IndieAgora Crypto?
Posted: Wed Sep 10, 2025 8:36 am
We’ve been thinking about the future of IndieAgora and whether introducing our own token — an IndieAgora cryptocurrency — would be worth doing. The idea would be to create a token that’s fully integrated across the site, something that rewards activity and participation.
Imagine earning tokens for posting on the forums, commenting on BuddyPress activity, uploading videos to PeerTube, joining groups, or contributing in discussions. Those tokens could then be used to tip other members, unlock exclusive content, or even vote on community-driven decisions about how IndieAgora develops. Over time, this could build a shared ecosystem where every contribution has tangible value.
Because IndieAgora connects BuddyPress, phpBB, PeerTube, and soon Lemmy, the token could act as a unifying layer across everything. You might earn tokens for uploading a video, then spend them unlocking premium forum content or tipping another creator. It could also open the door to monetizing without relying on ads — allowing creators to be rewarded directly by the community.
Of course, there are challenges. If the token has real-world value, there are legal and regulatory considerations. Technically, we’d also need to decide whether to start off-chain, storing balances within IndieAgora’s existing databases, or go straight to a blockchain like Polygon or Solana. Starting off-chain would let us test the idea first without worrying about transaction fees or compliance issues.
So, the question is: would you want to see something like this on IndieAgora?
Should we start small with an internal, site-wide reward system and see how it works before deciding whether to launch a real blockchain token later? Or would you prefer we focus on other features first?
What do you think — is an IndieAgora token worth creating?
Imagine earning tokens for posting on the forums, commenting on BuddyPress activity, uploading videos to PeerTube, joining groups, or contributing in discussions. Those tokens could then be used to tip other members, unlock exclusive content, or even vote on community-driven decisions about how IndieAgora develops. Over time, this could build a shared ecosystem where every contribution has tangible value.
Because IndieAgora connects BuddyPress, phpBB, PeerTube, and soon Lemmy, the token could act as a unifying layer across everything. You might earn tokens for uploading a video, then spend them unlocking premium forum content or tipping another creator. It could also open the door to monetizing without relying on ads — allowing creators to be rewarded directly by the community.
Of course, there are challenges. If the token has real-world value, there are legal and regulatory considerations. Technically, we’d also need to decide whether to start off-chain, storing balances within IndieAgora’s existing databases, or go straight to a blockchain like Polygon or Solana. Starting off-chain would let us test the idea first without worrying about transaction fees or compliance issues.
So, the question is: would you want to see something like this on IndieAgora?
Should we start small with an internal, site-wide reward system and see how it works before deciding whether to launch a real blockchain token later? Or would you prefer we focus on other features first?
What do you think — is an IndieAgora token worth creating?