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Protocols Built Atop ​

Counts the number of protocols that integrate with or build on this project.

Methodology ​

What We Look For ​

Other protocols building on or integrating with your project indicates infrastructure value and ecosystem adoption.

Evaluation Criteria:

  • Number of protocols integrating with your contracts
  • Number of protocols forking/building on your code
  • Active protocols (TVL > $10k or transactions within 30 days)
  • Legitimate projects (not test or abandoned)

Data Sources:

  • DeFiLlama (check "Forks" or "Protocols using" section)
  • Protocol documentation (integrations page)
  • Block explorers (contracts calling your contracts)
  • DappRadar

Significance ​

High protocol integration indicates:

  • Infrastructure/platform value
  • Developer trust
  • Network effects
  • Ecosystem position

Guide ​

Finding Information ​

Step 1: Check DeFiLlama

Visit your protocol page on DeFiLlama:

  • Look for "Forks" section
  • Check "Protocols using [your protocol]"
  • Note protocols listed

Step 2: Review Your Documentation

Check your own integration docs:

  • Listed integrations
  • Known projects using your protocol
  • Partnership announcements

Step 3: Check Contract Interactions

On block explorer:

  • Find contracts that call your contracts
  • Identify protocols integrating
  • Verify they're active

Step 4: Verify Activity

For each protocol found:

  • Check TVL (>$10k minimum)
  • Verify recent transactions (within 30 days)
  • Confirm legitimate project (not test/abandoned)

Submitting Evidence ​

When submitting protocols built atop:

  1. Protocol Count: Number of active integrating protocols

  2. Protocol List: Names of key protocols

  3. Evidence: Links showing integration:

    • DeFiLlama page
    • Integration documentation
    • Contract interaction data
    • Partnership announcements
  4. Verification: How to verify each integration

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