A POAP or Proof of Attendance Protocol

A POAP or Proof of Attendance Protocol refers to non-fungible tokens (NFTs) that prove a person has attended a certain event. Basically, these are badges that are supported by a cryptographic record and are sent to a person’s wallet as a reward for participating in certain activities.

Proof of Attendance Protocol NFTs are minted via smart contracts on the Ethereum xDAi sidechain over the ERC-721 protocol. Each POAP is represented as a token (badge) that has a unique serial number. So when a person attends the event, this creates an attendance record with a timestamp recorded via a smart contract. POAP NFTs are required to be minted under a POAP smart contract address and have an image associated with the Protocol.

POAPs can be distributed in both digital and physical formats. Digital distribution requires participants to connect their crypto wallets and claim their badges according to what’s determined at the event. When it comes to physical distribution, the most common method is through a QR code. An event organizer can encourage attendees to download a POAP wallet and scan the QR code to get the badge.

POAP Paint Parties are online parties where participants paint using the Zoom platform and receive a unique POAP badge for their presence.
To participate in the POAP Paint Party, you must register on the specified platform and join the party at the time it is taking place. After the party ends, participants will receive a unique POAP token on their Ethereum wallet.