Optimism

What is Optimism?

Optimism is a Layer 2 scaling solution built on Ethereum that enhances transaction speed and reduces fees. By processing transactions off-chain while storing data on Ethereum’s mainnet, Optimism maintains security while improving network performance. The network is part of the larger Superchain ecosystem, which connects multiple Layer 2 solutions to expand Ethereum’s capabilities.

Optimism Airdrop Details

Optimism has launched its fifth airdrop, distributing 10 million OP tokens to over 54,000 eligible addresses. This airdrop is part of Optimism’s broader token distribution strategy, which has reserved 550 million OP tokens for future community airdrops, making continued platform engagement valuable for users.

The eligibility snapshot for Airdrop 5 was taken on September 15, 2024. Users can interact with the ecosystem for future phases of the airdrops.

Step-by-Step Guide:

Latest Update: Optimism Launches SuperStacks Campaign

Optimism has launched the SuperStacks campaign, a new initiative aimed at incentivizing users to provide liquidity across DeFi pools on the Superchain ecosystem.

Campaign Timeline

  • Start Date: April 16, 2025
  • End Date: June 30, 2025

Participation Requirements

To participate in the SuperStacks campaign, users need to:

  1. Visit the official campaign page
  2. Connect their wallet to the platform
  3. Provide liquidity to eligible DeFi pools on the Superchain
  4. Prove that you are a Superchain OG and share it on Twitter to win boosted rewards.

Reward System

Participants can earn XP (experience points) based on several factors:

  • The amount of liquidity provided to eligible pools
  • Duration of liquidity provision (longer staking periods earn more XP)
  • Additional surprise factors that will be revealed throughout the campaign

Users can track their progress and XP accumulation directly on the SuperStacks dashboard after connecting their wallet.

Optimism Launches Futarchy Experiment with OP Rewards (Expired)

Optimism has introduced a new Futarchy experiment that offers OP token rewards for participants. This three-week program allows users to forecast grant application outcomes for potential rewards.

Timeline

  • Start Date: February 27, 2025
  • Duration: 3 weeks

Experiment Details

  • Participants will use play money to forecast which grant applications will generate the most impact
  • Impact will be measured by increases in Total Value Locked (TVL)
  • Measurement period: Throughout Optimism’s Season 7
  • Top forecasters will be eligible for OP token rewards
  • Successful participants will be featured on a public leaderboard

How to Join

  1. Visit the official sign-up page
  2. Complete the registration process
  3. Begin forecasting once the experiment opens

New Opportunities: Superchain Activities

To increase your chances for future airdrops, participate in the new Superchain initiative:

  1. Visit Superchain Eco Website
  2. Connect your wallet
  3. Create your character
  4. Claim new available badges

Tips to Maximize Your Chances for Future Airdrops

  1. Interact regularly with various protocols on Optimism
  2. Participate in governance activities
  3. Complete quests and challenges when available
  4. Explore different aspects of the Superchain ecosystem
  5. Maintain consistent activity on the network

Step-by-Step Guide for Airdrop 5

  1. Visit the Optimism airdrop 5 claim page
  2. Connect your Optimism wallet
  3. If you’re eligible, then you will be able to claim free OP tokens

Eligibility Criteria for Airdrop 5

  • Superchain Power User: Users who interacted with 20+ unique contracts on the Superchain between March 15, 2024, and September 15, 2024
  • Additional multipliers:
    • Active delegation participation
    • Frequent platform usage
    • Superchain exploration
    • Quest completion

Previous Optimism Airdrops

Optimism has conducted several successful airdrops:

  • Airdrop 1 (May 2022): 200M OP to 250,000 addresses
  • Airdrop 2 (January 2023): 11.7M OP to 307,965 addresses
  • Airdrop 3 (September 2023): 19.4M OP to 31,870 addresses
  • Airdrop 4: 10.3M OP to 22,998 addresses

Frequently Asked Questions

When was the snapshot taken for Airdrop 5?

The eligibility snapshot was taken on September 15, 2024.

How many tokens are being distributed?

10 million OP tokens are being distributed to more than 54,000 eligible addresses.

Will there be future airdrops?

Yes, Optimism has reserved 550 million OP tokens for future airdrops.

How can I qualify for future airdrops?

Stay active on the Optimism network by:

  • Interacting with different protocols
  • Participating in governance
  • Using the network regularly
  • Exploring Superchain features
  • Completing available quests

Remember to stay active on Optimism and the broader Superchain ecosystem to increase your chances of qualifying for future airdrops. With 550 million OP tokens reserved for future distributions, continued engagement with the platform could lead to more airdrop opportunities.

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Tokens per Claim

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Max. Participants

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Show all expired airdrops
Previous Airdrops:
Optimism Airdrop October 2021
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Optimism doesn’t have a token yet and could potentially have one in the future. There’s speculation that they may do an airdrop to users who’ve used their bridge.

Step-by-Step Guide:
  1. Visit the Optimism gateway page.
  2. Connect your ETH wallet.
  3. Now enter the amount you want to transfer from mainnet to Optimism.
  4. Now approve the transaction.
  5. Also try to make a trade on Uniswap through Optimism.
  6. You can combine this speculative airdrop with other speculative retroactive airdrops by using Hop Protocol to transfer assets from Optimism Layer 2 back to ETH Mainnet or directly hop to the next speculative retroactive airdrop by withdrawing it to Arbitrum using Hop Protocol. This way you could maybe become eligible for three potential airdrops at once, Arbitrum, Optimism and Hope Protocol. By using Hop Protocol your withdrawals will also be sent instantly, native withdrawals via Optimism gateway takes around one week. You can find out more about Optimism withdrawals from here.
  7. There is a rumor that users who’ve used their bridge functionality will get an airdrop if they introduce their own token.
  8. Please note that there is no guarantee that they will do an airdrop and that they will launch their own token. It’s only speculation.

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