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Proof of Attendance Protocol (POAP) Meaning

A Proof of Attendance Protocol (POAP) is a Digital Badge in the form of an NFT that is given to people who Attend an Event, whether it’s in the Physical World or the Metaverse. Think of it as a Digital Ticket Stub or a Commemorative Patch that is stored on the blockchain. POAPs are primarily used to build Community Engagement and to create a Verifiable Record of a person’s Life Experiences.Technically, POAPs are usually minted on the Gnosis Chain (formerly xDAI) because it is Fast and Cheap.

A user Claims a POAP by scanning a QR Code at an event or by entering a Secret Code in a discord server. Once claimed, the NFT is Soulbound to the user's wallet (meaning it shouldn't be sold), creating a Digital Resume that shows which Conferences, Hackathons, or Concerts they have participated in.For Brands and Communities, POAPs are a powerful Marketing Tool.

A project could Airdrop rewards or give Special Access only to people who have collected a certain number of POAPs. For example, a Web3 Startup might only hire Developers who have POAPs from multiple Ethereum Hackathons.

This turns a simple Digital Sticker into a Verifiable Credential that proves Real-World Involvement.The Future of POAPs is in Identity and Reputation. As we move toward a Decentralized Society, our Digital Wallets will become our Portfolios.

A collection of POAPs proves that you aren't just a Bot or a Speculator, but an Active Participant in the ecosystem. It is a Fun and Social way to use blockchain technology that goes beyond Finance, focusing on Human Connection and Shared History.

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