Key Highlights
- Monad has opened an airdrop claims portal for over 230,000 wallets.
- The claims window runs until November 3.
- Eligibility depends on both on-chain activity and off-chain verification (social media accounts).
- MON tokens will become transferable only after the token generation event (TGE) aligned with the mainnet launch.
What Is an Airdrop (in Crypto)?
An airdrop in the cryptocurrency world is when a project distributes free tokens to certain users, usually as a promotional strategy or reward for community engagement. For newcomers, this is a way to (potentially) receive new tokens simply by participating in eligibility steps — such as holding certain assets, interacting with a protocol, or verifying your identity via social channels.
About Monad & the MON Token
- Monad is a layer-1 blockchain project aiming for high throughput — up to 10,000 transactions per second with one-second block times.
- The project raised $225 million in 2024, led by investment firms like Paradigm.
- At launch, Monad plans to integrate with major platforms like Uniswap, OpenSea, Magic Eden, and support wallets like MetaMask, Phantom, Rabby.
How the Monad Airdrop Works
Claim Portal & Process
- The claims portal opened recently and uses Privy for authentication.
- Users need to connect their wallets (EVM or Solana) and verify their eligibility.
- There’s no benefit to rushing the claim — you can take your time during the open window.
Eligible Participants & Allocation Categories
Monad divides eligibility into five categories:
- Monad Community
- On-chain Users
- Crypto Community
- Crypto Contributors
- Monad Builders
Some highlights of the criteria:
- On-chain activity: DEX trading volume, NFT holdings, DeFi interactions (with protocols like Aave, Uniswap, Curve, etc.)
- Off-chain verification: Twitter, Discord, Telegram involvement
- Special inclusion: DAO governance participants, holders of crypto collectibles like CryptoPunks or Pudgy Penguins
If you qualify under several categories, you might stack allocations for a higher total reward.
Timeline & Token Distribution
- The claim period closes on November 3.
- After the window, the Token Generation Event (TGE) will take place together with the mainnet launch.
- Tokens will not be transferrable until after TGE.
- There’s an optional early reveal event on October 28, when participants may view their allocation amounts.
Things Beginners Should Be Careful About
- Verify from official sources – Always confirm you’re on the genuine Monad or CoinMarketCap site. Scams often mimic official airdrops.
- Don’t share private keys – Legitimate airdrops will never ask for your private key or seed phrase. Only connect wallets via secure, read-only permissions when possible.
- Understand claim deadlines – Missing the claim window (ends November 3) means you might lose eligibility.
- Check token lock or restrictions – The MON tokens won’t be transferable until after TGE, so be aware of timing when planning to trade or use them.
Why This Matters
For new crypto users, participating in a well-managed airdrop can be a low-cost way to get involved in a blockchain project. Monad’s approach—combining on-chain data with social verification—makes the process more sophisticated than simple “snapshot” airdrops.
If things go well, you could receive MON tokens simply by fulfilling eligibility steps, without needing to buy them. But as always with crypto, do your own research and proceed cautiously.
