✅ Qualify in zkSync Airdrop — Complete Guide🪂
🔥Covered all Possible criteria, Could be Bigger than Abritrum Airdrop 😲🏃♂️🏃♂️
🌐 zkSync Overview
zkSync is a revolutionary technology that uses ZeroKnowledge proofs to ensure that transactions on the Ethereum network are private and secure. This makes it the ideal solution for DeFi applications, which require high transaction throughput and low fees.
By using zkSync, users can enjoy the benefits of Ethereum without having to worry about the high fees and slow transaction times that have plagued the network in recent years. It’s a game-changer for anyone looking to build decentralized applications that are scalable and secure.
zkSync is developed by Matter Labs and which was co-founded in 2019 by Alex Gluchowski and Alexandr Vlasov.
✔ How does Zero-Knowledge (ZK) Rollup works?
ZK Rollup is a way to make Ethereum transactions faster and cheaper without compromising security or decentralization. It combines many transactions into a single batch that is verified using a special cryptographic proof called a SNARK. This proof is posted on the Ethereum mainnet, ensuring security without the need for every transaction to go through the Ethereum network.
ZK Rollup is becoming popular in the Ethereum community as a way to make the network more efficient and scalable, while keeping the same level of security and decentralization.
🤷♂️ Why zkSync Airdrop Could be the Biggest one ?
I think these two Major Factors is enough to prove it-
- First: zkSync has raised a total of $458 million, led by major capital ventures like Ethereum Foundation, Blockchain Capital, A16z, Coinbase and many more. The Funding is almost 3.5 times than the amount raised by Arbitrum one . Arbitrum one has secured a funding of approximately $120 million and has distributed $ARB tokens worth a minimum of $500 to $15000 to eligible airdrop participants. This makes me wonder — just how massive can zkSync’s airdrop be? 😲
✔ What is Fund Raised in Crypto?
Fund raised means the total amount of money a project or company has collected. This is usually done by selling digital coins or tokens to investors through various ways like Initial Coin Offerings (ICO), Security Token Offerings (STO), Initial Exchange Offerings (IEO), or private funding rounds. The money raised is then used to develop the project or platform and keep it running. How much money a project has raised is an important factor in determining its potential success in the crypto world.
- Second : Another important thing to note is the impressive growth of zkSync Era TVL (Total Value Locked). Based on L2BEAT website Tracking info, the TVL has already crossed $175 million in 15 days since the full launch of zkSync Era Alpha.
✔ What is TVL (Total Value Locked)?
TVL refers to the total amount of cryptocurrency or other digital assets that are locked in a specific decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol or smart contract. It’s a way to see how popular and successful a DeFi platform is, by calculating the total amount of tokens locked in it and multiplying that by their current market price. Investors use TVL as an indicator of how much trust and confidence they have in a DeFi platform. The higher the TVL, the more successful and trusted the protocol is thought to be.
After a successful funding round and mainnet launch, zkSync is now set for even more success in the future. Therefore, I encourage you to join the expanding community of supporters who believe in the future of privacy, security, and scalability in blockchain. Not only for the airdrop, but also to take the first step towards a better, more decentralized world!
📸 Is Zksync Airdrop Snapshot already Taken?
In an interview with Matter Labs CEO Alex Gluchowski, The Block Team reported that the launch of the native $ZKS token would happen after the full decentralization of zkSync. Gluchowski estimated that this process could take up to a year.
Furthermore, if we examine their roadmap, we can see that there are still many milestones to reach before achieving full decentralization. This indicates that we are still in the early stages and giving us sufficient time to prepare for their airdrop!!
✅ How to Qualify for zkSync Potential Airdrop?
Before Start, It’s important to remember that there’s no guarantee you’ll qualify for the airdrop by completing these tasks. The exact criteria and timing of the snapshot are uncertain and speculative. Since you’ll be investing real funds for these tasks, it’s always best to do your own research beforehand. Please note that this is not financial advice. If you’re willing to take the risk, let’s speculate on what the criteria for the Zksync Airdrop might be.
I think, A good way to make an educated guess about the Zksync Airdrop criteria is to look at the Arbitrum Airdrop Criteria, which was one of the largest airdrops that happened recently and we can learn lot’s of thing from this.
These are the main criteria of Abritrum One Airdrop -
- Bridging transactions into Arbitrum One
- How many months have transactions been made on Arbitrum One
- How many transactions or smart contracts have been used on Arbitrum One
- What is the total value of all transactions
- Activity Between Arbitrum One and Arbitrum Nova
Did you get my points?
I believe that if we replicate these Arbitrum criteria on Zksync and Adding some extra Task by ourselves, we can easily qualify for the Zksync Airdrop too!!
Let’s see how we can do it 👇
For better under standing we will divide these Task in to 4 Parts
- Task on zkSync Era Alpha Mainnet
- Task on zkSync Lite Mainnet
- Task on zkSync Testnet
- Some Extra Task
✔ What is the Difference Between zkSync Era and Lite Mainnet?
zkSync has two mainnets: zkSync Era and zkSync Lite. The main difference between the two is that zkSync Era supports smart contracts, while zkSync Lite does not. This means that zkSync Era is able to support more complex decentralized applications, including DeFi protocols and NFT marketplaces, whereas zkSync Lite is mainly focused on scaling payments and transfers of ETH and ERC-20 tokens.
✅ I think we have discussed enough, Now Let’s Begun the Guide 👇
⏭ Setup your No-Custodial Wallet
To get started, you’ll need a non-custodial wallet like Metamask and some $ETH funds in the Ethereum Mainnet.
After depositing funds into your wallet, you have to add the zkSync Era mainnet RPC details to your wallet either manually or by following these instructions
▶ Visit here: https://chainlist.org/
▶ Connect your Metamask Wallet
▶ Mark the Include Testnet Box
▶ Search “ZkSync” & Add Both network by clicking on “Add to Metamask”
Manual Adding RCP Details-
Network Name: zkSync Era Mainnet
RPC URL: https://mainnet.era.zksync.io
Chain ID: 324
Currency Symbol: ETH
Block Explorer URL: https://explorer.zksync.io/
WebSocket URL: wss://mainnet.era.zksync.io/ws
🔰 Task on zkSync Era Alpha Mainnet
zkSync has recently launched their Mainnet name as ‘zkSync Era’, and several DEXs are already active on their platform with more to come. We plan to replicate the Arbitrum One airdrop criteria on Zksync by interacting with the DEXs in the zkSync Era ecosystem.
⏭ Use their Native Bridge
▶ Use from here : bridge.zksync.io
▶ Bridge Some $ETH from Ethereum Mainnet to zkSync Era Mainnet using their official Bridge
⏭ Interact with zkSync Era Ecosystem DEXs
There are many dApps available now on Zksync Era, but I will only show you some Verified dApps here. To complete the different Smart Contract Criteria on zkSync, you should use as many dApps as you can, as this was one of the major criteria in the Arbitrum Airdrop, and it could also apply to the zkSync Airdrop. Additionally, many DEXs do not have their own tokens, so we can be eligible for those Airdrops too. It’s like Catching Many birds with one stone.
1️⃣ Use SyncSwap
As SyncSwap is a one of the top dApp built on zkSync, users can use SyncSwap to perform various actions, such as trading or providing liquidity, on the zkSync Era network. By using SyncSwap, users can engage with different functionalities of the zkSync Era network, which can help them fulfill the criteria required for the zkSync Airdrop. Additionally, You will get back 30%-90% Spend fees in Refund and Aslo SyncSwap has confirmed the name of their upcoming token as $SYNC, and we may be eligible for their airdrop as well.
▶ Use from here: syncswap.xyz
▶ First of all, Connect your wallet with “zkSync Era” Network
▶ Swap some $ETH to Any Tokens (USDC)
▶ After Swap, Head over to the ‘‘Pools’’ Section and Provide some Minimum amount Liquidity in ETH/USDC Pair or any other paired you like.
2️⃣ Use SpaceFi
Another Greate dApps built on Zkync Era, We use features like SyncSwap such as trading or providing liquidity, on the zkSync Era network.
▶ Use from here: swap-zksync.spacefi.io
▶ All Task are Same like you did in SynSwap: Connect Wallet — Swap Tokens — Add Small Amount Liquidity — That’s it!!
3️⃣ Use Mute.io
Mute is a decentralized finance (DeFi) platform that aims to create a liquidity hub for all protocols built on zkSync. The Mute Switch, their flagship dApp, offers an automated market maker (AMM) decentralized exchange (DEX) with limit orders, a farming platform, and bond platform. Mute provides a solution for protocols on zkSync to incentivize liquidity for their specific use cases.
▶ Use from here: app.mute.io
▶ All Task are Same as you did before like: Connect Wallet — Swap Tokens — Add Small Amount Liquidity — That’s it!!
▶ In addition, once you provide liquidity, you can use Mute’s Farm futures to earn $MUTE rewards. You may also lock some $MUTE tokens in the DAO section to earn dMute rewards. (Optional)
4️⃣ Use Onchain Trade
This is a decentralized exchange (DEX) built on zkSync that allows for spot trading, borrowing, lending, and 0 slippage leverage trading. It also offers real yield opportunities to token holders.
▶ Use from here: onchain.trade
▶ Currently, you can only swap tokens and add liquidity on Zksync Era. Features such as borrowing/lending and perpetual trading are not available yet. However, once they become available, it is recommended to try them out.
5️⃣ Use Mint Square
Mint Square allows you to trade NFTs on StarkNet and zkSync Era, which means you can complete transactions more affordably and with faster confirmation times. Additionally, your trades are completely secure thanks to the Ethereum consensus.
▶ Use from here: mintsquare.io
▶ Mint your own NFT and Buy/Sell some other creators NTF on Zksync Era
6️⃣ Use Goal3xyz
Goal3 is a platform for sports betting that operates in a decentralized manner on the zkSync Era network. With this platform, users can place bets on different sports and events using cryptocurrency.
▶ Use from here : portal.goal3.xyz
▶ Connect your Wallet — Lock some $USDC — Get $GOAL3 Token Retroactive Airdrop
Extra Benefits of GAOL3 Retroactive Airdrop:
By participating, we can get double benefits from here, including increased interaction with smart contracts and eligibility for the GOAL3 retroactive airdrop.
Goal3 is hosting a LockDrop event where you can earn $GOAL3 tokens by locking your $USDC using Zksync Era Network
- The earlier you participate, the more $GOAL3 tokens you can earn.
- The minimum amount you can commit is 10 $USDC.
- The event ends on April 16th.
Note that this is not a token sale and you will receive 100% of your $USDC funds back in a linear manner. Additionally, there will be a separate airdrop for users who take part in the lockdrop.
7️⃣ Use Naxon Finance (Optional)
It’s Borrowing and Lending Platform on zkSync.
▶ Use from here : https://app.nexon.finance/
🆕 Now, Let’s explore how we can meet all the bridging criteria for zkSync Era
These below-mentioned Protocols support multichain bridging. By transferring funds from lower fee chains like Polygon, Arbitrum, Optimism, or BNB to zkSync Era, we can achieve the bridging volume targets at a lower cost. However, we need to keep in mind that only bridging volume from Ethereum Mainnet may be counted. Therefore, for security purposes, I recommend to bridge between Ethereum to zkSync Era Mainnet method once or twice in a week and Generate Minimum $10k Bridge volume, then can generate high volume using other multichain methods.
All tasks are the same, you just have to perform a cross-chain bridge between other chains and zkSync Era. I am not going to demonstrate all the steps here, but I will provide you with the links to the relevant protocols. You can use them accordingly👇
8️⃣Use Orbiter Finance
Orbiter Finance is a decentralized bridge that allows you to transfer Ethereum-based assets across different rollup networks. This infrastructure of Layer 2 provides fast and affordable transactions.
▶ Use From Here: www.orbiter.finance
9️⃣ Use Rhino
This is a DeFi aggregator that works across multiple blockchains and allows you to perform various actions such as trading, swapping, bridging, investing, and earning with low fees and high security all from a single self-custodial layer 2 wallet
▶ Use from here: app.rhino.fi
▶ The bridging process in this protocol is slightly different but it’s very fast and fees is lower than others: Connect Wallet — Deposit Funds using any Chain you like — Withdraw your Fund to zkSync Era
🔟 Use Multichain
Multichain is an infrastructure designed for cross-chain interactions, making it the ultimate router for web3.
▶ Use from here: app.multichain.org
That’s it! These are some verified DEXs that you can use on zkSync Era. If you want, you can also interact with other DEXs, but make sure they are verified and not suspicious platforms. Just visit their official websites to find out more.
zkSync Era will introduce more DEXs in the future. It’s not necessary to use all of them, but interacting with multiple DEXs will improve your Smart Contract Interaction criteria and confirm you as a legitimate user, not a Sybil attacker. More details about this are provided in the Important Note section below.
🔰 Task On zkSync Lite
zkSync Lite is an older version of zkSync that is no longer maintained since the launch of zkSync Era. However, we can still use it to meet the activity criteria for the Zksync Airdrop, just like how Arbitrum Nova activity criteria works for the Arbitrum Airdrop.
1️⃣ Use zkSync Lite Wallet Portal
▶ Use from here: lite.zksync.io
▶ Bridge Some ETH from Etherum Mainntet to zkSync Lite
▶ Head over to “NFTs” Section and Mint your own NFTs
2️⃣ Use ZigZag
ZigZag is a peer-to-peer, non-custodial exchange that utilizes ZK-Rollups for its order book. This protocol enables fast and secure trading for users, while keeping fees exceptionally low.
▶ Use from here: trade.zigzag.exchange
▶ Do some Trade in ZigZag Exchange
3️⃣ Use Orbiter Finance on zkSync lite
▶ Use from here: www.orbiter.finance
▶ Bridge ETH from zkSync Lite to zkSync Era
▶ Again Reverse back ETH from zkSync Era to Lite
You can perform additional tasks on zkSync Lite, and we have a detailed guide on a Medium article for it, Which you can find out from here.
🔰 Task on Testnet
zkSync has a testnet environment where developers and users can safely test their applications and transactions before deploying them on the main network. It is a crucial tool for building and testing decentralized applications (dApps) that utilize zkSync’s capabilities.
There may not be an airdrop for testnet users, but it’s still worth participating because anything can happen in crypto. Aptos gave an airdrop to their testnet users, so there’s a chance you might qualify for a small allocation in the zkSync airdrop. Plus, it’s free to use, so keep using it and don’t ignore it completely.
It’s recommended to use a new wallet for testnet activity. Don’t use the wallet you use for mainnet tasks on zkSync because testnet projects are in early stages, and there may be some protocols designed to steal your wallet’s funds.
The zkSync Testnet Guide is already available on our zkSync Lite Guide. You can find the complete testnet guide in our Medium articles, so check it out.
▶ Check Complete Testnet Guide from here: airdropsverse.medium.com
🔰 Some Extra Task
Completing these additional tasks can also help us to qualify for the airdrop and earn more token allocations. Therefore, make sure to complete the tasks listed below.
1️⃣ Donate in Gitcoin
Some of the previous airdrops from major layer 2 protocols, such as Optimism airdrop #1 in 2022, had Gitcoin donation criteria. It’s possible that zkSync’s airdrop may have similar requirements, so I recommend donating any amount to at least one project on Gitcoin using the zkSync network. If possible, donate from both Ethereum and zkSync networks.
▶ Use from here : bounties.gitcoin.co
▶ It’s very simple to donate, Login with your Github AC — — Connect Wallet — Select the Project you want to Donate by Clicking on “Add To Cart” — Go to cart — Select Coin and amount, you want to donate — Pay it using zkSync Netwrok.
If you’re new to Gitcoin, search on YouTube for “How to donate in Gitcoin grants” and follow one of the tutorials !!
2️⃣ Complete Crew3/Zealy Quest
Zealy is a platform that assists web3 communities in boosting participation and advancement by encouraging members to become contributors. zkSync also has a presence on this platform, so it may be beneficial to utilize it, as it could potentially lead to receiving airdrop token allocation.
▶Join from here: https://zealy.io/c/zksync/invite/ooMrwRyr3ORS3oNhfoE6A
▶ Complete All Available & Upcoming Quest
3️⃣ Join zkSync on Guild.xyz
Guild manages user roles in a community using factors like tokens, NFTs, whitelists, and POAPs. zkSync has a page on the platform, so it’s worth checking out and claiming any available roles.
▶ Join From here: guild.xyz
4️⃣ Buy zkSync Domains (Optional)
Perhaps holding a zkSync domain won’t be necessary for the zkSync airdrop, but it can increase engagement on zkSync platform. Historically, early domain holders have received a significant amount of airdropped tokens. For example, ENS tokens were airdropped to .ETH holders. If possible, I recommend buying and holding a zkSync domain for one year.
But the problem is that there are only two platforms offering .zk domains and neither is recognized by zkSync explorer. However, I find the “Zksync Name Service” protocol to be legitimate since it has recently integrated with SyncSwap and .zk domains are displayed on SyncSwap. Additionally, their partnerships with other reputable projects have convinced me to purchase a domain from them.
▶ Buy From here: app.zkns.domains
▶ Buy Domain from 1 year and set it to Primary
✅ Important Note
If you plan to do only a few tasks in a short time and forget about them after a few months, then this airdrop may not be suitable for you. Consistency is important because they will likely reward genuine users, not those who only participate in airdrops or attempt to cheat the system.
Did you know that out of 2.3 million addresses bridged to Arbitrum before the snapshot, only 625,143 active addresses were eligible for the airdrop? This is roughly 30% of the total number of participants.
🤷♂️ So, How can we become active and genuine users?
Read the negative criteria shown in the picture above and avoid making these mistakes as many wallets were disqualified from the airdrop in Arbitrum due to them. So, Keep this things in your minds and Prepare for zkSync Airdrop
- Avoid performing tasks like swapping, bridging or trading within just 48 hours.
- Try to interact with as many smart contracts as possible.
- Avoid withdrawing all your tokens from zkSync Era Mainnet.
- Do not transfer funds from your wallet to any other non-custodial wallet.
- Provide small amounts of liquidity across multiple Smart Contracts on different days, rather than all at once within 48 hours.
- Try to do Task with Higher Amount to get Bigger Airdrop
🏆 Targets to Achieve before Snapshot
Remember to avoid completing all tasks within 48 hours. You have plenty of time to reach the minimum targets. Plan a weekly or bi-weekly routine that suits your schedule and complete a few tasks with breaks in between. For example, on day 1; do 2–3 swaps and 4–5 bridges and then take a break for 1–2 days. On day 3; buy or sell some NFTs. On day 4; start doing only bridge tasks. Take another long break and then make some swaps or add/remove liquidity. Use your time wisely to achieve the minimum targets.
I understand that these targets may be easy for some of you, but for those with very small funds, it may be very difficult to achieve. I don’t want to force you to reach these targets because with small funds, you may have to pay high fees, so you can skip this target. However, if you can trade with larger amounts and generate more volume, please do so.
- Reach Minimum $100k Trading Volume (Buy/Sell/Swap) on zkSync Era
- Reach Minimum $25k Bridge Volume on zkSync Era
- Reach Minimum $10k Bridge Volume on zkSync Lite
- Interact with more than 50+ Smart Contract
🎉 That’s it, I believe completing these tasks is sufficient to qualify for the zkSync airdrop. If there’s anything else you’d like to add or if you have any doubts, please let me know.
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