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Types of Airdrops
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Common Types of Airdrops
| Type | What it is | Who it suits | How to qualify | Why do projects use it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (Blind) Airdrops | Tokens sent to wallets meeting simple rules (register, hold, or sign up) | Novice users and casual enthusiasts | Complete registration steps and connect an accepted wallet | Quick brand awareness and social growth |
| Holder Airdrops | Tokens are distributed to holders of a specific token or NFT at a snapshot | Investors who already hold the qualifying asset | Hold the qualifying asset before the snapshot; staking may help | Reward loyalty and bootstrap token utility |
| Fork Airdrops | New-chain tokens are given to addresses that held tokens on the original chain | Long-term chain users and node operators | Hold assets on the original chain and control the wallet used | Distribute new-chain tokens to original participants |
| Bounty/Task-Based Airdrops | Tokens earned by completing tasks (shares, translations, bug reports, testnets) | Active community members, translators, testers, marketers | Complete listed tasks accurately and on time | Drive engagement and crowdsource testing/promotion |
| Loyalty/Staking Airdrops | Rewards for staking, providing liquidity, or sustained activity | Investors focused on long-term participation | Stake tokens, lock liquidity, or meet activity thresholds | Incentivize commitment and stabilize token economics |
| Retroactive (Merit-Based) Airdrops | Tokens awarded to past contributors and early users after launch | Developers, early testers, builders, consistent users | Demonstrable on-chain activity or verifiable contributions during qualifying window | Reward genuine contributors and decentralize governance |
| Token Swap/Migration Airdrops | New tokens issued to holders when a project migrates or upgrades | Current token holders during migration windows | Hold the old token in an eligible wallet or follow the official swap steps | Smooth upgrades and preserve holder value |
| NFT Airdrops / Utility NFTs | NFTs airdropped that grant access, privileges, or redeemable benefits | NFT collectors and engaged community members | Hold qualifying NFTs, participate in events, or complete tasks | Build collectible communities and assign special privileges |
How to Prepare and Improve Your Chances
- Get an up-to-date wallet and learn to use it safely.
- Follow projects’ official channels and join testnets or beta releases.
- Hold or stake project tokens if you believe in a project’s fundamentals.
- Complete legitimate task-based campaigns and keep records of your contributions.
- Use trusted airdrop trackers and lists to spot quality opportunities early.
Risks, Scams, and Best Practices
- Do not share private keys or seed phrases; genuine airdrops never ask for them.
- Stay vigilant against phishing links, fraudulent social media accounts, and forms requesting sensitive information.
- Low-quality airdrops can decrease token value or consist of tokens lacking a market; assess the credibility of project teams and their utility.
- Utilize separate wallets for testing to reduce risk.
- Airdrop hunting largely depends on volume; expect many to be small, with a few significant wins compensating for the smaller ones.
Final Thought
Airdrops can be a low-cost way to get exposure to new tokens and projects, but success requires discernment, basic on-chain literacy, and careful risk management. Treat airdrops as part of a broader learning and participation strategy rather than guaranteed income.RECOMMENDED POST
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