Points & Badges
The Points & Badges system transforms your DeFi journey on OctoSwap into something more engaging and rewarding. As you trade or provide liquidity, you earn points that reflect your activity and commitment on the platform. These points showcase your involvement and contribution to the OctoSwap ecosystem.
How Points Work
Only swaps routed through OctoSwap pools are eligible for points. Trades that route through external protocols or aggregators will not earn points, even if initiated from the OctoSwap interface.
Best Router Toggle: We recommend keeping the "Best Router" toggle enabled to get the best execution for your trades. While this may sometimes route through external protocols (which won't earn points), getting optimal pricing should always be your priority over point accumulation.
Earning Points Through Trading
Fee-Based Rewards: You earn points based on the trading fees you pay, not just your swap volume. This means:
- Higher fee swaps = More points (volatile pairs typically have higher fees)
- Lower fee swaps = Fewer points (stablecoin pairs typically have lower fees)
While stablecoin swaps have lower fees (and thus fewer points), they're still valuable for earning base points with minimal price impact on large trades.
Important Trading Considerations
Points should enhance your DeFi experience, not drive it. Always prioritize sound trading decisions over point accumulation:
- Check price impact before executing trades - large swaps can result in significant slippage
- Consider transaction costs vs. potential point rewards
- Trade organically based on your actual needs and strategy
- Don't force trades just for points - this can lead to unnecessary losses
Earning Points Through Liquidity Provision
Yield-Based Rewards: Your points are determined by how much yield your liquidity position generates:
- Active liquidity = More points (positions earning high fees get more rewards)
- Idle liquidity = Fewer points (out-of-range or low-volume pools earn less)
- In-range concentrated positions = Maximum points (active capital in high-volume pools)
Double Winning System: Liquidity providers benefit from a dual reward structure:
- Real Yield: Earn actual trading fees from your liquidity positions
- Point Rewards: Get additional points based on the yield your position generates
- Good DeFi Behavior: Rewarded for providing valuable liquidity to the ecosystem
- Compounding Benefits: Higher-yielding positions earn both more fees AND more points
Optimal Point Earning: Providing liquidity is the most efficient way to earn points without paying trading fees. You earn points based on the yield your position generates while also collecting real trading fees.
Focus on providing liquidity in active price ranges and high-volume pools to maximize both trading fees and point earnings.
Claiming CL Fees: For Concentrated Liquidity (CL) positions, point rewards are credited when you claim your trading fees. We suggest regularly collecting your CL position fees if you want to see your related points updated.
Important Liquidity Considerations
Points should complement your liquidity strategy, not replace sound DeFi principles:
- Understand impermanent loss - providing liquidity can result in losses if token prices diverge significantly
- Monitor your positions - concentrated liquidity requires active management
- Consider your risk tolerance - higher point-earning positions often carry higher risks
- Provide liquidity organically - only deposit funds you're comfortable having in DeFi protocols
- Don't chase points into unfamiliar or high-risk pools without proper research
Learn more about these risks in our Impermanent Loss & MEV Guide →
Point Multipliers & Bonuses
Badge Bonuses
Each badge you earn provides a permanent multiplier to your base point earnings:
- Community badges from testnet participation, NFT holdings, campaigns
- Achievement badges for reaching milestones and completing challenges
- Special badges from partnerships and exclusive events
- OCTO ID badge provides a 15% point boost when you mint your unique identifier
Protocol Points Program
Dedicated Protocol Rewards
We offer a separate point system specifically designed for verified protocols, projects, DAOs, and communities that utilize OctoSwap pools or manage protocol-owned liquidity:
- Protocol-specific reward allocation with dedicated leaderboard separate from users
- Liquidity-only points - protocols earn points exclusively through liquidity provision, not trading
- No badges or multipliers - protocols compete on pure liquidity contribution metrics
- Isolated system - protocol points don't affect individual user rewards or rankings
- Verification required - only verified protocols, DAOs, and projects are eligible
Protocol Benefits
Exclusive Perks for Verified Protocols:
- Dedicated leaderboard ranking protocols by liquidity contribution
- Separate reward pool that doesn't compete with individual users
- Recognition for supporting OctoSwap's liquidity ecosystem
- Direct partnership opportunities and collaboration
- Custom integration support for protocol-owned liquidity strategies
Eligibility Requirements:
- Verified protocols, DAOs, or projects with legitimate use cases
- Protocol-owned liquidity or significant utilization of OctoSwap pools
- Application and verification process through our team
Verified protocols, DAOs, and projects interested in joining our points program should contact our team for:
- Verification process and eligibility requirements
- Protocol-owned liquidity integration options
- Custom terms and reward allocation details
- Technical integration support and guidance
Protocol points operate independently from user rewards to ensure fair competition in both categories.
OCTO IDs & Profile System
Unique Identity System
Mint Your OCTO ID: (Available on mainnet)
- Unique identifier - fully onchain soulbound NFT
- Soulbound token - can only be minted once per wallet and cannot be sold or transferred
- 15% point boost badge automatically granted upon minting
- Permanent identity tied to your wallet address
Community-Driven Experience
The points and badges system creates a uniquely interactive DeFi platform where:
- Active participation is rewarded through point multipliers
- Community engagement drives additional benefits
- Long-term commitment is recognized through badges
- Protocol partnerships enhance the entire ecosystem
Responsible Participation
Remember that points are designed to enhance and reward your existing DeFi activities, not to encourage risky behavior:
- Trade and provide liquidity organically based on your financial goals
- Points are a bonus - don't let them override good financial judgment
- Stay informed about DeFi risks and best practices
- Start small and learn as you grow your involvement
The best point earners are often those who use OctoSwap strategically as part of a well-thought-out DeFi portfolio.
Whether you're here to trade, maximize yield, or build community, every action becomes more exciting and rewarding through our comprehensive points system.
Ready to start earning?
Navigate to OctoSwap and begin trading or providing liquidity to start accumulating points today → DEX