Discover the world’s largest DAO
Join millions of visionaries building a better future with DOT.
Decentralization as it was meant to be
Web3 is all about cutting out gatekeepers and putting people in control of the tech that shapes our world. Decentralization isn’t just about spreading nodes around—it’s about making sure there’s no single point of failure. With blockchain outages, hard forks, and crypto exchange bankruptcies making headlines, centralized decision-making is clearly a risk. That’s why, on Polkadot, the community of DOT token holders makes all the decisions. And there’s always room for one more.
Community driven
Every DOT token holder gets a say. Your vote directly influences the network’s future.
Decentralized
Equality is key. Automated processes ensure fairness, with DOT holders managing all network operations without centralized control.
Transparent and open
Get involved in public referenda where all votes are openly recorded on-chain.
Fast-paced
Multiple referenda run simultaneously, making sure decisions and funding happen quickly without compromising security.
Seamless upgrades
Experience continuous network improvements with fork-free approved updates.
Unstoppable democracy, driven by Polkadot's OpenGov
1.3 million
DAO members represented by total onchain wallets
1000+
OpenGov proposals
19.1 million
DOT available in Treasury pool
Join the DAO
Polkadot DAO uses OpenGov, the pioneering decentralized governance platform that empowers the community to be in full control of the network. Since the Polkadot DAO was launched, there’s no going back—Polkadot decentralized decision-making power cannot be stopped, even by its creators.
Benefits of joining the Polkadot DAO
Shape the future
Play a direct role in influencing the future of the Polkadot network.
Earn rewards
Gain recognition or rewards for your active participation and contributions to the ecosystem.
Build community
Join a passionate community of free-thinkers dedicated to creating the future of the internet.
Backed by a 19+ million DOT Treasury
Polkadot’s governance system features a robust onchain treasury that the community can use to fund projects that benefit the network. Any DOT holder can submit funding and bounty proposals, and can nominate community members for rewards.
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