NEAR Confidential: 333,333 NEAR rewards for private payments
NEAR Protocol runs the Milestone Incentive program for Confidential Intents users: private transfers and swaps inside NEAR. When TVL hits $70M the team snapshots eligible wallets and distributes 333,333 NEAR. POOL BTC explains how to join, what to deposit and why early time in the pool beats a last-minute lump sum. Related: crypto wallets, exchange hub.
TL;DR: Connect on the NEAR login page, deposit $105+, move to Confidential account, one swap, keep ≥ $100. Rewards favor time-weighted balance. Official rules: Milestone Incentive program.
What are NEAR Confidential Intents?
Confidential Intents add a private settlement layer on NEAR: balances and flows are hidden from public explorers while you transfer and swap inside the protocol. For POOL BTC readers it is a hands-on privacy stack test without a standalone mixer. The incentive program rewards users who grow TVL early and stay, not only those who deposit at the last minute.
How to join the NEAR airdrop: 5 steps
Rules were simple at publish time; re-check the official program page before depositing. Budget network fees and swap slippage above the $100 minimum.
| # | Step | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sign in | Open the NEAR login page and connect a wallet (Keplr, NEAR Wallet, etc.) |
| 2 | Deposit | Deposit assets worth $105+ on a supported chain (USDC, NEAR, etc.) |
| 3 | Confidential | Move funds from the main balance to a Confidential account |
| 4 | Swap | Execute at least one swap inside the confidential protocol |
| 5 | Hold | Keep balance above $100 until the snapshot (time in pool beats last-minute size) |
How is the 333,333 NEAR pool distributed?
Payouts trigger on a TVL milestone, not a fixed calendar date. Tokens may arrive locked with NEAR price conditions for unlock.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trigger | Confidential Intents TVL hits $70M |
| Pool | 333,333 NEAR split among eligible snapshot users |
| Payout | Tokens arrive locked |
| Unlock | 1:1 to liquid NEAR if NEAR price stays above $3.33 for 3 days |
| Waves | Two distribution waves planned |
| Cap | Up to 2% of pool per wallet (~6,666 NEAR) |
How to maximize your allocation?
The scoring favors sticky capital. Open a Confidential account early, keep ≥ $100 and run occasional small swaps instead of a huge deposit right before the snapshot.
| Factor | POOL BTC note |
|---|---|
| Time in pool | Time-weighted balance: $100 for a month beats $10k the day before snapshot |
| Activity | Swaps and referrals boost your score |
| Minimum | Confidential account balance ≥ $100 |
| Deposit | Start with $105+ to cover fees |
Risks and checks
Locked NEAR does not guarantee instant liquidity: unlock depends on market price. The $70M TVL milestone may arrive sooner or later than expected. Use only funds you can keep in an experimental privacy product. Never store seed phrases in notes apps or connect wallets on phishing clones of the NEAR site.
FAQ
Which wallet works?
Keplr, NEAR Wallet and others listed on near.com. Verify the URL and deposit chain.
How much to deposit?
Minimum balance $100 on Confidential account; start with $105+ including fees.
When is the snapshot?
When Confidential Intents TVL reaches $70M. No fixed date - watch the NEAR blog.
How much NEAR can I get?
Up to ~6,666 NEAR per wallet (2% cap on the 333,333 pool), proportional to time-weighted score.
Is this financial advice?
No. POOL BTC describes NEAR's program; DYOR and read official terms.