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How DeFi Referral Systems Work

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Referral programs in DeFi incentivize users to bring new participants to protocols. Unlike traditional affiliate programs, DeFi referrals are typically on-chain, transparent, and pay directly from protocol revenue.

What is How DeFi Referral Systems Work?

A DeFi referral system tracks when new users join a protocol through existing user's referral links. Referrers typically earn a percentage of their referrals' trading fees or staking rewards, paid in crypto.

Key Benefits

  • ✓Earn passive income by sharing protocols you already use
  • ✓Payments are on-chain and verifiable
  • ✓No middlemen — rewards go directly to your wallet
  • ✓Some protocols offer multi-tier referrals (earn from your referrals' referrals)

How to Get Started

Find your referral link in the protocol dashboard (Floops has this at /referral). Share with friends or your audience. When they stake or trade, you automatically earn a percentage of the fees they generate.

Pro Tip

Content creators with audiences in crypto can earn significant passive income through referrals. Always disclose referral relationships to maintain trust.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is FLPS staking and how does it work?

FLPS staking allows you to lock your FLPS tokens in the Floops protocol vault to earn a share of trading fees. When you stake, you receive sFLPS (staked FLPS) receipts representing your position. Your rewards accumulate in SOL based on your proportional share of the total staked pool.

What is the current lock period for staking?

The lock period is dynamic and based on the current market cap. At lower market caps, the lock period is 120 days. As the market cap grows toward $1 billion, the lock period decreases proportionally. When FLPS reaches $1B market cap, the lock period becomes 0 days (instant unlock).

How are staking rewards calculated?

Staking rewards are calculated using a MasterChef-style accumulator. The protocol collects trading fees and distributes 50% to Stakers, 40% to Lending Liquidity, and 10% to Dev.

Can I unstake early and what happens to my rewards?

Yes, you can unstake early, but you will forfeit any pending rewards. The protocol is designed to reward patient holders—if you unstake before your lock period expires, your pending SOL rewards are not claimable. Your staked FLPS tokens are always returned.

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