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# 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.