MetaMask Launches “Rewards” Season — What Users Need to Know

MetaMask launches rewards program

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MetaMask has introduced an official Rewards program in its latest mobile update. The program rewards users with points for activities such as swaps, perp trades, and referrals. MetaMask says Season 1 will distribute a large rewards pool and include partner incentives.

What MetaMask announced

MetaMask published a site update and help pages explaining how to opt in to “MetaMask Rewards.” The update asks users to update the mobile app (7.57+), go to the Rewards tab, and opt in. Points are earned from trading activity and referrals, and users can track points inside the app.

How the points system works (quick)

  • Users earn points when they swap tokens or trade perpetuals on MetaMask’s trading rails.
  • Referrals give a signup bonus to the referred user and ongoing points to referrers when referees earn points.
  • Sign up here and get a bonus point or use the referral code: W7FAC7
  • MetaMask calls these seasonal programs; Season 1 reportedly links to a partner reward pool (over $30M mentioned for initial incentives).

Why the recent domain registrations matter

Security researchers and reporters noticed that ConsenSys/MetaMask registered token-claim style domains such as claim.metamask.io  gift.metamask.io. These domains currently redirect to MetaMask’s homepage, but their registration signals preparation for future claim flows or reward distribution infrastructure. That discovery helped push community speculation higher about possible token claims or airdrops.

Is a $MASK token or an airdrop coming?

MetaMask has long been discussed as a likely candidate for a native token (often rumoured as $MASK). The new Rewards program, referral mechanics, and claim-domain registrations are consistent with building claims infrastructure. But MetaMask has not issued a definitive public announcement that it will launch a governance token or an airdrop with specific rules. Treat domain registration as an infrastructure step, not as confirmed token economics.

What should users do now?

  1. Update the app from official stores. Only use the official MetaMask iOS/Android app pages. The Rewards tab appears in mobile version 7.57 or later.
  2. Opt in via the Rewards tab. If you want to earn points, follow the steps in the app and read the T&Cs in the Rewards section.
  3. Do not share your seed phrase. MetaMask will never ask you for your seed phrase to claim rewards. If a claim page asks for it, it is a scam.
  4. Check domain links carefully. If a claim page is announced, confirm the link from MetaMask’s official blog or a verified X/Twitter account before using it.
  5. Watch liquidity and listings. If any token or partner reward is announced, check exchange listings and market depth before converting or selling rewards.

How big is the Rewards program?

MetaMask and several outlets describe Season 1 as sizable. MetaMask referred to a multi-million dollar incentive pool, and reporting has mentioned figures in the tens of millions tied to partner tokens and reward distribution. Exact allocation, timeframe, and eligibility rules are published in MetaMask help pages and will be clarified in-app as the program runs.

Market & community reaction

News of the Rewards program and domain activity sent social chatter and prediction markets into a frenzy. Some users see this as progress toward more on-chain user incentives. Others warn that this will invite phishing and fake claim pages. Security teams urge calm verification before interacting with any claim portal.

Risk and safety reminder

Phishing attempts spike around airdrop rumours and claim portals. Use these safety rules:

  • Only follow links from MetaMask’s official blog or verified social accounts.
  • Never enter your private seed phrase or private keys into any web page.
  • If you test a claim flow, use a burner wallet without funds or a hardware wallet in read-only mode.

Conclusion 

MetaMask has launched an official Rewards program that pays points for swaps, perp trading, and referrals. That program, coupled with domain registrations for claim portals, raises the odds that MetaMask is building infrastructure for future on-chain claims and partner distributions. But users should not treat domain registration alone as proof of a token airdrop. Wait for official MetaMask details on token issuance, allocation, and secure claim processes.

Sources: MetaMask Help & News pages; reporting from Coindesk, The Defiant, CryptoBriefing, ForkLog and other outlets covering the Rewards program and domain registrations.

Related: MetaMask Claim Domain Update

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