
Monad Testnet Early Tester Deadline β Key Protocols to Interact With
The last day to be a Monad Testnet Early Tester is here! If you havenβt yet explored the network, this is your final chance to interact with essential protocols and maximize your eligibility for potential rewards.
What is the Monad Testnet?
Monad is a high-performance, EVM-compatible Layer 1 blockchain boasting up to 10,000 transactions per second (TPS), low fees, and 1-second block finality. Its ecosystem includes DeFi platforms, NFT projects, staking options, and more. Here are some notable projects:
- AICraft: AI-driven decentralized platform with on-chain governance.
- Ambient Finance: DEX with seamless token swaps and liquidity management.
- Apriori: Staking platform for MON token rewards.
- Caddy Finance: Liquid Staking Derivatives (LSD) options protocol.
- Kuru: Memecoin trading DEX.
- Fantasy Top: NFT-based crypto influencer trading card game.
- Uniswap (Testnet Integration): Popular DEX supporting Monad Testnet.
- NAD Domains: Testnet domain name registration service.
For a complete list, check Monadβs ecosystem page or community channels.
How to Get Started on the Monad Testnet
If youβre new to the Monad Testnet Early Tester program, follow these steps to participate:
1. Set Up Your Wallet
- Install an EVM-compatible wallet like MetaMask.
- Add the Monad Testnet manually via testnet.monad.xyz.
- Confirm network settings (Chain ID and RPC details available on the official site).
2. Claim Testnet Tokens (MON)
- Use the Monad Faucet to request MON.
- If the faucet is empty, check Monadβs X account (@monad_xyz) for updates or community giveaways.
3. Explore the Ecosystem and Make Transactions
To maximize your eligibility as a Monad Testnet Early Tester, increase your transaction activity across various projects:
- Swap and provide liquidity: Pandaria Swap
- Deploy a smart contract: Owlto Finance
- Stake some Monad: Magma Staking
- Make a long trade using the faucet: Narwhal Finance
- Swap tokens: Monorail Testnet
- Swap MON to USDC: PancakeSwap
- Swap MON to Bean and other tokens: Bean Exchange
- Stake MON: Apriori Staking
- Mint an Overnads open edition NFT: Magic Eden
Additional Tips
- Engage with the Community: Join Monadβs Discord for updates and possible rewards.
- Keep Track of Transactions: Save transaction hashes for potential airdrops.
- Use a Fresh Wallet: Avoid using your mainnet wallet for security reasons.
Post-Deadline Participation
While the Monad Testnet Early Tester window is closing, you can still explore and experiment with its features. Stay updated by following Monadβs official site and social media channels for future opportunities and mainnet developments.