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# FAQ

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<summary>❓ What is Aura?</summary>

Aura is a decentralized reputation and social challenge platform where users **learn**, **compete**, **earn**, and **build influence** through **community support**, not project-funded incentives. Think of it as a Web3-native Twitch meets Duolingo - where your learning, credibility, and support from others drive your rewards.

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<summary>🔄 How is Aura different from other Web3 incentive platforms?</summary>

Unlike traditional Web3 models that rely on token drops or giveaways, Aura enables a **community-funded loop**. Support doesn’t come from project treasuries but from other users through a token called **Steeze**, creating a more sustainable, people-powered economy.

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<summary>💸 What is Steeze?</summary>

**Steeze** is Aura’s non-tradable, non-transferable cultural currency.

* Users **purchase Steeze with ETH** (on Base Sepolia testnet).
* They **gift Steeze to others** during challenges to show support.
* **Only the recipient** can **redeem Steeze for ETH**.
* Steeze promotes **community engagement** and replaces project-funded rewards.

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<summary>🧠 What is the role of education in Aura?</summary>

Aura is built around a **learning-first model**. Users:

* Complete **AI-powered educational modules** on Web3 topics like DeFi, NFTs, and governance.
* Gain **Aura Points** for verified learning.
* Progress through levels based on daily participation.

Aura believes that **knowledge = influence** in the new Web3 economy.

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<summary>🎮 What are Aura Challenges?</summary>

A**ura Challenges** are gamified social competitions where users:

* Compete in challenges
* Invite friends or go head-to-head
* Earn **Aura Points** and **Steeze**
* Climb the global leaderboard

Future updates will include **livestreaming** and **creator-hosted battles**.

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<summary>🪙 What are Aura Points?</summary>

Aura Points are the backbone of your identity on the platform. They're earned by:

* Completing educational modules
* Winning Aura challenges
* Engaging in verified on-chain tasks
* Getting **vouched** by others

Points determine your rank, unlock benefits, and build your **on-chain reputation**.

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<summary>🧱 What are Aura Levels?</summary>

Your **Aura Level** depends on your daily learning streak. Levels affect your **vouching power**:

* **Clout Chaser** (0 days): No multiplier
* **Attention Seeker** (5 days): 1.3x
* **Dedicated** (10 days): 1.5x
* **Grinder** (15 days): 2x
* **Aura Vader** (30 days): 3x

Maintain your streak to climb faster and gain more influence.

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<summary>👥 What is vouching?</summary>

**Vouching** is how users publicly validate each other’s credibility:

* Each user can vouch for another **once**, using **ETH**
* Vouches give **Aura Points** to the recipient
* Higher-level users give **stronger vouches**
* Vouches help establish a **transparent, trust-based reputation trail**

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<summary>🎯 What is Aura’s long-term vision?</summary>

Aura envisions a future where users grow not just in wealth, but in **wisdom, reputation, and authentic connection**. In this new economy:

* **Knowledge earns respect**
* **Support earns rewards**
* **Reputation becomes currency**

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