alpha Testers    │────────────────────►  Individual Claims      │
│  • Developers       │────────────────────►  Based on Weight        │
│  • Community        │────────────────────►  Proportional Share     │
│    Builders         │────────────────────►  No Claim Deadline      │
│  • Strategic        │                    │                         │
│    Supporters       │                    │                         │
│                     │                    │                         │
└─────────────────────┘                    └─────────────────────────┘

Key: Each eligible address receives a proportional share of the daily
     distribution based on their contribution weight

Distribution Mechanism​

The airdrop utilizes a Dedicated Rewards Distributor Puzzle - a specialized Chialisp smart contract that:

  • Holds 1,250,000 DIG tokens in escrow
  • Streams tokens linearly over 15 years
  • Allows eligible addresses to claim their proportional share
  • Operates completely autonomously without admin control

Eligibility Criteria​

Data Sources​

The DIG Network team analyzes multiple on-chain and off-chain sources to identify influential early community members:

  1. Community Alpha Participation

    • On-chain interactions with alpha contracts
    • Storage node operation during testing
    • Bug reports and feature suggestions
    • Active testing and feedback

  2. Developer Contributions

    • Code contributions to repositories
    • Documentation improvements
    • Tool and integration development
    • Technical support in community channels

  3. Community Building

    • Educational content creation
    • Social media advocacy
    • Community moderation
    • Event organization

  4. Strategic Support

    • Early strategic advice
    • Partnership introductions
    • Ecosystem connections
    • Resource contributions

Selection Process​

Data Collection → Contribution Analysis → Weight Assignment → Address Verification
       ↓                    ↓                    ↓                    ↓
   On-chain data      Impact scoring      Proportional share    Final list
   Off-chain data     Quality metrics     Cap per address      Smart contract

Important Notes:

  • Selection criteria are at the complete discretion of the DIG Network team
  • No public application process - selection based on observed contributions
  • Weights reflect relative impact on protocol development
  • Final decisions are non-appealable to ensure fairness

Claiming Process​

  1. Check Eligibility

    dig airdrop check <your-address>

  2. View Claimable Amount

    dig airdrop balance <your-address>

  3. Claim Tokens

    dig airdrop claim

  4. Automatic Wallet Detection

    • Claims are sent to the eligible address
    • Pure on-chain verification

Distribution Timeline​

Vesting Schedule​

Year 1:  ~83,333 DIG distributed  (6.67% of airdrop)
Year 5:  ~416,667 DIG distributed (33.33% of airdrop)
Year 10: ~833,333 DIG distributed (66.67% of airdrop)
Year 15: 1,250,000 DIG distributed (100% of airdrop)

Claiming Windows​

  • No claiming deadline - Tokens remain claimable forever, no clawback enabled
  • Accumulation - Unclaimed tokens accumulate and can be claimed anytime
  • Gas efficiency - Claim whenever txn fees are favorable
  • Batch claiming - Multiple periods can be claimed in one transaction

Fairness Mechanisms​

Anti-Gaming Features​

  1. Retroactive Selection - Based on past contributions, not future promises
  2. No Public Criteria - Prevents gaming the system
  3. Holistic Evaluation - Quality over quantity of contributions
  4. Multi-Source Verification - Cross-references multiple data points

Community Recognition​

Contribution Categories​

🏗️ Builders

  • Developed tools and integrations
  • Contributed code and documentation
  • Created educational resources

🧪 Testers

  • Operated alpha nodes
  • Reported critical bugs
  • Stress-tested the network

📣 Advocates

  • Spread awareness
  • Onboarded new users
  • Defended the vision

🤝 Connectors

  • Introduced key partnerships
  • Facilitated important relationships
  • Bridged communities

Technical Requirements​

For Recipients​

  • Chia Wallet - Must have a Chia address
  • No KYC Required - Purely based on on-chain addresses
  • No Geographic Restrictions - Global distribution
  • No Minimum Claim - Claim any amount available

Security Considerations​

  • Immutable Contract - Cannot be modified after deployment
  • No Admin Keys - Fully autonomous distribution
  • Transparent Allocation - All weights visible on-chain
  • Sybil Resistant - Manual curation prevents address splitting

Philosophy​

Why 15 Years?​

The 15-year distribution period ensures:

  • Long-term alignment with early supporters
  • Sustained engagement with the protocol
  • Anti-dump protection for token stability
  • Reward patience of true believers

Recognition Over Riches​

This airdrop is designed as a thank you to early contributors, not a get-rich-quick scheme:

  • Rewards meaningful contributions
  • Recognizes non-monetary support
  • Values community over capital
  • Celebrates the builders

FAQ​

Q: How do I know if I'm eligible? A: Check using the (future) CLI tool once the airdrop puzzle is deployed. If you significantly contributed to the early DIG Network, you're likely included.

Q: Can I apply for the airdrop? A: No. Selection is based entirely on past contributions already observed by the team.

Q: What if I used multiple addresses? A: The team attempts to link related addresses, but using consistent addresses helps ensure recognition.

Q: Can I sell my airdrop allocation? A: The vesting position itself cannot be transferred, but claimed tokens are freely transferable.

Q: What happens to unclaimed tokens? A: Tokens remain in the contract and can be claimed by eligible addresses anytime forever.

Summary​

The DIG Network airdrop represents our commitment to community-first development. By allocating 5% of total supply to early contributors over 15 years, we ensure those who helped build the protocol share in its long-term success. This isn't just token distribution - it's recognition of the countless hours, creative ideas, and unwavering support that made DIG Network possible.

Remember: The best way to participate in the DIG Network's future isn't to wait for airdrops, but to actively contribute to building the decentralized storage infrastructure of tomorrow.