> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://astonic.gitbook.io/astonic-docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://astonic.gitbook.io/astonic-docs/astonic-economics/airdrop.md).

# Airdrop

## Overview

The ASTONIC (ATC) token launch marks a significant milestone in decentralized finance, with a generous allocation dedicated to ecosystem supporters. A substantial 30% (150M) of the total ASTONIC supply has been earmarked for early contributors and active participants within both the Cosmos ecosystem and Planq blockchain.

#### Claiming Process & Timeline

Key details about the distribution:

| Parameter           | Details                                                                      |
| ------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Distribution Format | Locked veATC                                                                 |
| Vesting Period      | 2 years (linear)                                                             |
| Claim Start Date    | February 26th, 2025                                                          |
| Claim End Date      | August 28th, 2025                                                            |
| Unclaimed Tokens    | Auto-transfer to Community Treasury                                          |
| Usage               | Initially for governance, with potential fee-sharing features in the future. |
| Liquidity           | No liquidity or trading pairs will be available at launch.                   |

* **Claiming**: If you connect in week 26 (August 28th), you can claim the full airdrop at once.
* **Phased Rollout**:
  * The airdrop will be distributed in phases.
  * New communities will be added monthly.
  * If you qualify in multiple phases, you can claim in each one.
* You need a **Metamask** wallet, and potentially a **Keplr** or **Leap** to start the claim process. The Keplr/Leap wallet is needed to claim future cosmos-chain stakedrops.
* Tokens will be sent to the **Planq Network EVM**.

### How to Participate

Eligible participants can verify their allocation and initiate their claim through these steps:

1. Visit <https://www.astonic.io/claim-airdrop>
2. Connect your eligible wallet
3. Check allocation amount
4. Complete the claiming process
5. Monitor vesting progress

### Important Considerations

* All claimed tokens will be distributed as locked veATC
* Linear unlocking occurs over 24 months
* No initial cliff period applies
* Unclaimed tokens support community initiatives through the treasury

### Current Phase

* (**Running - 1.500.000 ATC**) Snapshot of Physica LPers

### Image Guide

<figure><img src="/files/6nKypEEYowfY90OGcgDE" alt=""><figcaption><p>Click connect</p></figcaption></figure>

<figure><img src="/files/NwwJn83iJqEzVLWxQe6f" alt=""><figcaption><p>Select your wallet</p></figcaption></figure>

<figure><img src="/files/9ILSfrEntS1c2idaeztF" alt=""><figcaption><p>Check allocation amount</p></figcaption></figure>

<figure><img src="/files/DHjr4bYFnYfuSvvebpIn" alt=""><figcaption><p>Complete the claiming process</p></figcaption></figure>

<figure><img src="/files/ZxJ1TmKrqMQTuSjM1znZ" alt=""><figcaption><p>Monitor vesting progress</p></figcaption></figure>