For Citizens

This page explains what happens when you delegate to a Navigator.

How to Delegate

1. Choose a Navigator you trust

2. Choose how much VOT3 to delegate

3. Confirm delegation

You can delegate to one Navigator at a time.

What Happens to Your VOT3

• Your VOT3 stays in your wallet

• The delegated portion becomes locked while delegated

• Locked VOT3 cannot be transferred or converted until you undelegate

• Your wallet balance still shows your full amount; only the unlocked portion is transferable

• Your voting power is your delegated VOT3 amount only — undelegated VOT3 does not count toward voting power while you are delegated

• Voting power is snapshotted at the start of each round

How Voting Works While Delegated

• Your Navigator votes for you in allocation rounds and governance proposals

• You cannot cast manual votes while delegated — you must undelegate first

• Your voting outcomes follow your Navigator's decisions

Rewards and Fees

• Rewards are based on your delegated amount, not your full VOT3 balance

• Your own Galaxy Member level still applies

• A 20% Navigator fee is deducted automatically from rewards you earn through managed votes

• Rewards are automatically claimed for you by relayers

Passport Requirement

You must hold a valid VePassport (personhood) to have your navigator votes cast. Passport validity is checked at the round snapshot — the moment the round starts.

• If your passport is valid at the snapshot: your navigator votes normally on your behalf

• If your passport is invalid at the snapshot: your vote is skipped for that round and you will not earn rewards

To maintain eligibility, keep performing sustainable actions through VeBetterDAO apps. If your passport lapses, re-establish it before the next round starts.

Switching or Leaving

• You can reduce delegation, fully undelegate, or switch to another Navigator

• Changes take effect from the next round

• If your Navigator exits or is removed, your delegation is automatically released and your VOT3 unlocks — no action needed on your part

How to Evaluate a Navigator

Before delegating, check:

• Voting history and consistency

• Published reports and rationale

• Freshness behavior (active updates vs stale patterns)

• Governance activity

• Number of citizens and total delegated amount

• Stake level and overall credibility

FAQ

Do I lose custody of my VOT3 when I delegate?

No. Your VOT3 remains in your wallet. It is only locked while delegated.

Can I vote manually while delegated?

No. You must undelegate first.

Can I switch Navigators?

Yes. You can switch, and the change applies from the next round.

What happens if my VePassport is invalid?

Your vote is skipped for that round and you earn no rewards. Other citizens delegated to the same Navigator are not affected. Regain a valid passport before the next round to resume participation.

What if my Navigator stops participating?

Anyone can report round misconduct on-chain. If reports are valid, the Navigator can be penalized.

Can I support a governance proposal with my delegated VOT3?

No. You must undelegate first. Only undelegated VOT3 can be used for proposal support deposits.