# Unlock $WLFI
The Unlock feature allows early supporters who purchased WLFI tokens during the initial sale rounds to unlock their tokens according to a defined schedule. This page explains everything you need to know about the unlock process, eligibility, and how to claim your tokens.
## Overview
Between approximately **October 14, 2024 and March 14, 2025**, WLFI tokens were sold to participants at prices of $0.015 and $0.05 per token. These tokens were initially non-transferable and held in participants' wallets.
On **September 1, 2025 at 8:00 AM UTC**, twenty percent (20%) of tokens purchased during these rounds became available for unlocking. To access these tokens, eligible participants must sign a Token Unlock Agreement and complete the activation process.
### Key Points
* **Initial Unlock**: 20% of your allocation became available on September 1, 2025
* **Remaining 80%**: Will be unlocked according to terms decided by the community through governance proposals
* **Eligibility**: Only participants from the $0.015 and $0.05 sale rounds
* **Agreement Required**: You must sign the Token Unlock Agreement to start unlocking
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Team members, advisors, and certain other token holders are subject to different unlock schedules and are not covered by this 20% initial unlock.
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## Am I eligible?
You are eligible for the unlock feature if you:
1. Purchased WLFI tokens during the public sale between approximately October 14, 2024 and March 14, 2025
2. Participated in either the $0.015 or $0.05 price rounds
3. Still hold the tokens in the original wallet that received them
4. Have not transferred beneficial ownership of your wallet or tokens
If you did not participate in the original token sale, you cannot use the unlock feature. To acquire WLFI tokens, you can [trade on supported exchanges](https://docs.worldlibertyfinancial.com/wlfi-token/trade-wlfi).
## How unlocking works
### Smart contract architecture
The unlock process involves three key smart contracts:
| Contract | Purpose |
| ---------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| **WLFI Token (V2)** | The upgraded token contract with activation and claiming functions |
| **Registry** | Stores information about legacy users (early purchasers) and their allocations |
| **Unlocking Contract** | Holds tokens and releases them according to the unlock schedule |
### The unlock flow
1. **Activation**: You sign the Token Unlock Agreement and submit a transaction
2. **Token Transfer**: Your WLFI tokens move from your wallet to the unlocking smart contract
3. **Wallet Balance**: Your wallet will show 0 WLFI (this is expected)
4. **Unlocking**: Tokens unlock according to the schedule
5. **Claiming**: You can claim unlocked tokens at any time, transferring them back to your wallet
### Unlock schedule
| Phase | Percentage | Status |
| ----------------------------- | ---------- | ------------------------ |
| Initial Unlock (Sept 1, 2025) | 20% | Available |
| Future Unlocks | 80% | Determined by governance |
The remaining 80% of tokens will be unlocked according to terms decided by the WLFI community through governance votes. This gives token holders the ability to shape how these tokens are unlocked moving forward.
## Step-by-step tutorial
### Before you begin
Ensure you have:
* A wallet that was used in the original WLFI token purchase
* ETH in your wallet for gas fees
* Access to the [WLFI Unlock page](https://worldlibertyfinancial.com/unlock)
### Step 1: View your allocation
When you first visit the Unlock page and connect your wallet, you'll see:
* Your total token allocation
* How much will be unlocked (20% of your allocation)
* The unlock date and time
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**WLFI Token Contract**: `0xdA5e1988097297dCdc1f90D4dFE7909e847CBeF6`
For this entire process, you should ONLY interact with the WLFI token contract. No other contracts are ever needed.
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### Step 2: Review the token unlock agreement
Click **"Sign unlock agreement"** to open the agreement dialog. The Token Unlock Agreement displays:
* Your wallet address
* Your total token allocation
* The terms and conditions of the unlock
**Important**: Read the entire agreement carefully before proceeding. The agreement includes important representations about:
* Ownership of your wallet
* Use of tokens for governance purposes
* Compliance with applicable laws
* Acknowledgment of the unlock terms
### Step 3: Scroll and accept
You must scroll to the bottom of the agreement to find the confirmation button. This ensures you have reviewed all the terms.
Click **"Agree and continue to signature"** to proceed to the signing step.
### Step 4: Sign the transaction
A signature prompt will appear in your wallet. When you sign:
1. **Transaction submission**: A transaction is submitted to the blockchain
2. **Token movement**: Your tokens move from your wallet to the unlocking contract
3. **Wallet balance**: Your wallet's WLFI balance will show **0** (this is expected and normal)
4. **Automatic claim**: Any tokens that are already unlocked will be claimed automatically as part of this transaction
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After signing, your wallet balance will show 0 WLFI. This is expected behavior. Your tokens are safely held in the unlocking smart contract.
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### Step 5: Wait for unlock (if before unlock date)
If you activated before September 1, 2025 at 8:00 AM UTC:
* The UI will show how long until the unlock date
* The **Claim** button will be disabled until tokens are available
* You're all set. No further action needed until the unlock time
### Step 6: Claim your tokens
Once tokens are unlocked, you can claim them:
1. Visit the [Unlock page](https://worldlibertyfinancial.com/unlock)
2. View your **Available to claim** amount
3. Click **Claim**
4. Confirm the transaction in your wallet
5. Your claimed tokens will appear in your wallet
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You can claim at any time after tokens are unlocked. There's no deadline. Tokens continue to unlock over time, so your claimable amount may increase while your transaction confirms.
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## Understanding the unlock dashboard
### Unlocking schedules
The dashboard shows your unlock schedule(s), including:
| Field | Description |
| ---------------------- | ---------------------------------------------- |
| **Status** | Current state (Not Started, Active, Completed) |
| **Unlock allocation** | Total tokens in this unlock schedule |
| **Unlocked** | Percentage and amount already unlocked |
| **Claimed** | Tokens you've already claimed to your wallet |
| **Available to claim** | Tokens unlocked but not yet claimed |
| **Remaining to claim** | Total unclaimed tokens (locked + unlocked) |
| **Starts on** | When the unlock schedule begins |
| **Cliff** | When tokens first become claimable |
| **Ends on** | When all tokens are fully unlocked |
| **Rate** | How many tokens unlock per day |
### Progress chart
The radial chart on the right shows:
* **Total Allocation**: Your complete token allocation
* **Unlocked**: Visual representation of unlocked vs. locked tokens
* **Claimed**: How much you've already claimed
### Contract details
The dashboard also displays:
* **Token**: WLFI token contract address
* **Chain**: Ethereum Mainnet
* **Unlock smart contract**: The unlocking contract address
* **Transaction**: Link to your activation transaction
* **Unlock agreement**: View the agreement you signed
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## Frequently asked questions
### Why is my wallet balance showing 0 WLFI?
This is expected after you sign the Token Unlock Agreement. Your tokens are held in the unlocking smart contract. You can view your allocation and claimable balance on the Unlock page.
### Can I claim partial amounts?
When you claim, you receive all available unlocked tokens. You cannot select a specific amount. The claim function transfers all currently claimable tokens to your wallet.
### What happens if I don't claim immediately?
Nothing. Your tokens remain safely in the unlocking contract. There's no deadline to claim, and you can claim at any time. Unclaimed tokens continue to accumulate as more tokens unlock.
### Can I transfer tokens before claiming?
No. While tokens are in the unlocking contract, they cannot be transferred. You must claim them to your wallet first, then you can use them as you wish.
### What about the remaining 80%?
The remaining 80% of tokens will be unlocked according to terms decided by the community through governance proposals. Stay tuned to [governance announcements](https://docs.worldlibertyfinancial.com/wlfi-token/wlfi-governance) for updates.
### I purchased tokens but I'm not seeing the unlock option
Ensure you're:
1. Connected with the same wallet that received the tokens
2. On Ethereum Mainnet
3. A participant from the original $0.015 or $0.05 sale rounds
If you still don't see your allocation, please [contact support](https://docs.worldlibertyfinancial.com/resources/contact).
### What if I'm blocked or see an error?
For security and compliance reasons, some accounts may be restricted. If you see a blocked message:
1. You may try again later
2. Contact support for general assistance
3. We cannot provide specific details about restrictions for security reasons
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## Important notices
### Gas Fees
Both the activation (signing) and claiming transactions require ETH for gas fees. Ensure you have sufficient ETH in your wallet before proceeding.
### Security
* **Never share your private keys** with anyone
* Only interact with the official WLFI token contract
* Verify you're on the official World Liberty Financial website
* The unlock smart contract has been audited for security
### Legal Considerations
By signing the Token Unlock Agreement, you acknowledge and agree to various terms including:
* You are the original purchaser and wallet owner
* You have not transferred beneficial ownership of your tokens
* You understand the tokens are for governance participation
* You will comply with applicable laws
For complete terms, review the Token Unlock Agreement in the unlock dialog.
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## Additional Resources
* [WLFI Token Information](https://docs.worldlibertyfinancial.com/wlfi-token/tokenomics)
* [WLFI Governance](https://docs.worldlibertyfinancial.com/wlfi-token/wlfi-governance)
* [Trade WLFI](https://docs.worldlibertyfinancial.com/wlfi-token/trade-wlfi)
* [Contact Support](https://docs.worldlibertyfinancial.com/resources/contact)
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