> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://support.backpack.exchange/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://support.backpack.exchange/exchange/programs/points.md).

# Points

### **Backpack Exchange Points Program**

* **Season Timeline**
  * Season 1: March 21, 2025 – May 29, 2025
  * Season 2: July 3, 2025 - September 10, 2025
  * Season 3: September 11, 2025 - November 19, 2025
  * Season 4: Started on November 20, 2025
* **Points Distribution**
  * Points are distributed weekly, based on user activity across all products.
  * Criteria for points are continuously updated and intentionally opaque.
  * Goal: Reward users who contribute to Backpack’s growth.
  * Distribution schedule:
    * Every Friday at 02:00 UTC
    * Based on activity ending Thursday at 00:00 UTC
  * Backpack reserves the right to adjust previous point distributions.
* **Ranks**
  * Ranks are tied to each season.
  * When a new season begins, all users start from zero.
  * Rank tiers: **Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Diamond, Challenger**
* **Special Drops**
  * **Legacy Drop**: Snapshot taken on March 20, 2025, at \~09:00 UTC, allocated to historical users since late 2023.
  * **Bonus Drop**: 10 million points distributed to active users during the off-season between Season 1 and Season 2.
* **Affiliate Point Matching**
  * Qualified affiliates earn elevated points based on the activity of referred users.
  * Granted at Backpack’s discretion.
* **User Access**
  * View your points and rank: <https://backpack.exchange/points>
  * Get started: Sign up at <https://backpack.exchange/> or download the Backpack app [here](https://backpack.app/download).


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