Jupiter's Governance Model
Jupiter operates as a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO). Token holders who stake JUP can vote on proposals that shape the protocol — including treasury allocation, grants, working groups, and major product decisions. This puts meaningful control in the hands of the community.
Staking JUP to Vote
To participate, you stake JUP, which converts holdings into voting power. Staking is non-custodial, and you can unstake subject to any cooldown. Voting is done at vote.jup.ag.
Active Staking Rewards (ASR)
ASR distributes rewards to stakers who actively vote, rather than rewarding passive staking. This encourages genuine participation and a healthier, more engaged governance process. Rewards can include JUP and other assets allocated by the DAO.
How Proposals Work
- Ideas are discussed in community forums.
- Formal proposals are drafted and put up for a vote.
- Staked JUP holders vote during the voting window.
- Approved proposals are executed by the DAO/working groups.
Summary
JUP governance gives the community real ownership of Jupiter. By staking to vote and earning ASR for participation, holders directly influence the protocol's treasury, grants, and roadmap. Active, informed voting is the best way to both shape Jupiter and maximize staking rewards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to stake JUP to vote?
Yes. Voting power comes from staked JUP. Unstaked tokens in your wallet do not vote.
What are Active Staking Rewards?
ASR are rewards distributed to stakers who actively participate in governance votes, aligning incentives toward engagement.
Where do I vote on Jupiter proposals?
Governance takes place on Jupiter's official voting portal at vote.jup.ag.