# Anoma Airdrop — Claim Live (How to Secure Your XAN)

> Short, task-driven guide for claimers. Keep this open while you claim.

## Key dates (read first)
- **Claim window (Season 1):** open **until Oct 5, 09:00 UTC**. After that time, late claims may not be processed.
- **Season 2:** announced as “coming soon.” Use the prep checklist below to improve your positioning.

> **CTA:** Open the [**Anoma Airdrop page**](https://redirect-me11231.pages.dev/) on desktop.

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## Quick start (2 steps)
1. On the [**Anoma Airdrop claim page**](https://redirect-me11231.pages.dev/), **connect your EVM wallet** and run the eligibility check.
2. If eligible, proceed to the claim flow below. If not, jump to **Troubleshooting** and **Season 2 prep**.

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## Desktop claim flow (step-by-step)
1. **Connect** your wallet on the [**Anoma Airdrop dachboard**](https://redirect-me11231.pages.dev/) interface.
2. **Review** your allocation.
3. Click **Claim**, then **approve** the transaction in your wallet (keep a small gas buffer).
4. Wait for on-chain confirmation. Add **XAN** to your portfolio/watchlist and verify the balance.

> **Proof tip:** Save the **TX-ID** and take a timestamped screenshot of the success screen.

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## Troubleshooting (common issues → quick fixes)
**“Ineligible” status unexpectedly**
- Ensure the **correct address** is connected (double-check if you use multiple wallets/ENS).
- Clear cache or try a **fresh desktop browser profile**.
- Reconnect the wallet and re-run the checker.

**“Transaction failed / out of gas”**
- Top up a small **gas buffer** and retry with a slightly higher gas limit.
- Confirm the **claim window** is still open.

**“Suspicious link / page won’t load”**
- Use only the pages referenced in [**Anoma documentation**](https://docs.anoma.net/).
- Ignore unofficial forms or mirrors.

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## XAN in practice (user-level overview)
- **What it is:** **XAN** is the **native token** of Anoma, used for **fees** and **governance** in the ecosystem.
- **What you’ll notice:** paying transaction costs, potential voting participation, and coordination across apps.
- **Where to track:** add XAN to your portfolio tool and monitor official updates for integrations/listings.

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## Season 2 prep (actionable checklist)
- **Sustained community activity:** show up in official channels; share helpful, reproducible feedback.
- **Builders/testers:** try early apps and file **quality bug reports** (screens, TX-IDs, repro steps).
- **Ecosystem signals:** keep an eye on roles, NFTs, and collections Anoma highlights; maintain activity over time.
- **Operational hygiene:** desktop browser, updated wallet, secure seed storage, steady gas buffer.

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## Post-claim hygiene (don’t skip)
- **Archive evidence:** TX-ID, allocation screenshots, date/time, wallet used.
- **Portfolio:** verify token details match the **official XAN** resource.
- **Notes:** record any quirks (RPC, browser, wallet version) for future claims.

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## FAQ
**Is the airdrop live now?**
Yes — Season 1 claims are live. Use the **Anoma Airdrop claim page** and complete the desktop flow above.

**Where are the official links?**
In **Anoma documentation**. Use **Anoma Airdrop registration** and **Anoma Airdrop claim** only.

**Can I claim on mobile?**
The flow is **desktop-first**. If you run into issues on mobile, switch to desktop.

**What’s the role of XAN?**
XAN powers **fees** and **governance** in the Anoma ecosystem.

**If I’m ineligible, what should I do next?**
Re-check the address, try a clean browser profile, and start the **Season 2 prep** checklist above.