# How to participate in an IDO ### **Step 1: Stay updated with upcoming IDOs** Follow our official [X](https://x.com/TinyBlock_io), [Telegram,](http://t.me/tinyblock_io) and [Discord ](https://discord.gg/M2TaS3ZQhY)to catch the latest news on new IDO projects, launch dates, and whitelisting requirements.\ You can also explore the “Upcoming” section directly on TinyBlock Launchpad for details such as: * Project overview * IDO schedules * Vesting schedule * Network & allocation info

### **Step 2: Get Prepared** Each project has its own whitelisting criteria, so make sure to: * Complete quests or participate in community campaigns * Stake required tokens (if any) * Connect your wallet to verify eligibility **Tip:** Only whitelisted users can join the Guaranteed Pool. Public Pool is open for everyone. ### **Step 3: Join the IDO** Once the IDO goes live: * Visit the IDO Page on [TinyBlock](https://tinyblock.io/). * Connect your wallet

* Switch your wallet to the correct network (e.g., Ethereum, BNB Chain, etc.).

* If you are whitelisted, you will see the notice next to the pool, the commit button in the Guaranteed Pool will also be active.

* Enter your allocation (within the allowed min-max range), click on the "Commit" button and confirm the transaction. *Notes: You can commit as many times as you want, as long as the total amount does not exceed the maximum allocation.*

* After successful commitment, the system will update your committed funds.

### Step 4: Claim Remaining Funds Once the IDO ends: * The system will recalculate allocations based on total funds raised. * If your committed amount exceeds the final allocation, you’ll be able to claim back your remaining funds simply by press the "Claim remaining funds" button and confirm transaction in your wallet.

**Step 5: Claim Tokens or Refund** **At TGE you can:** * Claim token as vesting schedule. Token claim schedule will follow the vesting plan defined by the project. You can track and claim directly via the “Completed Projects” section.

* Active the Refund mechanism based on [Sentinel ](https://docs.tinyblock.io/launchpad/quickstart/shield-full-refund)or [Pivot](https://docs.tinyblock.io/launchpad/quickstart/harbor-partial-or-full-refund) IDO.

* Claim bonus if the project followed the [Grind IDO](https://docs.tinyblock.io/launchpad/quickstart/bulwark-no-refund).