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  1. What is POLS Power?
  2. Why POLS Power Matters
  3. Tips to Maximize Your POLS Power
  4. Common Questions About POLS Power
  5. About Polkastarter
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Navigating the IDO Journey with POLS Power: What You Need to Know

Written by:
Ilknur Gubel
Published
April 18, 2025
Updated
September 9, 2026

Participating in an IDO can feel overwhelming, especially for first-timers navigating allocation rules, staking mechanics, and tier benefits. At Polkastarter, we believe that user education is key to long-term success.

This article breaks down how POLS Power works, why it matters, and how you can optimize your IDO participation experience.

What is POLS Power?

POLS Power is a score that determines your eligibility and allocation priority in Polkastarter token sales. It’s calculated based on the amount of $POLS you stake and how long it remains staked.

The more you stake, the higher your POLS Power—and the better your access to exclusive opportunities.

Why POLS Power Matters

Your POLS Power directly impacts your chances in an IDO. From guaranteed allocations to FCFS (First-Come, First-Served) access, your level unlocks different participation privileges.

Key POLS Power Tiers:
  • 1,000+ POLS Power: Minimum required to join IDOs
  • 30,000+ POLS Power: Skip cooldown period after IDO participation
  • 50,000+ POLS Power: Guaranteed allocation in every sale

This tiered system ensures fair and transparent access based on user commitment.

Tips to Maximize Your POLS Power

  1. Stake Early, Stake Smart POLS Power increases over time, so staking early gives you an edge for upcoming IDOs.
  2. Monitor Snapshots POLS Power is updated every 6 hours. Make sure your stake is active before snapshots for eligibility.
  3. Complete Onboarding Missions New users can earn bonus POLS Power (up to 500) by completing simple onboarding tasks.
  4. Use a Consistent Wallet Always connect using the same wallet to avoid confusion with whitelisting and eligibility.

Common Questions About POLS Power

  • "I have $POLS in my wallet—why is my POLS Power zero?" Only staked tokens contribute to your POLS Power.
  • "Do I need to restake after each IDO?" No. As long as your tokens remain staked, your POLS Power stays active.
  • "Can I stake on multiple wallets?" Yes, but POLS Power is calculated per wallet. For maximum efficiency, use a single wallet.

POLS Power is your key to unlocking the Polkastarter experience. Whether you’re aiming for guaranteed access or just starting your IDO journey, understanding the system empowers you to plan and participate effectively.

Ready to boost your IDO strategy? Stake your POLS and prepare for the next wave of Web3 innovation.

About Polkastarter

Polkastarter is a fully decentralized protocol for launching new ideas. Our curation process and industry access enable us to offer the best new blockchain and digital assets projects. With Polkastarter, decentralized projects can raise awareness, build a loyal community, and receive long-term support.

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Social Media Manager
BA, Sociology

Ilknur Gubel is a social media manager at Polkastarter. Ilknur has spent the past four years working as a project manager, marketing manager, and social media strategist across Web3. She has held marketing and project management positions at several crypto companies, including Polygen, Nitro League, Kaizen.Finance, and ChainPort.

At Polkastarter she has covered trading card releases, collectible market pricing, and how token holders can spend crypto on real cards and videogames.

Based in Istanbul, Ilknur earned a bachelor's degree in sociology from Istanbul Aydın University.

You can connect with her on LinkedIn for more information.

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