Presale Structure

The use.com token presale is designed to build a strong community of early supporters while ensuring fair distribution and sustainable token economics. Our multi-stage presale approach balances early-bird incentives with broad accessibility, creating a solid foundation for the exchange's launch and growth.

Presale Overview

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Total Presale Allocation	70,000,000 USE (35% of supply)
Number of Stages	10 stages
Total Raise Target	$24,700,000
Minimum Investment	$100
Maximum Investment	$50,000 per wallet
Accepted Currencies	USDT, USDC, ETH, BTC
Vesting Period	No vesting - 100% at TGE
TGE Unlock	100%

Presale Objectives

1. Community Building

• Attract 10,000+ early supporters

• Build engaged community before launch

• Create network effects from day one

2. Capital Raising

• Fund exchange development

• Bootstrap liquidity pools

• Finance marketing campaigns

• Secure partnerships

3. Fair Distribution

• Prevent whale concentration

• Enable broad participation

• Reward early supporters

• Create sustainable token economics

4. Price Discovery

• Establish initial token value

• Create upward price trajectory

• Build market confidence

• Set listing price expectations

Presale Mechanics

Multi-Stage Structure

The presale consists of 10 progressive stages with increasing prices:

Stage	Allocation	Price	Raise Target	Cumulative Price Increase
1	4M	$0.10	$400K	Base
2	5M	$0.15	$750K	+50%
3	6M	$0.20	$1.2M	+100%
4	6M	$0.25	$1.5M	+150%
5	7M	$0.30	$2.1M	+200%
6	8M	$0.35	$2.8M	+250%
7	9M	$0.40	$3.6M	+300%
8	10M	$0.45	$4.5M	+350%
9	8M	$0.50	$4.0M	+400%
10	7M	$0.55	$3.85M	+450%
Total	70M	-	$24.7M	-

Weighted Average Presale Price: ≈ $0.353

FDV at Final Stage: 200M supply @ $0.55 = $110M

Pricing Structure

Linear Price Escalation: $0.05 increase per stage

Token Formula: $Tokens\_Received = \frac{Investment}{Price}$

Example (Stage 1):

• Investment: $10,000

• Price: $0.10

• Tokens Received: 100,000 USE

• Stage 10 Price: $0.55

• Potential Value: $55,000 (450% gain)

Investment Limits

Per-Wallet Limits:

• Minimum: $1

• Maximum: $500,000

• KYC Required: >$250,000

Rationale:

• Prevent whale concentration

• Enable broad participation

• Comply with regulations

• Ensure fair distribution

Anti-Sybil Measures:

• KYC verification for large investments

• Wallet address monitoring

• IP address tracking

• Transaction pattern analysis

Accepted Payment Methods

Cryptocurrencies:

Currency	Network	Processing Time	Confirmations
USDT	ERC-20	~15 minutes	12 blocks
USDT	TRC-20	~3 minutes	19 blocks
USDC	ERC-20	~15 minutes	12 blocks
ETH	Ethereum	~15 minutes	12 blocks
BTC	Bitcoin	~60 minutes	3 blocks

Conversion Rate: Real-time rates from Chainlink oracles

Price Lock: Rate locked for 15 minutes after payment initiation

Token Distribution

Immediate Unlock at TGE

Structure: 100% of tokens unlocked immediately at TGE - NO VESTING

Key Points:

• All presale participants receive 100% of their tokens at Token Generation Event (TGE)

• No vesting period or lock-up for public presale participants

• Immediate liquidity and trading ability

• This differs from Angel and VC rounds which have vesting schedules

Example:

• Purchase: 100,000 tokens in Stage 1

• TGE: Receive 100,000 tokens immediately

• No waiting period or gradual unlock

Why No Vesting for Presale?

Rationale:

• Rewards public supporters with immediate access

• Creates initial market liquidity

• Standard practice for public token sales

• Differentiates from institutional rounds (Angel/VC)

• Enables immediate trading and utility use

Comparison:

• Presale: 100% at TGE, no vesting

• Angel: 5% at TGE + 21-month vesting

• VC: 0-5% at TGE + 30-month vesting

• Team: 0% at TGE + 48-month vesting

Presale Timeline

Phase 1: Preparation (Weeks 1-2)

Activities:

• Smart contract deployment

• Security audits

• Website launch

• Marketing campaign initiation

• Community building

Milestones:

• Smart contract audited by 2+ firms

• Presale website live

• 5,000+ community members

• Marketing materials ready

Phase 2: Public Presale Stages

10 Progressive Stages:

• Stage 1-10: Linear price increase from $0.10 to $0.55

• Each stage: $0.05 price increment

• Total allocation: 70M tokens

• Total raise: $24.7M

• Duration: Until sold out per stage

Phase 4: Post-Presale (Weeks 11-12)

Activities:

• Finalize token distribution

• Prepare for TGE

• Exchange listings preparation

• Liquidity pool setup

• Marketing intensification

Smart Contract Architecture

Security Features

Multi-Signature Control:

• 3-of-5 multisig for fund management

• Time-locked withdrawals

• Emergency pause functionality

• Upgradeable proxy pattern

Audit Requirements:

• Minimum 2 independent audits

• Public audit reports

• Bug bounty program ($100K pool)

• Continuous monitoring

Key Functions:

// Simplified presale contract structure
contract UsePresale {
    // Purchase tokens
    function buyTokens(uint256 amount) external payable;
    
    // Claim vested tokens
    function claimTokens() external;
    
    // Check vesting status
    function getVestingInfo(address user) external view returns (VestingInfo);
    
    // Emergency pause
    function pause() external onlyOwner;
}

Token Distribution Process

Step 1: Purchase

• User sends payment

• Smart contract records allocation

• Confirmation email sent

• Dashboard updated

Step 2: Vesting

• Tokens locked in vesting contract

• Vesting schedule recorded on-chain

• Real-time tracking available

Step 3: Claiming

• User claims unlocked tokens

• Automatic transfer to wallet

• Gas fees optimized

• Batch claiming available

Participant Benefits

Immediate Benefits

1. Discounted Token Price

• 40% discount (Stage 1) vs listing price

• Bonus tokens on top of purchase

• Longer vesting = additional bonus

2. Early Access

• Priority exchange access

• Beta testing opportunities

• Exclusive community channels

• Direct team communication

3. Governance Rights

• Early governance participation

• Influence platform development

• Vote on key decisions

• Community leadership roles

Long-term Benefits

1. Trading Fee Discounts

• Immediate utility upon launch

• Up to 37.5% fee reduction

• Lifetime benefits

• Compounding savings

2. Staking Rewards

• Up to 25% APY

• Enhanced by early holder status

• Additional platform benefits

• Passive income generation

3. IEO Priority

• Guaranteed allocations

• Early access to new projects

• Higher allocation limits

• Exclusive opportunities

4. Appreciation Potential

• Early entry price advantage

• Supply scarcity

• Growing demand

• Network effects

Risk Disclosures

Investment Risks

1. Market Risk

• Token price volatility

• Crypto market conditions

• Regulatory changes

• Competition

2. Project Risk

• Development delays

• Technical challenges

• Team execution

• Market adoption

3. Liquidity Risk

• Vesting period lock-up

• Limited early liquidity

• Market depth

• Exchange listings

4. Regulatory Risk

• Changing regulations

• Compliance requirements

• Geographic restrictions

• Legal uncertainties

Mitigation Measures

Transparency:

• Regular updates

• Open communication

• Financial reporting

• Development progress

Security:

• Smart contract audits

• Insurance coverage

• Multi-sig controls

• Continuous monitoring

Compliance:

• KYC/AML procedures

• Legal framework

• Regulatory engagement

• Geographic restrictions

Presale ROI Analysis

Investment Scenarios

Scenario 1: Stage 1 Participant

Metric	Value
Investment	$10,000
Stage 1 Price	$0.10
Tokens Received	100,000
Stage 10 Price	$0.55
Potential Gain	450%

Scenario 2: Stage 5 Participant

Metric	Value
Investment	$10,000
Stage 5 Price	$0.30
Tokens Received	33,333
Stage 10 Price	$0.55
Potential Gain	83%

Scenario 3: Stage 10 Participant

Metric	Value
Investment	$10,000
Stage 10 Price	$0.55
Tokens Received	18,182
Strategy	Lower risk entry

Presale Marketing Strategy

Target Audience

Primary:

• Crypto traders (active on CEXs)

• DeFi participants

• Early-stage investors

• Community builders

Secondary:

• Institutional investors

• Crypto influencers

• Trading communities

• Tech enthusiasts

Marketing Channels

Digital Marketing:

• Social media campaigns (Twitter, Telegram, Discord)

• Content marketing (blog, videos, podcasts)

• Influencer partnerships

• Paid advertising (Google, crypto sites)

Community Building:

• AMA sessions

• Community contests

• Referral programs

• Ambassador program

PR & Media:

• Press releases

• Media partnerships

• Conference presence

• Thought leadership

Referral Program

Structure: Earn bonus tokens for referring participants

Rewards:

• 5% of referee's purchase in bonus tokens

• Referee gets additional 2% bonus

• No limit on referrals

• Instant credit

Example:

• You refer friend who invests $10,000

• Your bonus: $10,000 × 5% = $500 worth of tokens

• Friend's bonus: $10,000 × 2% = $200 worth of tokens

• Win-win for both parties

Conclusion

The use.com presale structure is designed to reward early supporters while ensuring fair distribution and sustainable token economics. With progressive pricing, generous bonuses, and comprehensive vesting, participants gain significant advantages while contributing to the platform's long-term success.

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