Task Description
ApeX Protocol launched APE Season 1, a 12-week campaign linked to its $1 billion daily trading volume. The program distributes 69 million Ape Points in total, releasing 5.75 million each week. Weekly snapshots record balances, and users earn points through trading, staking, deposits, and referrals. Multipliers apply to specific actions, giving participants extra opportunities to grow their totals.
Every Action Counts
ApeX Protocol is a decentralized exchange for perpetuals and spot trading,.
Built on zkLink Nova, an aggregated Layer 3 Rollup infrastructure using zero-knowledge proofs, ApeX supports multi-chain trading across Ethereum, BNB Smart Chain, Arbitrum, Base, and Mantle. This foundation allows the exchange to deliver fast, low-cost trading while maintaining security and decentralization.
The ApeX Airdrop functions as a points-based rewards campaign tied to user activity on the platform. Across 12 weeks, the program distributes a total of 69 million Ape Points, with 5.75 million released each week. Weekly snapshots taken every Wednesday at 8:00 UTC record balances and determine ongoing allocations.
Participants earn points by trading perpetuals, staking APEX tokens, making deposits, or inviting new users through referrals. Each of these actions contributes to a cumulative score that decides final token rewards at the end of the season. To encourage deeper engagement, ApeX applies multipliers to certain activities such as Mantle deposits or long-term staking. This system ensures that both trading activity and broader ecosystem participation influence the final outcome.
Start Farming in ApeX Airdrop
Joining the ApeX Airdrop requires only a few steps:
- Fund your wallet with USDT on Ethereum, Arbitrum, Base, BNB Chain, or Mantle.
- Connect your wallet to ApeX and deposit funds into your trading account.
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Complete onboarding by creating an account (10 points), depositing $10 (5 points), transferring funds to Perps/Spot (5 points), and placing your first trade (5 points).
- Trade perpetuals to increase your points through volume.
- Stake APEX tokens or deposit via Mantle to activate multipliers.
- Invite others through referrals and earn a share of their activity.
Tiny Trades, Extra Points
The ApeX Airdrop introduces several mechanisms that allow users to increase their total point earnings.
Depositing funds through the Mantle network provides a multiplier, while staking APEX tokens for periods ranging from three to twenty-four months unlocks higher rewards. In addition, account balances play a role through a metric called “Balance Power,” which favors users who maintain larger positions on the platform.
Early participation also matters. Traders who joined before Oct. 6 receive an additional coefficient that compounds over time, giving long-term participants an advantage.
Users with prior activity on other perpetual DEXs may qualify for a “DEX Pioneer” bonus, further expanding their earning potential. Referrals add another layer, as participants collect 10% of their first-level invitees’ points and 5% from second-level invitees. Because these boosters reset weekly, consistent activity and a strategic mix of trading, staking, and referrals often produce the strongest results.
As with many trading-focused campaigns, the ApeX Airdrop shows how projects are using points to reward activity before token allocations. Check out our list of airdrops to discover where else you can earn.
FAQ
How long does the ApeX Airdrop run?
APE Season 1 runs for 12 weeks, with distributions every Wednesday at 8:00 UTC.
Do I need APEX tokens to join?
No, but staking APEX tokens gives higher multipliers.
When will tokens be distributed?
ApeX will distribute tokens at the end of Season 1. The conversion ratio from points to tokens has not been announced.
Which networks are supported?
Ethereum, Arbitrum, Base, BNB Chain, and Mantle. Mantle deposits carry additional rewards.
What risks are involved?
Trading perpetuals carries leverage risks. Users should size positions carefully and understand the potential for both gains and losses.
