Frequently Asked Questions
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1Verification & Trust
How do you verify conversions are real and not bots?
We use multi-layer fraud detection including device fingerprinting, IP analysis, click-to-install time analysis, and behavioral patterns. Suspicious conversions are flagged and excluded from payouts automatically. For mobile apps, we integrate with industry-standard MMPs (Adjust, AppsFlyer, Singular) that have their own fraud prevention.
What if I get installs from countries I didn't want?
You set geographic requirements upfront. Quality gates let you define country/region allowlists. Conversions from outside your target regions don't trigger payouts. You can also set retention requirements (e.g., Day-7 retention) to ensure quality.
What if I disagree that a conversion was legitimate?
We have a dispute resolution process. Partners can flag questionable conversions within a 48-hour window. Challenged payouts are held and reviewed with full data transparency. If the dispute is valid, the payout is reversed. We provide all underlying conversion data so decisions are based on facts, not trust.
How do I know the tracking is accurate?
We integrate with the same attribution partners (MMPs) you likely already use. Conversion data flows through your existing tracking infrastructure, so you can cross-reference our numbers with your own dashboards. No black boxes.
2Getting Started
What's the minimum budget to run a pilot?
We prioritize pilots with $10k+ budgets. This ensures there's enough spend to generate meaningful data and learnings. Smaller tests don't provide the statistical significance needed to evaluate performance.
How long does setup take?
Typically 1-2 weeks depending on integration complexity. If you already have MMP tracking in place, setup is faster. The main steps are: defining your outcome and quality gates, setting up attribution, funding the vault, and approving creators.
How long should a pilot run?
Most pilots run 4-8 weeks. This gives enough time to recruit creators, generate conversions, and gather meaningful performance data. Shorter pilots can work for simple campaigns.
3Payments & Costs
Do creators need crypto wallets?
No. While payouts settle onchain for efficiency and auditability, we can facilitate fiat offramps for creators who prefer traditional payments. Creators can receive USDC or work with our offramp partners.
What fees does Thousands charge?
We take a percentage of successful conversions (typically 10-15% of the CPA). This means we only make money when you get results. There are no setup fees or monthly minimums.
How quickly do creators get paid?
Payouts settle within 24 hours of verification. Smart contracts release funds automatically when conversion conditions are met—no manual invoice processing or payment cycles.
4Platform & Model
Is this affiliate marketing?
Sometimes, but not only. While CPA (Cost Per Action) is similar to affiliate models, Thousands also supports treasury-funded grants (e.g., for ecosystem participation) which don't fit the traditional affiliate definition. We're a campaign infrastructure layer that works with multiple business models.
Are you a DAO?
No. Thousands is a product and a company. Partners can be DAOs or Treasuries, but Thousands itself is building open protocol rails with a company structure. We may introduce governance mechanisms later, but that's not our initial focus.
Do you guarantee outcomes or returns?
No. Thousands provides infrastructure to fund, verify, and pay for outcomes. We do not guarantee campaign performance, conversion rates, or financial returns. Results depend on campaign design, creator quality, and market conditions.
What platforms do you support?
We're starting with Kick (Q1 2026), with X/Twitter planned for Q3 2026. YouTube and TikTok are on the roadmap. For mobile apps, we integrate with standard attribution partners regardless of where creators publish.
5Technical
How do receipts work?
Every payout is triggered by a verified conversion event. This event is recorded onchain, creating an immutable audit trail. The receipt includes: amount paid, creator address, campaign ID, and a hash of the conversion data. Partners can audit their entire campaign spend in real-time.
Why use blockchain at all?
Efficiency, not ideology. Smart contracts automate payouts (no invoices), enable instant global payments to creators anywhere, and provide a trustless audit trail. It reduces operational overhead and increases transparency.
What attribution partners do you integrate with?
We support Adjust, AppsFlyer, and Singular out of the box. Custom integrations are possible for partners with in-house attribution. For onchain outcomes (swaps, bridges, stakes), we query blockchain data directly.
Still have questions?
We're happy to dive deeper into any topic. Reach out and let's talk.