Tokenize Your Feed, Unlock Utility
Convert engagement signals into on-chain access, governance, and programmable features. Every like, comment, share, and post earns points that can be tokenized, giving you true ownership of your engagement and content.
This page explains tokenization as a concept. For member-specific details, see Membership page. For project-specific details, see Projects page. For the global liquidity model, see Liquidity page.
What is Tokenization?
Tokenization is the process of converting your engagement and content into digital tokens that represent participation and access rights. On 3Echo, this means turning the points you earn from your social activity into tokens that you own and control.
These tokens represent your participation in the platform, your feed's engagement, and your community's activity. They can be used for governance, access to exclusive features, or transferability where supported. All while maintaining the simple, familiar experience of a social media platform.
Important: Informational only. Tokens are designed for utility, access, and governance — not as investment instruments. Transferability and swap functionality may be limited, delayed, or unavailable under protocol rules (including during Phase 1). No secondary market, liquidity availability (including continuous liquidity), or price is guaranteed.
100% Community-Owned Tokens
No Team Tokens. No Preminted Supply. No Hidden Allocations. Chain-Fi Labs operates as a revenue-based company, earning through our 20% platform margin on revenue - not through token holdings. 100% of all tokens minted go directly to the community. For detailed information, see the Liquidity page.
The 3-Phase Token Journey
3Echo uses a unique 3-phase model designed for sustainable participation mechanics, not speculation:
Phase 1: Building (Months 1-12)
Progressive Issuance Through Permanent Locking
- 10% of tokens locked permanently each month
- Locked tokens reduce available supply
- Conversion rate adjusts each month due to supply reduction
- 10% fewer tokens minted each month for same liquidity amount
- All distributed tokens are locked (transfers are disabled during Phase 1)
- The protocol accumulates liquidity according to liquidity/treasury mechanics (see Liquidity)
- Earlier months may result in different token quantities due to the issuance schedule
How the lock mechanism works: Each month, 10% of minted tokens are permanently removed from circulation. This reduces supply, which changes the issuance schedule for the next month. This is a protocol parameter, not a guarantee of value or returns.
Why? Progressive issuance schedule encourages early participation and commitment. Tokens remain locked while utility features roll out.
Phase 2: Release (Months 13-18)
Controlled Unlock
- 50% of tokens unlock immediately
- 50% vest over 6 months
- Unlock process begins according to protocol rules
Why? Vesting smooths the unlock process and reduces abrupt supply changes. Liquidity/treasury mechanics from Phase 1 are used in the unlock process according to protocol rules.
Phase 3: Growth (Months 19+)
Sustainable Economy
- 60% issuance / 30% liquidity operations / 10% lock mechanism
- Balanced issuance + liquidity flows + supply reduction
- Protocol parameters may evolve based on usage and governance decisions
- Long-term utility focus
Why? The 60/30/10 split creates balanced issuance and liquidity mechanics. Liquidity operations may include buys/sells for liquidity management, subject to protocol rules. This is a protocol operation; no price outcome is intended or guaranteed. Focus on utility and participation, not speculation.
Key Difference: Most tokens launch with immediate trading and minimal liquidity. 3Echo accumulates liquidity according to protocol rules before transferability may become available, with progressive issuance schedule that reflects participation timing, not speculation.
Issuance Schedule: As the 10% permanent lock reduces supply each month, the conversion rate adjusts monthly. This is a protocol parameter that changes the issuance schedule, not a guarantee of value or returns.
Technical Appendix: Illustrative Issuance Example
Illustrative Example Only: If Month 1 participants receive 100 tokens from their contribution, Month 6 participants may receive ~62 tokens, and Month 12 participants may receive ~35 tokens for the same contribution amount.Numbers may change. Not a guarantee. This example illustrates relative issuance under one parameter set; it does not imply economic benefit. This is driven by the protocol parameters for token locking and issuance.
How It Works
Earn Points from Engagement
Every action you take on 3Echo earns points: creating posts, liking content, commenting, sharing, and viewing posts. The more you engage authentically, the more points you accumulate.
Points Accumulate & Convert to Tokens Monthly
All your earned points are tracked and stored in your personal treasury. Each month, points are converted to tokens and distributed to users based on their contributions and engagement. During the buildup phase (Months 1-12), you accumulate tokens but they remain locked while utility features roll out.
Monthly Token Distribution (Phase-Dependent)
During buildup (Months 1-12): Each month, your membership (80% of subscription) flows into the liquidity pool and tokens are minted. Conversion rate adjusts 10% per month, so earlier participants may receive different token quantities. Your tokens split 50/50:
- 50% → Your personal treasury - Your own tokens that you control
- 50% → Global reward pool - Contributes to the ecosystem monthly reward pool
Once the tokenization milestone is reached (see Roadmap), you can immediately convert points to tokens, tokenize your feed, and use tokens to boost your posts - even during the buildup phase. However, transfers are disabled until Month 13 when the unlock phase begins. You also receive rewards from the global reward pool based on your engagement across the platform.
After release (Month 13+): Your accumulated tokens unlock gradually (50% immediate, 50% vesting over 6 months). You can use tokens for feature access and governance. Transferability is optional and not guaranteed.
Chain-Fi Makes It Possible
Chain-Fi enables secure, seamless interaction between your user account and tokenized features.Without Chain-Fi, tokenization would require you to manage wallets, pay gas fees, and understand complex blockchain technology. With Chain-Fi, all of this complexity is handled behind the scenes.
When you tokenize your points or feed, Chain-Fi:
- Securely links your 3Echo account to your non-custodial wallet
- Handles all blockchain transactions without requiring gas fees from you
- Provides 2FA verification through the Chain-Fi mobile app for high-value operations
- Maintains full security and compliance while keeping the experience simple
You get all the benefits of Web3 tokenization with none of the complexity. Chain-Fi bridges the gap between traditional user accounts and blockchain-based utility and participation.
Phased Rollout & Availability
3Echo launches features progressively based on community growth milestones. The point system is available now, while tokenization, liquidity pools, and governance unlock as the community reaches certain thresholds. This ensures sustainable economics and protects early users.
For detailed information about the phased rollout, milestone criteria, feature timeline, and getting started guide, see our comprehensive Roadmap page.
Tokenization Progression by Tier
As your membership tier grows, more tokenization options unlock. Start simple and grow into advanced features as you scale.
Free Tier
0.5x participation weight
Basic engagement and point accumulation. Explore the platform and understand the ecosystem.
Basic Tier
1.0x participation weight
Standard engagement. Can follow tokenized feeds and participate in the community.
Paid Tier
1.5x participation weight
Enhanced engagement. Can create tokenized feed, boost posts, and create tokenized tasks. Full access to tokenization features.
Enterprise Tier
2.0x participation weight
Maximum engagement. Full tokenization suite, API access, priority support, and advanced features for brands and organizations.
Note: Participation weight applies to feature weighting for points distribution and feature limits, not guaranteed monetary value.
This progressive unlocking means you can start with Basic tier to test the waters, then upgrade to Paid or Enterprise as your needs grow. The path is straightforward and clear.
Feed Tokenization
Creators can tokenize their entire feed, turning their social presence into a programmable, on-chain asset. Unlike traditional social tokens that launch with minimal liquidity and immediate trading, feed tokens follow the same phased rollout and liquidity mechanics described above, designed to prioritize utility and controlled unlock conditions over immediate secondary trading.
Important: All tokens are community-owned. The Chain-Fi Labs team holds zero tokens and receives zero token allocation. We operate as a revenue-based company through the 20% platform margin. 100% of tokens go to creators, followers, and the ecosystem.
When you tokenize your feed:
- Your feed becomes a tokenized community with its own economy
- Followers can earn or purchase tokens tied to your feed
- Token holders get access to exclusive content and features
- You maintain full control through Chain-Fi's secure infrastructure
- All interactions are transparent and auditable on-chain
- Liquidity pools enable redistribution based on performance (learn more)
Feed tokenization transforms your social media presence into a programmable community primitive that you own and control. As your community grows and engages, utility increases as features and participation grow, supported by liquidity/treasury mechanics (see Liquidity). For projects and enterprises, learn how to tokenize your community without building infrastructure.
The Future of Tokenization
Tokenization on 3Echo is continuously evolving. As we add new layers to showcase Chain-Fi's capabilities, you'll see increasingly sophisticated ways to tokenize your presence:
Tokenized Tasks
Create tasks that reward specific engagement, attracting people to your content and building community around targeted actions.
Community Tokenization
Tokenize entire communities with governance and value distribution, powered by Chain-Fi's ecosystem.
Governance Programs
Point-weighted voting and reputation-weighted voting for community-driven decision making. All governance is secured through Chain-Fi's infrastructure. See the Governance page for detailed information.
API Integration
Enterprise tier includes API access for integrating 3Echo feeds into your own platforms and applications.
The platform is designed to grow with Chain-Fi's capabilities, continuously adding new ways to activate utility and enable access models for your social presence. This is not a test, it's a living demonstration of how easy Web3 development will be in the future.
Tokenization
Engagement signals, converted into utility.
