Earning ViewCred
ViewCred is earned through consistent, positive contributions to the ViewFT ecosystem. There are no shortcuts — only sustained quality.Actions That Build ViewCred
For Creators
- Publishing original content that receives positive engagement (+2-5 ViewCred per quality post)
- Content accuracy — articles that pass through verification without disputes (+3 ViewCred bonus)
- Consistent publishing cadence — regular contributors earn a streak bonus (+1 ViewCred/week for active weeks)
- Community citations — when other creators reference your work as a source (+2 ViewCred per citation)
For Viewers
- Accurate flagging — flagging content that is later confirmed misleading (+3 ViewCred per confirmed flag)
- Quality comments — thoughtful engagement that adds value to discussions (+1 ViewCred per upvoted comment)
- Successful referrals — bringing new contributors who maintain good standing (+2 ViewCred per active referral)
- Curation accuracy — sharing content that proves accurate and valuable (+1 ViewCred per quality share)
ViewCred Decay
ViewCred decays slowly if you’re inactive — this prevents abandoned accounts from holding permanent authority.- Active users: No decay
- Inactive 30+ days: -1 ViewCred per week
- Inactive 90+ days: -3 ViewCred per week
Time to Build
Reaching each tier requires sustained effort:| Tier | Estimated Time | Behavior Required |
|---|---|---|
| Contributor (200) | ~2-3 months | Regular posting, positive engagement |
| Trusted Voice (400) | ~6-9 months | Consistent quality, zero slashing incidents |
| Authority (600) | ~12-18 months | Established track record, community recognition |
| Oracle (800) | ~24+ months | Exceptional, sustained credibility |
Real-World Examples
Example 1: The Consistent Reporter Sarah publishes 3 well-sourced articles per week about DeFi markets. After 3 months of consistent, accurate reporting, her ViewCred reaches Contributor level (200+). Her articles now reach 2x the audience of a New-level creator. One of her articles is cited by 5 other creators, earning her +10 additional ViewCred from citations. Example 2: The Sharp-Eyed Curator James doesn’t write articles — he reads and curates. He flags a viral post about a fake partnership announcement. The Three-Layer Verification confirms the content is fabricated. James earns +5 View Points and +3 ViewCred for the accurate flag. Over 6 months of consistent, accurate curation, his ViewCred reaches Trusted Voice level — purely from viewing and moderating, never publishing. Example 3: The Fallen Authority Alex built a ViewCred of 650 (Authority tier) over 14 months of quality journalism. Under pressure to break a story first, Alex publishes unverified acquisition rumors that turn out to be false. The Three-Layer Verification triggers, and Alex loses -120 ViewCred (Authority-level penalty). It takes Alex 4+ months of consistent quality work to recover. The lesson: higher ViewCred means higher responsibility.What Doesn’t Build ViewCred
To be clear, these actions do NOT increase your ViewCred:- Posting frequently without quality (quantity ≠ credibility)
- Getting high engagement on sensational but unverified content
- Purchasing or staking $VIEW tokens
- Having many followers or referrals (popularity ≠ credibility)
- Gaming the system with multiple accounts (detected and penalized)