The PAWS airdrop made waves in the crypto world on March 18, when the token officially launched. Since then, many have been asking: is the token distribution complete? Here’s what we know.
What’s PAWS Airdrop All About?
PAWS started as a Telegram Mini App that exploded in popularity. Over 85 million users earned PAWS Points by completing simple tasks like joining groups, following channels, and inviting friends. Those points were converted into PAWS tokens during the Token Generation Event.
PAWS runs on the TON blockchain. However, when Telegram required Mini Apps to operate exclusively on TON, PAWS made a strategic switch to Solana. This move allowed PAWS to tap into Solana’s robust ecosystem and expand its reach.
Within just two days of integrating the Phantom Wallet, PAWS drove over 9 million new downloads, pushing Phantom to the top of the App Store charts worldwide. This success speaks volumes about PAWS’ organic growth and strong community engagement.
The Airdrop and Listing Timeline
Here’s how the rollout unfolded:
The snapshot took place on Dec. 30, 2024, locking in eligible users.
The airdrop went live on March 18, 2025, letting qualified users claim their tokens.
Trading launched the same day on both decentralized and centralized exchanges.
Bitget opened pre-market trading on March 10, 2025, with the PAWS/USDT pair.
If you used the PAWS app and connected a TON-compatible wallet before the snapshot, you qualified.
Tokenomics — Who Gets What?
PAWS minted 100 billion tokens with a clear focus on rewarding users:
62.5% reserved for PAWS app users, both current and future.
7.5% allocated to Solana OG communities.
The remainder supports ecosystem growth, partnerships, and liquidity.
The community-centric tokenomics helped PAWS NFTs become a hot commodity. Over 165,000 PAWS voucher trades took place on Solana’s Magic Eden before the token launch, showing strong early activity.
Distribution Done: What’s Next?
The main airdrop tied to the December snapshot is complete. Tokens went out on March 18, and all eligible users have received their PAWS. The initial distribution phase is now closed.
PAWS is evolving beyond its meme roots. After moving to Solana, the project plans to add DeFi features, build gaming partnerships, and expand NFT opportunities. PAWS aims to grow into a full crypto ecosystem, moving past its viral beginnings.
