Zora Community Retrogrant

We are redistributing 300,000 OP tokens from our RPGF Round 4 grant back to our community. The retrogrant is split evenly among three categories of users who have contributed to the Zora ecosystem: creators, collectors, and builders. Each category is allocated 100,000 OP tokens.

• July 17, 2024: We announced our initial plan to redistribute our OP RPGF4 grant (View X/Twitter post)

• October 23, 2024: We updated our community about rescheduling the retrogrant to early December 2024 due to ongoing grant processing (View X/Twitter post)

• December 16, 2024: Zora announced the Community Retrogrant claim page is live at op.zora.co (View X/Twitter post)

Eligibility for the retrogrant is based on a weighted scoring system that evaluates your engagement and contributions between 1 November 2023 - 1 June 2024 across key factors tailored to collectors, creators and builders:

For Collectors

• Unique editions minted (40%)

• Distinct days of activity (40%)

• Mint volume (20%) **Measures the number of mints across all editions.

For Creators

• Unique editions created (40%)

• Days of creation activity (20%)

• Referrals (25%) **The number of active creators that you have invited to Zora

• Distinct collectors (15%)

For Builders

• Number of mints that your Zora client has facilitated

IMPORTANT: Once you complete the verification process, your tokens will be immediately available for claiming. If you have a Privy embedded wallet, follow the instructions in the "Exporting Your Privy Wallet:" of this article to access your claimed tokens.

To claim your retrogrant, please ensure your wallet has enough ETH on OP Mainnet to pay for the gas fees associated with claiming.

1. Visit op.zora.co

2. Connect your wallet

Note: If you log in with your wallet but don’t have an email associated with it, you will be required to enter your email

3. Sign a message to verify that you own the wallet

4. Check eligibility and allocated OP amount

5. Complete the verification process secured by Persona

6. Claim your tokens

If you created your Zora account with an email address (a Privy embedded wallet), you can claim your retrogrant at op.zora.co using your email. However, to manage your claimed OP—like sending or swapping them—you'll need to first export your private key and then import it into a Web3 wallet.

You can learn how to export and import your wallet following this guide:

**Important Note:** Never share your private key with anyone. Please keep it safe and secure. Neither Zora nor our support team will ever request your private key.

1. Visit zora.co and sign in to your Zora account.

2. Click on your profile icon located at the top right corner.

3. Select “Settings” from the dropdown menu.

4. Scroll down to “Connected wallet address” and click “Export” to export your wallet.

5. Copy your private key by clicking on “Copy Key.”

6. Please make sure to store your private key securely in a safe location.

7. Please don't share this private key with anyone.

Now, you can import your private key into a wallet application. For this example, we’ll use Rainbow on a desktop browser.

**Important Note**: Never share your private key with anyone. Please keep it safe and secure. Neither Zora nor our support team will ever request your private key.

You can import your private key into several popular wallet applications. For this example below, we will use Rainbow Wallet on a desktop browser.

1. Visit rainbow.me and click on “Download Rainbow Extension.”

2. Select the browser type you’re currently using from the dropdown menu.

3. Install the browser extension.

4. On the new window, click “Import of connect a wallet.”

5. Select “Import with a Secret Recovery Phrase or Private Key.”

6. Choose “Import from a Private Key” and paste your private key into the provided text box.

7. Click on “Import wallet.

8. Set a password for your wallet application.

Once you’ve successfully imported your wallet into Rainbow, you can claim your OP tokens.

You can do the same with other wallets like Metamask or Coinbase Wallet:

Metamask: Follow Metamask's guide on importing an account

Coinbase Wallet: Learn how to import your wallet using Coinbase Wallet's official documentation

Important Note: Remember to keep your private key secure and never share it with anyone. Neither Zora nor our support team will ever request your private key.

Persona is our identity verification partner, ensuring secure and compliant distributions. They handle all personal information with industry-standard security measures and strict privacy guidelines. The information you provide through the Persona process is used solely for verification purposes. 

Zora and its service providers are committed to keeping your personal data private.

The verification process through Persona helps us:

• Ensure compliant and secure distribution of the retrogrant

• Prevent duplicate claims

• Meet regulatory requirements

• Protect the integrity of the distribution process

To complete the verification process through Persona, you will need to provide:

• Legal name

• Age verification

• Government ID

• Location information

• Tax information (applicable to both US and non-US residents)

Participation in this retrogrant may have tax implications depending on your jurisdiction. The receipt, holding, or sale of tokens could be considered taxable events under applicable laws. It is your responsibility to understand and comply with your local tax regulations.

We strongly encourage you to consult a qualified tax professional or legal advisor to assess any potential tax obligations or liabilities related to this redistribution. Neither Zora nor its affiliates provide tax, legal, or financial advice.

By participating, you acknowledge that you are responsible for any taxes, fees, or reporting obligations arising from this redistribution.

How long does verification take?

• Verification is typically immediate once you've provided all required information correctly.

What happens after verification?

• Once verified, you can immediately claim your tokens if you're eligible for the distribution.

What happens if my verification is unsuccessful?

• If your verification is unsuccessful, please reach out to our support team.

How do I know if I'm eligible?

• Eligibility is determined based on your activity within the Zora ecosystem. Connect your wallet at op.zora.co to check your eligibility.

Is there a claim window?

• Yes, eligible retrogrants must be claimed by March 16, 2025. After this date, all unclaimed retrogrants will become unavailable.

Why do I need to verify my identity?

• Identity verification helps ensure a fair and compliant distribution process while meeting regulatory requirements. This process helps prevent duplicate claims and ensures tokens are distributed to legitimate community members.

What happens to my verification data?

• All personal information collected during the verification process is handled directly by Persona and is subject to their privacy and data protection policies. This information is used solely to verify your identity for the community retrogrant.

If you would like more help, don't hesitate to contact our support team via our help centre at support.zora.co or email us at support@ourzora.com.