# WHAT ARE AIRDROPS

By [Seyitheplugg](https://paragraph.com/@seyitheplugg) · 2024-01-10

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In the context of cryptocurrency, an airdrop refers to the distribution of free tokens or coins to a group of wallet addresses. This method is often used by blockchain projects to promote their new digital assets, increase awareness, and distribute tokens to a wider audience. Airdrops are also marketing strategy that involves sending coins or token to wallet addresses

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