🎯Member Onboarding
Welcome to Built By DAO! Your onboarding journey happens in the app—this page provides an overview of what to expect.
In the Built By DAO App
~30-45 minutes
Full membership access + first task
🚀 Start Here: app.builtbydao.com
⚡ First 5 Minutes
Get oriented before diving into full onboarding:
0:30
Click "Join" or "Sign Up"
Start account creation
1:00
Enter email + create password
Account created
2:00
Watch the 2-minute intro video
Understand the mission
4:00
Click "Continue to Wallet Setup"
Ready for the next step
Quick Win: In 5 minutes, you'll have an account and understand what Built By DAO is building. The rest of onboarding—wallet setup, profile, quiz—takes another 25-40 minutes.
📋 What Happens During Onboarding
The app guides you through everything you need to become an active member:
1️⃣ Create Account
Sign up and verify your identity
2️⃣ Watch Introduction
Quick video on Built By DAO's mission
3️⃣ Connect Wallet
Set up or connect your crypto wallet
4️⃣ Complete Profile
Tell us your skills and interests
5️⃣ Take Quiz
Confirm understanding of DAO basics
6️⃣ Get Matched
Receive your first task assignment
7️⃣ Meet Your Buddy
Connect with an experienced member
🏅 What You'll Receive
After completing onboarding:
🤝 Battle Buddy
Experienced member to help you get started
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💬 Community Access
Discord and working group invitations
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📋 Before You Start
Have these ready for a smooth onboarding:
Account creation and notifications
📱 Phone
Two-factor authentication
💳 Wallet
Coinbase Wallet or MetaMask recommended
⏰ 30+ mins
Uninterrupted time to complete
💳 Don't Have a Wallet?
No problem! The app will guide you through setting one up step-by-step.
See Wallet Setup Guide for detailed instructions.
🎖️ Your Membership Journey
After completing onboarding, you start as a Seeker (Level 1A) and progress through 14 ranks:
Foundation
🌱 Seeker → 🌿 Apprentice
Learning, first contributions
Building
🔧 Contributor → ⚙️ Operator
Reliable work, owning streams
Leadership
🎯 Specialist → 🧭 Guide
Complex work, mentoring
Governance
⚓ Anchor → 🏛️ Steward
Organizational leadership
See Membership Ranks for the complete progression system.
✅ After Your First Task
Completing your first task is a milestone. Here's what happens next:
💎 EQTBLT mints to your wallet
Your first equity in the DAO—check your balance!
📊 Activity recorded
Your contribution history begins
📋 More tasks unlock
Access to tasks matching your skills
🎯 Path to Apprentice
Continue contributing to reach Level 1B
Your First Week Checklist
Timeline to Apprentice (Level 1B)
First task completed
Day 1
5+ tasks completed
Week 1-2
Mentor relationship established
Week 2-3
Apprentice promotion review
Week 3-4
Progress depends on consistent contribution and quality work, not just time.
❓ Onboarding FAQ
How long does onboarding take? Most members complete it in 30-45 minutes.
Do I need crypto experience? No. The app walks you through wallet setup step-by-step.
Can I pause and resume later? Yes. Your progress is saved automatically.
What if I have questions during onboarding? Use the in-app chat to connect with support.
When do I start earning EQTBLT? After completing onboarding and your first task. See EQTBLT Token.
🔧 Common Issues & Solutions
Wallet Connection Problems
"Wallet not detected"
Make sure your wallet browser extension is installed and unlocked. Try refreshing the page.
"Wrong network"
Switch to Base network in your wallet. See Wallet Setup for network details.
"Transaction rejected"
You may have clicked "Reject" in your wallet. Try the action again and click "Confirm".
"Insufficient funds for gas"
You need a small amount of ETH on Base for transaction fees (~$0.01).
Account Issues
"Email already in use"
You may have started onboarding before. Try logging in instead of signing up.
"Verification email not received"
Check spam folder. If not there, click "Resend verification email".
"Can't log in"
Use "Forgot password" to reset. If wallet-connected, make sure you're using the same wallet.
Progress Issues
"Quiz won't submit"
Check your internet connection. Refresh and try again—your answers are saved.
"Stuck on a step"
Use in-app chat for real-time support. Most issues resolve in minutes.
"Lost progress"
Progress saves automatically. Log back in with the same account to continue.
Mobile Issues
Wallet app doesn't open
Make sure Coinbase Wallet or MetaMask mobile app is installed.
"Connection timeout"
Switch between WiFi and mobile data. Some networks block crypto connections.
Page doesn't load
Try clearing browser cache or using a different browser.
Still Stuck?
💬 In-app chat
Real-time help during onboarding
Detailed wallet instructions
❓ FAQ
Common questions answered
Complex issues needing follow-up
🚀 Start Onboarding
Ready to join?
👉 app.builtbydao.com — Click "Join" to begin onboarding.
🔗 Related Pages
🏛️The OrganizationWallet SetupAll Ranks❓FAQFirst TaskEQTBLT TokenLast updated