Basic Attention Token BAT
Advertising rewards and creator support.
BAT is a token used in Brave Rewards for eligible advertising rewards and contributions to participating creators.
What is Basic Attention Token?
Brave Rewards is an optional browser feature. Eligible users can receive BAT for certain ads and send contributions to participating creators. BAT originated on Ethereum; bridged versions are available on other networks.
Earnings and payout options depend on region, eligibility, and program rules. BAT can lose value; using Brave does not guarantee rewards.
Why people pay attention
Optional participation
Brave can be used without joining Rewards.
Creator support
BAT contributions can support participating websites and creators.
Network versions
Native and bridged tokens require compatible accounts.
Origins & development
Brave launched Basic Attention Token in May 2017. The browser, Rewards program, and token have distinct roles.
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