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Basic Attention Token FAQ

What is Basic Attention Token (BAT)?

Basic Attention Token (BAT) is a cryptocurrency that powers the Brave Browser's advertising ecosystem. It allows users to earn tokens for viewing privacy-preserving ads and enables advertisers to reach real audiences without invasive tracking. Publishers also receive BAT as compensation for quality content that retains user attention.

Who created Basic Attention Token?

BAT was co-founded by Brendan Eich (creator of JavaScript and co-founder of Mozilla Firefox) and Brian Bondy (former Mozilla and Khan Academy developer). They launched the Brave Browser in 2016 and introduced BAT in 2017 as a way to redefine how online advertising rewards users and content creators.

How does Basic Attention Token work?

The BAT ecosystem operates within the Brave Browser. Advertisers purchase ad space with BAT, users opt in to view ads and earn a share of the ad revenue, and publishers are rewarded based on engagement. The process is powered by blockchain technology, ensuring transparency and privacy for all participants.

What problem does BAT solve?

BAT addresses inefficiencies and privacy issues in digital advertising. Traditional online ads often rely on tracking and middlemen, leading to wasted budgets and user data exploitation. BAT eliminates these intermediaries, rewards genuine user engagement, and protects privacy through Brave's built-in ad and tracker blocking.

What is the connection between BAT and the Brave Browser?

BAT is the native token of the Brave Browser ecosystem. Brave uses BAT to reward users for viewing ads, pay publishers for content engagement, and facilitate tipping between users and creators. This integration creates a closed-loop economy for digital attention.

Can I earn BAT for free?

Yes. Brave users can earn BAT by enabling Brave Ads in the browser and viewing privacy-respecting advertisements. Users may also receive promotional BAT grants or earn through the Brave Creators Program, which allows publishers and creators to earn tokens from tips and contributions.

Is Basic Attention Token mineable?

No, BAT cannot be mined. The total supply of BAT was created during its initial coin offering (ICO) in 2017. New tokens cannot be generated - instead, users earn existing BAT through participation in the Brave ecosystem.

How many BAT tokens exist?

BAT has a fixed maximum supply of 1.5 billion tokens. Most of this supply is already in circulation, making BAT a fully diluted token. The distribution included allocations for investors, development, and user growth initiatives during its launch.

What is BAT used for?

BAT is primarily used for advertising payments, user rewards, and tipping content creators within the Brave ecosystem. Users can also hold BAT, trade it on cryptocurrency exchanges, or use it with supported DeFi platforms such as Sky Protocol (formerly MakerDAO) for collateralization.

Is BAT an ERC-20 token?

Yes. BAT is an ERC-20 token built on the Ethereum blockchain, benefiting from Ethereum's robust network security and smart contract capabilities. This means BAT is compatible with most Ethereum-based wallets and DeFi applications.

How is the BAT network secured?

BAT inherits the security of the Ethereum blockchain, which uses a proof-of-stake (PoS) consensus mechanism. This ensures transactions are validated securely and transparently. Users can store BAT safely in any Ethereum-compatible wallet - including the Bitcoin.com Wallet, MetaMask, and Brave Wallet.

Can I use BAT outside of Brave?

Yes. While BAT is native to Brave, it is widely traded and supported by major exchanges and DeFi platforms. Holders can use BAT for staking, collateral, or other on-chain applications beyond the Brave ecosystem.

What makes Basic Attention Token unique?

BAT stands out for aligning the incentives of advertisers, users, and publishers in a single ecosystem. Unlike traditional advertising models that track user behavior, Brave and BAT promote privacy-first engagement, rewarding attention rather than data exploitation.

What are Brave Rewards?

Brave Rewards is a feature within the Brave Browser that enables users to earn and manage their BAT. It tracks attention time and distributes BAT automatically to creators or lets users manually tip sites they appreciate. Participation is fully opt-in and private.

Where can I buy Basic Attention Token (BAT)?

BAT is available in the Bitcoin.com Wallet, where users can easily buy, sell, trade, and manage their tokens alongside other popular cryptocurrencies. It's also listed on most major exchanges, including Coinbase, Binance, and Kraken, and can be traded against assets like Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), or purchased directly with fiat currencies where supported.