Roblox isn’t just a game — it’s a digital playground with tens of millions of daily users, most of them children between 9 and 15 years old.

For many, it’s the first place they build, chat, and explore online. But as with every major platform serving young audiences, keeping that experience safe is a monumental challenge.

Recent lawsuits and law-enforcement reports highlight how complex that challenge has become. Roblox reported more than 13,000 cases of sextortion and child exploitation in 2023 alone — a staggering figure that reflects not negligence, but the sheer scale of what all digital ecosystems now face.

The Industry’s Safety Challenge

Most parents assume Roblox and similar platforms are constantly monitored. In reality, the scale is overwhelming: millions of messages, interactions, and virtual spaces every hour.
Even the most advanced AI moderation systems can miss the subtleties of manipulation and coded communication that predators use.

Roblox has publicly committed to safety and continues to invest heavily in AI moderation and human review — efforts that deserve recognition. Yet as independent researcher Ben Simon (“Ruben Sim”) and others have noted, moderation at this scale is an arms race that demands new tools and deeper collaboration across the industry.

By comparison, TikTok employs more than 40,000 human moderators — over ten times Roblox’s reported staff — despite having roughly three times the daily active users.
The contrast underscores a reality no platform escapes: AI moderation is essential, but insufficient on its own.

When Games Become Gateways

Children as young as six have encountered inappropriate content, virtual strip clubs, or predatory advances within user-generated spaces. What often begins as a friendly in-game chat can shift into private messages, promises of Robux (Roblox’s digital currency), or requests for photos and money.

And exploitation isn’t always sexual. Many predators use financial manipulation, convincing kids to share account credentials or make in-game purchases on their behalf.

For parents, Roblox’s family-friendly design can create a false sense of security.
The lesson is not that Roblox is unsafe, but that no single moderation system can substitute for parental awareness and dialogue.

Even when interactions seem harmless, kids can give away more than they realize.

A name, a birthday, or a photo might seem trivial, but in the wrong hands it can open the door to identity theft.

The Hidden Threat: Child Identity Theft

A lesser-known but equally serious risk is identity theft.

When children overshare personal details — their full name, birthdate, school, address, or even family information — online or with strangers, that data can be used to impersonate them.

Because minors rarely have active financial records, child identity theft often goes undetected for years, sometimes until they apply for a driver’s license, a student loan, or their first job.
By then, the damage can be profound: financial loss, credit score damage, and emotional stress. Restoring a stolen identity can require years of effort, documentation, and legal action.

The best defense is prevention.

Teach children early why their personal information should never be shared publicly or in private chats — and remind them that real friends never need to know everything about you to play together online.

AI Moderation Needs Human Partnership

AI moderation remains reactive.

Algorithms flag suspicious language, but they can’t interpret tone, hesitation, or the subtle erosion of boundaries that signals grooming.

Predators evolve faster than filters — which means the answer isn’t more AI for the platform, but smarter AI for the family.

The Limits of Centralized AI

‍The truth is, today’s moderation AI isn’t really designed to protect people; it’s designed to protect platforms. Its job is to reduce liability, flag content, and preserve brand safety at scale. But in doing so, it often treats users as data points, not individuals.

This is the paradox of centralized AI safety: the bigger it gets, the less it understands.

It can process millions of messages a second — but not the intent behind them. It can delete an account in a millisecond, but can’t tell whether it’s protecting a child or punishing a joke.

That’s why the future of safety can’t live inside one corporate algorithm. It has to live with the individual — in personal AI agents that see context, respect consent, and act in the user’s best interest. Instead of a single moderation brain governing millions, every family deserves an AI partner that watches with understanding, not suspicion.

A system that exists to protect them, not the platform.

The Future of Child Safety: Collaboration, Not Competition

The Roblox story underscores an industry-wide truth: safety can’t be one-size-fits-all.
Every child’s online experience is different — and protecting it requires both platform vigilance and parent empowerment.

At Permission, we believe the next generation of online safety will come from collaboration, not competition. Instead of replacing platform systems, our personal AI agents complement them — giving parents visibility and peace of mind while supporting the broader ecosystem of trust that companies like Roblox are working to build.

From one-size-fits-all moderation to one-AI-per-family insight — in harmony with the platforms kids already love.

Each family’s AI guardian can learn their child’s unique patterns, highlight potential risks across apps, and summarize activity in clear, ethical reports that parents control.
That’s what we mean by ethical visibility — insight without invasion.

You can explore this philosophy further in our upcoming piece:
➡️ Monitoring Without Spying: How to Build Digital Trust With Your Child (link coming soon)

What Parents Can Do Now

Until personalized AI guardians are widespread, families can take practical steps today:

• Talk early and often. Make online safety part of everyday conversation.
  
  
• Ask, don’t accuse. Curiosity builds trust; interrogation breeds secrecy.
  
  
• Play together. Experience games and chat environments firsthand.
  
  
• Set boundaries collaboratively. Agree on rules, timing, and social norms.
  
  
• Teach red flags. Encourage your child to tell you when something feels wrong — without fear of punishment.

A Shared Responsibility

The recent Roblox lawsuits remind all of us just how complicated parenting in the digital world can feel. It’s not just about rules or apps: it’s about guiding your kids through a space that changes faster than any of us could have imagined! 

And the truth is, everyone involved wants the same thing: a digital world where kids can explore safely, confidently, and with the freedom to just be kids.

At Permission, we’re committed to building an AI that understands what matters, respects your family’s boundaries, and puts consent at the center of every interaction.

For years, Permission has championed a simple idea: your data has value, and you deserve to be rewarded for it. Our mission is clear: to enable individuals to own their data and be compensated when it’s used. Until now, we’ve made that possible through our opt-in experience, giving you the choice to engage and earn.

But the internet is evolving, and so are we.

Now, with the rise of AI, our vision has never been more relevant. The world is waking up to the fact that data is the fuel driving digital intelligence, and individuals should be the ones who benefit directly from it.

The time is now. AI has created both the urgency and the infrastructure to finally make our vision real. The solution is the "Permission Agent: The Personal AI that Pays You."

‍What is the Permission Agent?

The Permission Agent is your own AI-powered digital assistant - it knows you, works for you, and turns your data into a revenue stream.

Running seamlessly in your browser, it manages your consent across the digital world while identifying the moments when your data has value, making sure you are the one who gets rewarded.

In essence, it acts as your personal representative in the online economy, constantly spotting opportunities, securing your rewards, and giving you back control of your digital life.

Human data powers the next generation of AI, and for it to be trusted it must be verified, auditable, and permissioned. Most importantly, it must reward the people who provide it. With the Permission Agent, this vision becomes reality: your data is safeguarded, your consent is respected, and you are compensated every step of the way.

This is more than a seamless way to earn. It’s a bold step toward a future where the internet is rebuilt around trust, transparency, and fairness - with people at the center.

‍Passive Earning and Compounded Referral Rewards

With the Permission Agent, earning isn’t just smarter - it’s continuous and always working in the background. As you browse normally, your Agent quietly unlocks opportunities and secures rewards on your behalf.

Beyond this passive earning, the value multiplies when you invite friends to Permission. Instead of a one-time referral bonus, you’ll earn a percentage of everything your friends earn, for life. Each time they browse, engage, and collect rewards, you benefit too — and the more friends you bring in, the greater your earnings become.

All rewards are paid in $ASK, the token that powers the Permission ecosystem. Whether you choose to redeem, trade for cash or crypto, or save and accumulate, the more you collect, the more value you unlock.

Changes to Permission Platform

Our mission has always been to create a fair internet - one where people truly own their data and get rewarded for it. The opt-in experience was an important first step, opening the door to a world where individuals could engage and earn. But now it’s time to evolve.

Effective October 1st, the following platform changes will be implemented:

• Branded daily offers will no longer appear in their current form.  
• The Earn Marketplace will be transformed into Personalize Your AI - a new way to earn by taking actions that help your Agent better understand you, bringing you even greater personalization and value.
• The browser extension will be the primary surface for earning from your data, and, should you choose to activate passive earning, you’ll benefit from ongoing rewards as your Agent works for you in the background.

With the Permission Agent, you gain a proactive partner that works for you around the clock — unlocking rewards, protecting your data, and ensuring you benefit from every opportunity,  without needing to constantly make manual decisions.

‍How to Get Started

Getting set up takes just a few minutes:

1. Download the Permission Agent (browser extension)
   
   
2. Activate it to claim your ASK token bonus
   
   
3. Browse as usual — your Agent works in the background to find earning opportunities for you
   
   

The more you use it, the more it learns how to unlock rewards and maximize the value of your time online.

A New Era of the Internet

This isn’t just a new tool - it’s a turning point.

The Permission Agent marks the beginning of a digital world where people truly own their data, decide when and how to share it, and are rewarded every step of the way.

The Internet Wasn’t Built for You

The internet has always promised more than it delivered. Web1 gave us access. Web2 gave us interactivity. Web3 introduced decentralization.

But none of them fully delivered on the promise of giving users actual control over their identity and data. Each iteration has made technical strides, but has often traded one form of centralization for another. The early internet was academic and open but difficult to use. Web2 simplified access and enabled user-generated content, but consolidated power within a handful of massive platforms. Web3 attempted to shift control back to individuals, but in many cases it only replaced platform monopolies with protocol monopolies, often steered by investors rather than users.

This brings us to the newest proposal in the evolution of the internet: Web5. It is not simply a new version number. It is an entirely new architecture and a philosophical reset. Web5 is not about adding features to the existing internet. It is about reclaiming its original promise: a digital environment where people are the primary stakeholders and where privacy, data ownership, and user autonomy are fundamental principles rather than afterthoughts.

What Is Web5?

Web5 is a proposed new iteration of the internet that emphasizes user sovereignty, decentralized identity, and data control at the individual level. The term was introduced by TBD, a division of Block (formerly Square), led by Jack Dorsey. The concept merges the usability and familiarity of Web2 with the decentralization aims of Web3, but seeks to go further by eliminating dependencies on centralized platforms, third-party identities, and even the token-centric incentives common in the Web3 space.

At the heart of Web5 is a recognition that true decentralization cannot exist unless individuals can own and manage their identity and data independently of the platforms and applications they use. Web5 imagines a future where your digital identity is yours alone and cannot be revoked, sold, or siloed by anyone else. Your data lives in a secure location you control, and you grant or revoke access to it on your terms.

In essence, Web5 is not about redesigning the internet from scratch. It is about rewriting its relationship with the people who use it.

The Building Blocks of Web5

Web5 is built on several core components that enable a truly user-centric and decentralized experience. These include:

Decentralized Identifiers (DIDs)

DIDs are globally unique identifiers created, owned, and controlled by individuals. Unlike traditional usernames, email addresses, or OAuth logins, DIDs are not tied to any centralized provider. They are cryptographic identities that function independently of any specific platform.

In Web5, your DID serves as your universal passport. You can use it to authenticate yourself across different services without having to create new accounts or hand over personal data to each provider. More importantly, your DID is yours alone. No company or platform can take it away from you, lock you out, or monetize it without your permission.

Verifiable Credentials (VCs)

Verifiable credentials are digitally signed claims about a person or entity. Think of them as secure, cryptographically verifiable versions of driver’s licenses, university degrees, or customer loyalty cards.

These credentials are stored in a user’s own digital wallet and are linked to their DID. They can be presented to other parties as needed, without requiring a centralized intermediary. For example, instead of submitting your passport to a website for identity verification, you could present a VC that confirms your citizenship status or age, verified by an issuer you trust.

This reduces the need for repetitive, invasive data collection and helps prevent identity theft, fraud, and data misuse.

Decentralized Web Nodes (DWNs)

DWNs are user-controlled data stores that operate in a peer-to-peer manner. They serve as both storage and messaging layers, allowing individuals to manage and share their data without relying on centralized cloud infrastructure.

In practice, this means that your messages, files, and personal information live on your own node. Applications can request access to specific data from your DWN, and you decide whether to grant or deny that request. If you stop using the app or no longer trust it, you simply revoke access. Your data stays with you.

DWNs make it possible to separate data from applications. This creates a clear boundary between ownership and access and transforms the way digital services are designed.

Decentralized Web Apps (DWAs)

DWAs are applications that run in a web environment but operate differently than traditional apps. Instead of storing user data in their own back-end infrastructure, DWAs are designed to request and interact with data that resides in a user’s DWN.

This architectural shift changes the power dynamic between users and developers. In Web2, developers collect and control your data. In Web5, they build applications that respond to your data preferences. The app becomes a guest in your ecosystem, not the other way around.

Web5 vs. Web3: A Clearer Distinction

While Web3 and Web5 share some vocabulary, they differ significantly in their goals and structure.

Web3 has been a meaningful step toward decentralization, particularly in finance and asset ownership. However, it often recreates centralization through the influence of early investors, reliance on large protocols, and opaque governance structures. Web5 aims to eliminate these dependencies altogether.

Why Web5 Matters in a Post-Privacy Era

Data privacy is no longer a niche concern. It is a mainstream issue affecting billions of people. From the fallout of the Cambridge Analytica scandal to the enactment of global privacy regulations like GDPR and CPRA, there is a growing consensus that the existing digital model is broken.

Web5 does not wait for regulatory pressure to enforce ethical practices. It bakes them into the infrastructure. By placing individuals at the center of data ownership and removing the need for constant surveillance-based monetization, Web5 allows for the creation of a digital ecosystem that respects boundaries, preferences, and consent by design.

In a world where AI is increasingly powered by massive data collection, Web5 offers a powerful counterbalance. It allows individuals to decide whether their data is included in training models, marketing campaigns, or platform personalization strategies.

How AI Supercharges the Promise of Web5

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping every part of the internet — from the way content is generated to how decisions are made about what we see, buy, and believe. But the power behind AI doesn’t come from the models themselves. It comes from the data they’re trained on.

Today, that data is often taken without consent. Every click, view, scroll, and purchase becomes raw material for algorithms, enriching platforms while users are left with no control and no compensation.

This is where Web5 comes in.

By combining the decentralization goals of Web3 with the intelligence of AI, Web5 offers a blueprint for a more ethical digital future — one where individuals decide how their data is used, who can access it, and whether it should train an AI at all. In a Web5 world, your data lives in your own vault, tied to your decentralized identity. You can choose to share it, restrict it, or even monetize it.

That’s the real promise: an internet that respects your privacy and pays you for your data.

Rather than resisting AI, Web5 gives us a way to integrate it responsibly. It ensures that intelligence doesn’t come at the cost of autonomy — and that the next era of the internet is built around consent, not extraction.

The Role of Permission.io in the Web5 Movement

At Permission.io, we have always believed that individuals should benefit from the value their data creates. Our platform is built around the idea of earning through consent. Web5 provides the technological framework that aligns perfectly with this philosophy.

We do not believe that privacy and innovation are mutually exclusive. Instead, we believe that ethical data practices are the foundation of a more effective, sustainable, and human-centered internet. That is why our $ASK token allows users to earn rewards for data sharing in a transparent, voluntary manner.

As Web5 standards evolve, we will continue to integrate its principles into our ecosystem. Whether through decentralized identity, personal data vaults, or privacy-first interfaces, Permission.io will remain at the forefront of giving users control and compensation in a world driven by AI and data.

Conclusion: The Internet Is Growing Up

The internet is entering its fourth decade. Its adolescence was defined by explosive growth, centralization, and profit-first platforms. Its adulthood must be defined by ethics, sovereignty, and resilience.

Web5 is not just a concept. It is a movement toward restoring balance between platforms and people. It challenges developers to build differently. It invites users to reclaim their autonomy. And it sets a precedent for how we should think about identity, ownership, and trust in a digitally saturated world.

Web5 is not inevitable. It is a choice. But it is a choice that more people are ready to make.

Own Your Data. Build the Future.

Permission.io is proud to be a participant in the new internet—one where you are not the product, but the owner. If you believe that the future of the internet should be user-driven, privacy-first, and reward-based, you are in the right place.

Start earning with Permission.

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Protect your identity.

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Take control of your data in Web5 and the age of AI.

Artificial Intelligence is advancing faster than anyone imagined. But underneath the innovation lies a fundamental problem: it runs on stolen data.

Your personal searches, clicks, purchases, and habits have been quietly scraped, repackaged, and monetized, all without your consent. Big Tech built today’s most powerful AI systems on a mountain of behavioral data that users never agreed to give. It’s efficient, yes. But it’s also broken.

Identic AI offers a new path. A vision of artificial intelligence that doesn’t exploit you, but respects you. One where privacy, accuracy, and transparency aren’t afterthoughts…they’re the foundation.

The Current Landscape of AI

AI is reshaping industries at breakneck speed. From advertising to healthcare to finance, algorithms are optimizing everything, including targeting, diagnostics, forecasting, and more. We are witnessing smarter search, personalized shopping, and hyper-automated digital experiences.

But what powers all of this intelligence? The answer is simple: data. Every interaction, swipe, and search adds fuel to the machine. The smarter AI gets, the more it demands. And that’s where the cracks begin to show.

‍The Data Problem in AI

Most of today’s AI models are trained on data that was never truly given. It is scraped from websites, logged from apps, and extracted from your online behavior without explicit consent. Then it is bought, sold, and resold with zero transparency and zero benefit to the person who created it.

This system isn’t just flawed; it is exploitative. The very people generating the data are left out of the value chain. Their information powers billion-dollar innovations, while they are kept in the dark.

‍Identic AI: A New Paradigm for Ethical AI

Identic AI is a concept that reimagines the foundation of artificial intelligence. Instead of running on unconsented data, it operates on permissioned information, which is data that users have explicitly agreed to share.

It’s powered by zero-party data, voluntarily and transparently contributed by individuals. This creates not only a more ethical system, but a smarter one. Data shared intentionally is often more accurate, more contextual, and more valuable.

Identic AI ensures transparency from end to end. Users know exactly what they’re sharing, how it’s being used, and what they gain in return.

How Identic AI Solves Major AI Challenges

Privacy Compliance
Identic AI is designed to align with global privacy laws like GDPR and CCPA. Instead of retrofitting compliance, it begins with consent by default.

Trust and Transparency
It eliminates the "black box" dynamic. Users can see how their data is used to train and fuel AI models, which restores confidence in the process.

Data Accuracy
Willingly shared data is more reliable. When users understand the purpose, they provide better inputs, which leads to better outputs.

Fair Compensation
Identic AI proposes a model where data contributors are no longer invisible. They are participants, and they are rewarded for their contributions.

The Future with Identic AI

Imagine a digital world where every interaction is a clear value exchange. Where people aren't just data points but stakeholders. Where AI systems respect boundaries instead of bypassing them.

Identic AI sets the precedent for this future. It proves that artificial intelligence can be powerful without being predatory. Performance and ethics are not mutually exclusive; they are mutually reinforcing.

How Permission Powers the Identic AI Movement

At Permission.io, we’re building the infrastructure to bring this model to life. Our platform enables users to earn ASK tokens in exchange for sharing data, with full knowledge, full control, and full transparency.

We’re laying the groundwork for AI systems that run on consent, not coercion. Our mission is to create a more equitable internet, where users don’t just use technology. They benefit from it.

Your Data. Your Terms. Your Share of the AI Economy.

If you’re tired of giving your data away for free, join a platform that puts you back in control.

Sign up at Permission.ai and start earning with every click, every search, and every insight you choose to share.

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We are thrilled to announce Permission's new and generous referral program is now live, effective May 15, 2025.

At Permission, we believe your data is extremely valuable—and YOU should be rewarded when you share it. ASK is the fuel that powers your journey in the Permission ecosystem. As a Permission user, you’re not just taking back control of your data—you’re owning it and earning real rewards every step of the way.

Every time you show up, take action, or invite friends into Permission, you collect ASK tokens. These tokens track your contributions and grow your stake in a fair and transparent digital economy.

Think of ASK as your digital footprint. The more active you are—and the more friends you invite—the more you stack your ASK.

What Are ASK Tokens?

• Sign Up and Verify: When you create and verify your Permission account, you earn ASK instantly.
• Opt In to Share Your Data: Choose which data you share. Each time you participate in opt-in campaigns—whether completing a survey or engaging with a brand—you earn ASK based on the value of that data.
• Refer Friends Who Sign Up and Verify: Share your unique referral link and earn ASK when your friends join Permission.
• Earn on Your Referrals' Data Sharing Activities: When your direct referrals participate in data-sharing campaigns, you earn 10% of the ASK they earn—passive income generated simply by expanding your network.
• Earn When Your Referrals Grow Their Network: When one of your direct referrals hits 10 successful referrals, you receive a one-time bonus of 10,000 ASK—and your referral earns 5,000 ASK for expanding the network.

The number of tokens you collect depends on how active you are and how big your referral network becomes. Every interaction adds to your ASK stack, growing your earnings with each new connection.

Invite and Earn More ASK

Inviting friends and family is where the exponential potential lies. Here is how our active Permission Referral Network works:

1. Your invitee signs up and verifies their account.
2. They receive their full signup reward immediately.
3. You receive a signup bonus and 10 percent of any ASK they earn from data-sharing and campaigns.

There is no limit to the number of people you can invite. Each new verified user becomes a source of ongoing rewards.

Milestone Bonuses

We reward sustained growth. As your direct referrals accumulate, you unlock milestone bonuses:

• 5 Referrals: Receive a one-time bonus of 5,000 ASK.
• 10 Referrals: Receive a one-time bonus of 10,000 ASK.
• Referral Milestones: When one of your direct referrals hits 10 successful referrals, you receive a one-time bonus of 10,000 ASK—and your referral earns 5,000 ASK for expanding the network.

Top referrers gain early access to special earning opportunities and beta features.

How It Works in Practice

Your referral earnings are calculated and disbursed once a month to keep things predictable. Here is the timeline:

1. By the end of each month: We tally all new direct referrals who have signed up, verified, and engaged.
2. On the 15th of the next month: We deposit your 10 percent of their earned ASK and any milestone rewards directly into your Permission wallet.
3. Dashboard Access: You can view detailed referral and bonus history on your dashboard at any time.

Real-World Examples

Example 1: Alex's Growth Story

Alex invites Jamie to Permission. Jamie signs up and verifies her account, earning 1,000 ASK. Alex also receives 1,000 ASK as a signup bonus. Over the next month, Jamie shares her data and completes campaigns, earning 5,000 ASK. Alex gets 10%, receiving 500 ASK automatically.

The next month, Jamie refers her friend Morgan, who signs up, verifies, and starts earning ASK. Because Morgan is part of Jamie’s network, Alex earns another 10% of Morgan’s ASK activity, all without lifting a finger.

By the end of three months, Alex has earned 1,000 ASK (signup), 500 ASK (Jamie's activity), and 200 ASK (Morgan's activity) — 1,700 ASK in total from just one initial referral.

Bonus Time: In Month 4, Jamie reaches 10 successful referrals. Alex receives a 10,000 ASK bonus, and Jamie earns 5,000 ASK as a reward for building her network.

Example 2: Building a Passive ASK Tree

Imagine Sarah refers five friends, each of whom verifies and starts earning ASK. Sarah receives 1,000 ASK per friend, totaling 5,000 ASK. Now, those friends begin referring others. Sarah not only receives 10% of her direct referrals' earnings but also hits the Milestone Bonus for 5 referrals, unlocking an additional 5,000 ASK.

Sarah’s network continues to grow, each branch feeding back into her ASK balance. This is the true power of exponential growth—small actions that multiply into real, ongoing rewards.

The Power of Quality Over Quantity

The real secret to maximizing your ASK earnings isn’t just about bringing in tons of people—it’s about bringing in the right people. High-quality, engaged users mean more data sharing, more opt-ins, and more ASK flowing back to you.

Invite friends, colleagues, family—anyone who wants to take control of their data and earn along the way. One good referral can spark a whole network of growth.

Why This Matters: Passive Earnings and Data Monetization

When brands use that zero-party data for targeted marketing, or when it’s fed into AI models to power smarter campaigns, you earn even more ASK.

Every time your data is used in an AI marketing campaign, you get paid. And when your referrals permission their data and it’s leveraged in targeted advertising, YOU EARN TOO.

Stack Your ASK: More Data, More Earnings

One of the biggest opportunities within the Permission ecosystem is the ability to stack your ASK. The more data you share—on your terms—the more you earn.

• Wallet connections: Share on-chain data for deeper insights and earn more.
• Survey participation: Answer questions about your preferences and earn additional ASK.
• Permission Connect: Opt into branded offers and get rewarded instantly.
• AI-Powered Campaigns: When your data is fed into AI models for targeted marketing, you continue to earn ASK.

Every click, every share, and every opt-in that happens in your network stacks your ASK. And when you invite others, that stack only grows. It’s not just about earning—it’s about building a foundation for passive income that lasts.

Get Ready. Start Earning. Own Your Data.

This is just the beginning. The Permission Referral Network will change how you think about earning online. Don’t just watch it happen—be a part of it.

Getting Started Is Simple

1. Verify your account today to claim your first ASK.
2. Copy your referral link from the dashboard.
3. Share it with friends, family, and colleagues.
4. Watch your network grow and check your wallet on the 15th of each month for bonus deposits.

There’s no ceiling on what you can earn. Build your referral tree, engage with offers, and let ASK work for you—month after month.

Join the Permission Referral Network today. Share your link, build your network, and multiply your rewards.

For more information about eligibility and other Referral Program details, please refer to our Terms of Use.

The rise of generative AI models like ChatGPT, Google Bard, and others has sparked a critical dialogue around data privacy and the ethics of large-scale data collection. Recently, regulatory crackdowns and high-profile lawsuits have highlighted a growing awareness: individuals deserve control—and compensation—for the use of their personal data in AI training and digital advertising. Permission.io is stepping up to meet this moment, empowering users to take back ownership of their data and earn for its use.

The Problem: Your Data, Their Profit

Major tech companies have built their empires on the back of user-generated data. For years, every click, search, and online interaction has been quietly harvested, aggregated, and monetized—without user consent or compensation. In the context of AI, this data is even more valuable. Large Language Models (LLMs) like those developed by OpenAI, Google, and others require enormous datasets to improve their accuracy and responsiveness. But whose data is it? And who profits from its use?

A flurry of lawsuits in recent months is challenging this very notion. Legal action against tech giants is setting new precedents, arguing that personal data cannot be used to train AI models without explicit consent. This shift represents a seismic change in digital rights, demanding that users be recognized—and rewarded—for the value their data brings to AI systems.

The Opportunity: Data Monetization with Permission

At Permission, we believe that your data is your property, and you should be rewarded for it. Our platform is redefining how data is used in digital advertising and AI by putting control back in your hands. When advertisers want access to your data, they ASK for it—literally. You get to decide what information you share and are compensated for it in ASK tokens, Permission's native cryptocurrency.

And soon, you won't just earn from typical advertising interactions. We're building toward a future where you can monetize data currently being harvested for free: financial transactions, streaming habits, smart home interactions, and more. These are the same data streams that companies have been exploiting without rewarding you—and we're changing that narrative.

How It Works

1. Create a Wallet – Setting up your Permission.io wallet is simple and secure. This is where you’ll store your ASK earnings.
2. Share Data, Earn ASK – Through our platform, you can choose what data to share—whether it’s your interests, browsing behavior, or survey responses—and get paid in ASK every time you opt-in.
3. Monetize External Data Sources – Soon, you’ll be able to bring in data from platforms that currently harvest it for free—think search engines, social media networks, and even wearables. Permission.io is developing ways for you to claim and monetize this information. That means more earning potential from data that’s currently being taken for free.
4. Spend or Trade Your ASK – Use your ASK to redeem rewards, make purchases, or trade on supported exchanges. Your data, your earnings, your choice.

The Future of Data Ownership

The trajectory of Large Language Models is compelling. As model sizes shrink and inference costs plummet—points well-articulated in Google Cloud's recent piece “Future of AI: Perspectives for Startups”—we’re rapidly approaching a paradigm shift. Soon, on-device LLM agents will manage personal data, triggering services on your behalf with zero-knowledge proofs to ensure privacy.

Imagine a world where your personal AI negotiates with advertisers, managing what they can see and paying you directly in ASK for each interaction. Instead of tech giants unilaterally profiting from your personal interactions, you could be earning each time your data is used to train models or target advertising. That’s not just fair—it’s the future.

Leading the Charge

While other companies are just beginning to explore data ownership models, Permission is already rewarding users for their data. With a decentralized platform, robust privacy protections, and real earning opportunities, we are leading the charge in this new era of user-first advertising.

And this is just the beginning. As AI evolves, so too will Permission’s offerings—creating even more ways for you to earn from what’s rightfully yours.

Join the Movement

Your data is valuable. It’s time you were paid for it. Join Permission.io and start earning from the information you share. It’s your data—own it, control it, earn from it.

Sign Up and Start Earning

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 $ASK Expands Cross-Chain Access with LayerZero Integration

We’re excited to announce that ASK, the reward token for permission-based data sharing, has integrated with LayerZero, the leading cross-chain interoperability protocol.

This transition marks a major milestone in ASK’s evolution. LayerZero integration allows ASK to move seamlessly across blockchains—unlocking wider accessibility, deeper liquidity, and a foundation for long-term scalability.

By leveraging LayerZero’s infrastructure, ASK can now move between supported chains without requiring asset swaps or re-minting, making it easier than ever for users to access, trade, and use ASK.

Our vision is to make ASK the standard token for data ownership—empowering individuals to permission their data and be compensated every time it’s shared. Interoperability is central to that mission.

LayerZero makes ASK truly omnichain, ensuring it can live wherever users and advertisers are.

Why LayerZero Matters for ASK

By integrating LayerZero, ASK now benefits from:

• Omnichain Interoperability: ASK can now move natively across multiple blockchain ecosystems—expanding reach, composability, and user access without the need for wrapping or swapping. This means users can bridge their ASK tokens between supported networks while maintaining liquidity and usability across different platforms.
  
• Future-Proof Infrastructure: LayerZero’s lightweight messaging and decentralized security model enable ASK to scale into new networks and use cases with minimal friction.
• Enhanced Liquidity and Ecosystem Access: ASK can tap into broader DeFi liquidity pools across supported chains, increasing availability for users and partners.
• Trust and Transparency by Design: Every permission and reward is immutably recorded on-chain—creating an auditable trail and future-proofing data ownership and compliance in an increasingly regulated world..

What This Means for Users

ASK holders now enjoy a seamless and scalable experience:

• Expanded access to ASK across LayerZero-supported chains
• Continued support for ASK on Polygon, where ASK was originally launched
• Low-fee, fast transactions on Base
• Cross-chain flexibility to move ASK where it’s most useful
• Transparency through on-chain tracking of every permission and reward
• Compatibility with leading wallets and dApps, including Coinbase Wallet and Stargate
• Participate in upcoming campaigns, rewards, and staking opportunities powered by the expanded network.

Whether users first earned ASK on Polygon or are just getting started on Base, they now have more flexibility than ever to hold, move, and use ASK across a growing ecosystem.

Base + LayerZero: Scaling Permission-Based Innovation

ASK's LayerZero deployment builds on its initial launch on Base, Coinbase’s Layer 2 network. Base's fast, low-cost environment will continue to serve as the foundation for new liquidity, utility, and adoption opportunities—now with LayerZero-powered cross-chain capabilities.

As a key part of its growth strategy, ASK remains committed to building on Base—a chain that has rapidly become a hub for on-chain adoption:

• 8M+ total users onboarded
• 2.5M+ daily transactions
• $1.6B+ in total value locked (TVL)

LayerZero supercharges this foundation, enabling ASK to become a truly omnichain rewards asset—powering trusted, transparent, and user-centric data exchange.

How to Access ASK on Base:

The official ASK smart contract on Base: 0xBB146326778227A8498b105a18f84E0987A684b4 View on BaseScan

An ASK liquidity pool has been deployed on Aerodrome, Base’s leading decentralized exchange. To access the USDC-ASK pool, connect to Aerodrome’s DeFi exchange on the Base network via your Coinbase Wallet. 

IMPORTANT: Be sure to confirm you are using the correct ASK token contract address: 0xBB146326778227A8498b105a18f84E0987A684b4

Once connected, you can easily buy, sell and trade your ASK.

Notice to holders of ASK on Base Prior to Layer-Zero Integration

We understand that certain users may have initially bridged their ASK tokens to Base via Wormhole or may have participated in the prior liquidity pool on Aerodrome. As part of our migration to Layer-Zero, prior pool and associated token contract will be deprecated and liquidity will be accessible via the new pool. 

To ensure a smooth transition to LayerZero, we are offering dedicated support to help users move their ASK tokens to the new liquidity pool efficiently.

• Step 1: Visit our official bridging support page.
• Step 2: Follow the guided steps to securely transition your ASK holdings from Wormhole to LayerZero.
• Step 3: If you encounter any issues, our support team is available to assist at support@permission.ai.

For personalized assistance, please reach out to our customer support team via our official Telegram, Discord, or email support channels. We are committed to making this transition as seamless as possible for all ASK holders.

Coming Soon

In the coming weeks and months, expect:

• Exciting campaigns and reward incentives
• New liquidity pools and staking opportunities
• Enhanced cross-chain features powered by LayerZero

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IMPORTANT! Wormhole-bridged ASK on Base (“wrapped ASK”) will no longer be supported.

To enable continued support and future functionality of ASK on Base, we are migrating to LayerZero as our bridging protocol.

As part of this transition, all holders of Wormhole-bridged ASK on Base will need to repatriate their tokens back to Polygon and then bridge to Base via LayerZero. 

As part of this migration, all Liquidity Pools for wrapped ASK on Base will now be exclusively associated with the following contract address on LayerZero: 0xBB146326778227A8498b105a18f84E0987A684b4. 

Going forward, the token Contract for ASK on Base will be: 0xBB146326778227A8498b105a18f84E0987A684b4.  

⚠️ Why This Matters

• Wormhole-bridged ASK on Base (“wrapped ASK”) will no longer be supported.
• All LPs associated with wrapped ASK on Base via Wormhole will not be tradable.
• Once migration is complete, the token contract address for wrapped ASK on Base (0x79322CEE6C90735b967d2396b9ADc392915aeBB6) will be deprecated, and this asset will no longer be available on Base. 

🔁 Action Required‍

Please follow these two steps to complete the transition:

Step 1: Bridge ASK from Base to Polygon via Wormhole

1. Visit https://portalbridge.com/ and connect your wallet.
2. Buy or send some ETH on Base to pay for the transaction fees.
3. Select Base as the source chain (copy the token contract: 0x79322CEE6C90735b967d2396b9ADc392915aeBB6) and Polygon as the destination.
4. Bridge your ASK tokens from Base back to Polygon.

Confirm the transaction in your wallet.

Step 2: Bridge ASK from Polygon to Base via Stargate

1. Visit the LayerZero bridge at https://stargate.finance/bridge (or supported dApp).
2. Select Polygon as the source chain and Base as the destination.
3. Enter the new ASK contract address on Base:
   • Contract Address: 0xBB146326778227A8498b105a18f84E0987A684b4
4. Bridge your ASK tokens to Base.
5. Confirm the transaction in your wallet.

For any assistance, feel free to reach out via our Support Page.

Thank you for being part of the ASK ecosystem.

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ASK is an ERC20 token that operates on the Polygon Network. Therefore, in order to perform operations involving blockchain transactions, such as sending ASK from your wallet or redeeming your ASK, you need to have some POL. POL is essential for facilitating these transactions within the Polygon ecosystem.

This article will guide you through the process of adding POL to your Permission wallet, ensuring you can seamlessly conduct operations on the Permission platform.

‍1. Get your Permission address: Once you are logged in to your Permission account, navigate to ‘Wallet’.

Copy the address. You will paste this address in the wallet you are sending POL from.

2. Transfer POL to your Permission wallet - example with Metamask

Note: You should have some POL in one of your Metamask wallets. You can get POL (MATIC) on most major cryptocurrency exchanges, including platforms like Binance, Coinbase, Kraken, Gemini, or decentralized exchanges like Uniswap.

If you are using MetaMask to send POL, you may follow these instructions.

First, be sure you are on the Polygon network as shown here:

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Next, click Send.

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Paste your Permission wallet address in the space under ‘Send to’:

Type in how much POL you want to send, and then select Next.

Once you have reviewed all of the details of the transaction, click confirm.

Once the transaction processes, you will now have a balance of POL in your Permission wallet and can process transactions via the ‘Wallet’ page (by using the Send feature or the Redeem page).

Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, investment advice, or a recommendation to buy or sell any cryptocurrency. Always conduct your own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

The process described above is a general description of how to transfer POL to your Permission wallet address and represents the typical user experience. However, this process may differ depending on the wallets you are interacting with. So, please be extremely careful and cautious when transmitting assets on the blockchain. Permission is not responsible for assets lost.

We’re thrilled to announce that ASK, the groundbreaking token redefining data ownership and rewards, is now live on Base—Coinbase’s layer-2 blockchain and one of the most dynamic ecosystems in Web3.

With over 350,000 monthly active users, Permission is leading the way in empowering individuals to take control and most importantly, own their data. ASK lets users earn by sharing data with brands in a privacy-first, transparent way. Now, with ASK's expansion to  Base, our community and partners can unlock lightning-fast transactions, ultra-low fees, and tap into the growing Base ecosystem of millions of users. 

Users can buy, sell, and trade ASK on Base via the Coinbase Wallet.

This launch marks a major milestone in our journey to make ASK the go-to token for data ownership, monetization, and rewards-driven advertising. Get ready to experience the future of web3, where you own your data and get rewarded for it.

Why Base?

Since its launch, Base has become a powerhouse for decentralized innovation:

• Over 8 million users onboarded 
• More than 2.5 million transactions daily
• $1.6 billion+ in total value locked (TVL) across Base-based protocols

Base offers extremely low fees and a seamless onboarding experience, making it an ideal home for companies like Permission that prioritize mainstream adoption and innovation.

ASK’s Utility: Empowering Data Ownership and Consent

The ASK token powers the Permission ecosystem, providing utility across every part of the platform:

• Opt-in Rewards: Users earn ASK for opting in to share data with brands
• Enhanced Brand Engagement: Brands can build direct, trusted relationships with consumers
• Data-Driven Transparency: ASK enables a compliant data exchange that builds trust

Traditionally, loyalty points and rewards programs have functioned as analog, siloed assets with limited interoperability and flexibility. These reward points exist in closed ecosystems, locking value within narrowly defined parameters of use.

Key RWA Characteristics Embedded in ASK:

By leveraging tokenization, ASK transforms the intrinsic value of user engagement into a verifiable, transferable, and composable digital asset, empowering users with unprecedented control over their rewards:

• Tangible Connection to Real-World Activities: ASK tokens are earned through verifiable user engagement with advertiser-driven content—representing measurable, real-world behavior.
• Asset Liquidity and Flexibility: By tokenizing rewards points, ASK enhances user autonomy, enabling broader opportunities for redemption, staking, or trading compared to static loyalty points.
• Transparency and Ownership: ASK operates on a secure blockchain, ensuring that users have provable ownership and real-time insight into their holdings, removing ambiguity that exists in conventional loyalty systems.

ASK bridges the gap between advertiser-driven engagement rewards and real financial utility by allowing users to accumulate, hold, and utilize value in a way previously reserved for traditional financial markets.

By joining Base, ASK gains access to a broader DeFi ecosystem, increasing its liquidity and making it easier than ever for users to engage with and earn ASK rewards.

Where to Trade ASK on Base

ASK liquidity is now live on Base, with trading available on leading decentralized exchanges, including:

• Aerodrome

The official ASK smart contract on Base is:

0x79322cee6c90735b967d2396b9adc392915aebb6

The Token Tracker is:

https://basescan.org/address/0x79322cee6c90735b967d2396b9adc392915aebb6

What’s Next for ASK on Base?

With ASK’s launch on Base, we’re accelerating our vision to build the first web3 rewards platform for compliant, permission-based marketing—where users have a one-on-one relationship with brands and own their data.

This is just the beginning—over the coming weeks and months, we’ll be rolling out exciting campaigns, lucrative liquidity incentives, and new features designed to supercharge the ASK ecosystem and drive adoption.

We’re proud to align with Base’s mission of bringing the next billion users on-chain, empowering individuals to own and monetize their data in ways never before possible. Together, we’re creating a future where data ownership isn’t just a promise—it’s a reality.

Stay tuned for more announcements and thank you for being a vital part of the Permission community. Ready to take charge of your data and get rewarded? Trade ASK now on Base and start earning today! You can also earn 100 ASK instantly when you sign up for an account. Get even more rewards by opting in to brands.

In the interest of transparency and open communication about the tokenomics that govern the Permission Protocol and how the supply of ASK is being managed, below is our planned sequence of token distributions set to occur over ten years from ASK’s original launch date. In our ever-evolving community, trust is paramount, and we want to ensure that there is absolute clarity regarding our current and projected circulating supply.

Total Supply and Circulating Supply

The uninflatable, unalterable total supply of ASK tokens stands at a substantial 100 billion. Of this allocation, 15% is earmarked for ecosystem growth, 65% is dedicated to Purchasers and Supporters, 5% is reserved for developer incentives and advisors, and the remaining 15% is designated for the core team. This extensive supply is intended to foster global adoption while ensuring that transactions are conducted in complete ASK tokens rather than fractional percentages.

Token Unlock Schedule

The below schedule is subject to adjustments to ensure a stable tokenomics model that supports Permission network’s health.

To view the circulating supply in real time via the following API endpoints, paste the below links into your browser:

https://api.permission.io/v1/token/supply?q=total

https://api.permission.io/v1/token/supply?q=circulating

Here’s a closer look at the circulating supply:

Two billion tokens are allocated to Series B-1 investors and the team. While these tokens have been unlocked, several of our dedicated investors are demonstrating their long-term support by refraining from releasing these tokens into the market for additional years.

Virtually all employees, board members, advisors, and a significant portion of our Purchasers and Supporters are subjected to multi-year lockup periods from the primary listing date. Indeed, all current team members are subject to a five-year vesting schedule that entails both a service and liquidity requirement. The Token Unlock schedule reflects tokens that will have met the service requirement only; in other words, team tokens will not vest and become available for distribution unless the liquidity requirement is also met.

Original team members and “seed token” holders, including our founder and CEO, Charlie Silver, are fully vested, but have agreed to adhere to additional lockup periods from the primary listing date. Even when fully vested, former employees and “seed” token holders are restricted to transferring or selling no more than 25% of their total vested and unlocked tokens per quarter.

Notably, no current team members, including the CEO, have executed any token sales to date. Moreover, it’s crucial to emphasize that only 72% of tokens reserved for current or former team members have been allocated. We reserve a substantial percentage for future employees, given the continuous growth of our team.

This lock-up schedule underscores our unwavering commitment to the long-term integrity of ASK. As a mission-driven, enduring project, we firmly believe this is the ethical path forward. Our founder, board members, advisors, and entire team share a profound belief in our mission, underlining our determination to develop the ASK ecosystem over an extended timeframe.

SAFT Holders (Early Contributors)

Regarding SAFT holders, the majority were entitled to access half of their tokens upon Mainnet Launch, with the remainder unlocking six months post-launch. Many of our most substantial SAFT holders have already taken custody of their tokens, while others have graciously agreed to extend their lock-up periods to one or more years from the primary listing date.

We constantly explore opportunities to encourage token holders to support us for the long term. Consequently, certain SAFT holders, Purchasers, and Supporters have agreed to extend their lock-ups to ensure that their tokens do not enter the circulating supply until later dates.

Updates

We remain committed to providing regular updates regarding the ASK supply. For those keen on understanding our projected supply increase, please refer to the “Permission Token Economics” section in our white paper, which elucidates how we’ve modeled user acquisition campaigns and a multitude of partnerships that will influence supply. Additionally, keep an eye on CoinMarketcap and CoinGecko for real-time updates.

At Permission, every aspect of our ecosystem, from total supply to circulating supply, and from release schedules to lock-up provisions, has been thoughtfully designed with our users in mind. Our mission revolves around growing the network through user incentives and expanding the number of Purchasers and Supporters to fuel the growth of our platform.

As one of the pioneers of a fair and trustworthy internet, you can rely on us to maintain our unwavering commitment to transparency. We are always prepared to present with utmost transparency how our model functions and how it is designed, ensuring that you, our community, remain well-informed.

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Welcome to the KYC journey!

As a returning user or as a new member, we are pleased to invite you to our KYC process.

Once you complete KYC, you'll be able to access all the features of the Permission platform, including the ability to withdraw your ASK from the pending balance.

Step 1: Create Your Account (if you haven't already)

Before you can complete the KYC verification, you need to register on the platform.

1. Sign up: First, you need to Sign Up on Permission.ai to register your account.
2. Enter basic information: Fill out the registration form with your details, such as your name, email address, date of birth, and password.
3. Confirm your email: Completing this step is required to fully activate and use your Permission account.

Step 2: Start the KYC Verification Process

Once your account is created, you have to log in. Select the “Profile” menu. In the “My Details” sub-menu on the left, look for the "Verify Now" in the ID Verification section.

Tip: Ensure the information you provide matches the documents you’ll be uploading in the next steps to avoid delays.

Step 3: Identity Verification Process

You can choose to complete the ID verification on another device (such as a mobile device), or you can continue using your current desktop or tablet.

Step 4: Submit Identity Documents

1. Choose the appropriate document(s): A Passport, National ID card, or Driver’s License.
2. Choose between taking a picture of your documents or uploading your documents.
3. Take clear photos:

• Use your smartphone or scanner to upload high-resolution images of your documents.
• Ensure the document is not obstructed and all text and corners are visible.
• Be sure the photo is in focus and well-lit. Avoid blurry or pixelated images.
  

Step 5: Upload the Identity Documents:

After scanning or photographing your documents, follow the platform's instructions to upload them by selecting the “Upload” button to complete this step.

Tip: Double-check that the details on your documents are legible and match the information you entered in your profile during registration. If the documents are unclear or do not match your profile, the system may reject them.

Step 6: Take a Selfie

The platform requests a selfie, so you'll need to take a picture using the camera provided in the app or website. Hold still for a few seconds to ensure your face fits within the oval shape.

Make sure you're well-lit and that your face is clearly visible.

Tip: Follow the platform's guidelines carefully during this process. A well-lit, clear, and natural photo will speed up the verification process.

Step 7: Submit and Wait for Verification

After uploading all the required documents and photos, submit your information for review. The platform will typically take some time to process and verify your documents.

• Wait for approval: Verification can take anywhere from a few minutes to several business days, depending on the accuracy of information and volume of KYC requests.

• Check your email or app: You’ll receive a notification once your KYC is approved or if additional information is required.

Tip: The platform may provide a reason for rejection if your request failed. Correct this before submitting again your application. See example below:

Step 8: Verification Complete!

Once your identity is verified, you’ll be notified that your KYC verification is complete.

You are now able to access full services of the Permission platform (e.g., withdrawals, transfers, referrals, etc.).

Troubleshooting Common KYC Issues

If your submission fails, you can proceed with manual verification using the following link. Before resubmitting your application, please carefully review the points below.

1. Document Rejection:

If your documents are rejected, check for the following issues:

• Blurry images or unclear text
• Expired documents
• Mismatched information between your documents and your Permission profile

To resolve this, re-upload higher-quality, more legible versions of the documents.

2. Manual Verification:

During manual verification, you will be prompted to upload a clear photograph of yourself from the chest up, with your face fully visible. In your hand, you should also be holding a sheet of paper with the word "Permission" and the current date, along with the ID you uploaded.

3. Selfie Issues:

Ensure your face is well-lit and clearly visible in the selfie or video. Avoid wearing hats, glasses, or masks that may obscure your face. Both your ID and face must be clearly visible.

4. Delayed Verification:

If the verification process takes longer than expected, contact customer support at support@permission.ai for an update. During busy periods, verification may be delayed, but customer support should be able to provide an estimated time.

In conclusion

While KYC verification might seem like a tedious task, it is an important part of ensuring the safety and security of your account.

By following this step-by-step guide and ensuring you provide clear, accurate information, you’ll be able to complete the KYC process smoothly and gain access to all the benefits Permission offers.

Last Updated: 11/24/24

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Have you been looking for an easy way to earn gift cards to use at your favorite stores?

Look no further! With Permission, earning rewards is simple and rewarding. Just engage with your favorite brands, watch videos, and complete tasks to earn ASK tokens. Then, redeem your tokens for free gift cards to all your favorite stores, restaurants, airlines, streaming services, and more.

It’s that easy—you’re already engaging with brands every day, but now you’re getting paid for it. As you collect ASK tokens, you decide how to cash in—whether it’s one large gift card to your go-to spot or multiple smaller ones, the choice is yours!

Start earning ASK tokens today and turn your everyday actions into real rewards.

Check out how easy it is to opt in and start earning gift cards with Permission.

How Do You Earn Gift Cards?

Start earning gift cards by engaging with brands in just a few simple steps.

1. Create a free Permission account to join our community. It takes 30 seconds!
2. Tell us a little about yourself. We’ll ask for details like your name, age, and interests to personalize your experience and connect you with the brands you're most likely to enjoy.
3. Browse the available engagement opportunities. Whether it’s watching videos, engaging ads, or exploring content, you’ll see the ASK token rewards you’ll earn for each activity.
4. Opt in to engage with the brands and complete the tasks. The more you engage, the more ASK tokens you earn.
5. Redeem your ASK tokens for gift cards to your favorite stores, restaurants, airlines, and more.

It’s that easy! Once you finish engaging, your ASK tokens will be credited to your account, and you can redeem them for real gift cards.

You'll engage with a variety of brands through Permission by watching videos, exploring content, or engaging with ads. Not every engagement will be a match for everyone, but don't worry—there’s always more opportunities available, and your participation is rewarded with ASK tokens for your time.

Thousands of people earn ASK every day just by engaging with their favorite brands on Permission. Unlike other platforms that require you to accumulate large amounts before cashing out, Permission lets you redeem your ASK tokens for gift cards once you've earned enough for a reward of your choice. Whether it’s one large gift card or smaller ones to various retailers, Permission makes it easy to turn your tokens into real rewards.

In addition to brand engagement, you can also earn ASK tokens for completing tasks, sharing your preferences, and taking part in exclusive opportunities designed to reward you for your data and time.

How Quick can I Earn Gift Cards?

We make it super easy for you to earn ASK tokens—and even easier to redeem them for gift cards.

1. Redeem your ASK tokens: Once you've earned enough tokens, simply select "Redeem ASK" in your account.
2. Choose your gift card: Browse through the available options and pick the one that suits you best.
3. Enjoy your gift card: Sit back and wait for your gift card to arrive in your inbox.

It truly is as simple as that! Once your gift card is ready, you’ll receive an email. It may take a little longer the first time if you’ve not verified your account, but after that, you'll typically get your rewards on the spot. And yes—spend it all in one place, guilt-free!

10 Insider Tips to Earn Free Gift Cards Fast with Permission

There are already thousands of users who are earning ASK tokens and redeeming them for gift cards by engaging with brands, watching videos, and completing tasks on Permission. Ready to get your share and start earning gift cards?

Here are some insider tips to help you maximize your ASK earnings so you can redeem those gift cards even faster:

1. Be Consistent

To earn more ASK tokens, it’s important to engage with the brands that align with your interests. The more consistently you engage, the more opportunities you’ll receive to earn. Make sure you opt-in regularly and provide accurate information about your preferences. Consistency helps Permission match you with the best opportunities, increasing your chances of earning more tokens to redeem for gift cards.

2. Be Persistent

If you’re aiming to rack up ASK tokens for a big gift card, persistence is key. Get in the habit of going to Permission whenever you want to engage with brands, watch videos, or earn for completing fun surveys and tasks. Every small interaction counts, and over time, it adds up to real rewards. Even earning a few tokens each day can lead to a significant payout over time. By staying active and persistent, you’ll reach your gift card goals faster.

3. Earn While Chillin’

When watching your favorite TV show or doom scrolling on your phone is the perfect time to earn ASK tokens. You’re literally already scrolling through your phone anyways, so why not engage with some brands you like and get paid for it (not to mention, you were already giving away your data while looking at their content for FREE)? Earn ASK while you binge-watch your favorite show, and redeem them for gift cards when you're done!

4. Cash In On Your Down Time

Got a few minutes between tasks or waiting for an appointment? Use that time to engage with brands and earn ASK tokens. Even short moments add up—whether it's watching a quick video or completing a small task, you’ll be earning tokens effortlessly throughout the day.

5. Engage with High-Reward Opportunities

Don’t shy away from longer or higher-value engagements. Often, activities that require more time also offer more ASK tokens as a reward. Taking the time to take a survey, watch a longer brand video, or engage with more in-depth brand content can boost your earnings significantly.

6. Never Forget the Smaller Engagements Matter too!

While high-reward tasks are great and all, make sure you are not overlooking smaller engagements. Quick tasks may only reward a small number of ASK tokens, but they are often easy to complete and add up quickly. Engage in a few shorter activities each day, and you’ll see those tokens start to really pile up.

7. Always Check for Engagement Opportunities

New opportunities to engage with brands are added frequently, so make it a habit to check back regularly; as your rewards stack up, you’ll see the value of making Permission your go-to resource for finding products and brands. Staying on top of new tasks and videos will also ensure you don’t miss out on easy ASK tokens. The more you engage, the faster you can redeem for gift cards.

8. Set Goals to Earn

Setting daily or even weekly earning goals can keep you on track to reach your gift card milestones. Want to earn a $100 gift card by the end of the month? Break it down into smaller goals, like earning a certain amount of ASK tokens each day. This makes the process more manageable and fun as you work toward your reward.

9. Let Your ASK Tokens Build Up

While it’s tempting to cash out your ASK tokens as soon as you reach a gift card threshold, consider letting your tokens accumulate for bigger rewards. Save up for larger gift cards or redeem them for something special like a vacation, new tech, or a big shopping spree.

10. The “Earn While You Snack” Hack

Last but not least, we all know you want to earn these ASK tokens while doing next to nothing? So why not watch a quick video or engage with a brand while you grab a snack, or maybe pet your cat? You’ll be surprised how easy it is to rack up ASK tokens with a couple of clicks—because why not let the rewards roll in while you’re passively munching on something yummy.

Earn Apple Gift Cards and More Great Rewards

You can earn free Apple gift cards by engaging with brands on Permission, but there’s much more available, too!

Free Gift Cards and Other Rewards

• Apple Gift Cards for apps, devices, and subscriptions
• Amazon, Best Buy, Target, and Starbucks Gift Cards for all your shopping needs
• Travel Rewards: Redeem ASK tokens for gift cards to Delta, Southwest Airlines, Airbnb, Hotels.com, and more
• Other Gift Cards for popular stores like Ikea, Google Play, and Adidas

You can even use your ASK tokens to plan your next trip by redeeming travel gift cards or grabbing an Apple gift card to treat yourself to some new tech.

Get ASK for Opting in to Engage with Brands for Gift Cards

It’s so easy to start earning gift cards with Permission: all you need is a device like your PC, laptop, or smartphone.

Joining is free—no sign-up fees required. Simply create your account, opt in to engage with brands, and start earning ASK tokens. The more you engage, the more tokens you earn, which you can redeem for gift cards.

Get paid for engaging with brands you already love, and turn your everyday actions into rewards.

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Earn ASK for opting in to engage with brands for gift cards today!

Want to know how you can get free Apple gift cards? With Permission, it's as simple as it is rewarding! Whether you want to gift it to a friend or use it for yourself, all it takes is a quick sign up and a few clicks of your mouse. We have all the answers to all of your Apple Gift Card questions down below.

Can you use gift cards in the Apple Store?

Planning to make a purchase at the Apple Store but anxious about staying within your budget? No need to worry—you can use gift cards to help cover your costs! Apple gift cards are redeemable in the Apple Store, on the Apple website, or for purchases in the App Store and iTunes. Whether you're looking to purchase the latest Airpods, dying for that brand new iPhone case, or simply wanting to cover an app subscription fee, Apple gift cards give you the flexibility to make purchases across all Apple platforms. Just keep in mind that you need to use an official Apple gift card or any gift card issued by a credit card company.

What is Permission?  

Permission is a platform that lets you earn rewards by taking control of your data. Instead of being bombarded with ads while browsing the web and not getting anything in return for your time and data, Permission allows you to opt-in and earn ASK tokens for engaging with content and brands. The more you interact, the more ASK tokens you collect, which can then be redeemed for gift cards, including Apple gift cards!

Earning ASK® Tokens to get free Gift Cards

1. Sign Up and Get Started: Signing up for Permission is quick and easy. Create an account, verify your email, and you're ready to start earning with a sign-up bonus to kick things off. Plus, Permission ensures no data tracking or sharing happens without your consent.

2. Opt-in and Handpick Your Favorite Brands: With Permission, you’re in control of which brands you engage with. Instead of giving your data away for free, you can choose to opt into companies that align with your interests and get rewarded. Love athletic wear? Rather than clicking on a Lululemon ad on Google, visit Permission and earn ASK tokens by interacting with your favorite brands. Every time you engage with their offers or content, you’ll earn ASK tokens. Plus, you can easily view and manage all the brands you’ve opted into, so you always know where your data is going—and you can opt out whenever you wish. It’s a win-win: you stay in control of your data and get rewarded at the same time.

3. Earn ASK Tokens and Multiply Rewards: The more you engage with brands and their offers, the more ASK tokens you’ll earn. You can also refer friends to multiply your earnings. With real-time tracking, you can easily see how your rewards stack up.

4. Redeem Your ASK for Apple Gift Cards: Once you've collected enough ASK tokens, head to your Permission wallet and redeem them for exciting rewards, including Apple gift cards. With fast payouts and secure transactions, you’re in control of your earnings. You can even send your ASK tokens to any digital wallet of your choice.

Steps to Get free Apple gift Cards from Permission

There’s no secret to getting free Apple gift cards: simply use Permission to take control of your data and earn ASK tokens. Then, trade those tokens in for gift cards! Here’s how:

1. Go to the Rewards section in your Permission wallet.
2. Select the reward you'd like (in this case, an Apple gift card).
3. Choose the amount of your Apple gift card.
4. Tap “Redeem.”
5. You’ll then receive a notification that your reward is ready to use!
6. Enjoy your free Apple gift card.

How to Earn Permission rewards ASAP

As you know, you earn ASK tokens for every ad or brand interaction you choose to engage with, but you’d like that free Apple gift card sooner rather than later, right? Here are some hacks to help you earn ASK tokens as soon as possible:

1. Engage with every ad – this will maximize your earnings since you are now interacting with all available ads and offers.
2. Handpick your favorite brands – Opt-in to brands you're interested in to earn more ASK tokens tailored to your preferences.
3. Refer friends to Permission – Get rewarded with up to 1,000 ASK tokens for just referring a friend to sign up with you!
4. Complete daily tasks – Look out for any daily engagement opportunities to earn extra tokens.

The more you engage with Permission, the faster you'll rack up ASK tokens and get your Apple gift card!

Apple Gift card FAQs and Hacks

If this is your first time earning a free Apple Gift card and you have questions, don't worry, we’ve got all you need to know.

How to use gift cards at Apple

Using your Apple gift card is easy! Here’s how to redeem it:

For In-Store Purchases:

Visit an Apple Store and present your Apple gift card at checkout.

For Online Purchases:

1. Go to the Apple website or the Apple Store app.
2. Choose the items you want to purchase.
3. At checkout, select “Add Payment Method.”
4. Enter your Apple gift card code (without spaces).
5. Complete your purchase using the remaining balance on your gift card.

You can also use Apple gift cards for purchases in the App Store, iTunes, and Apple Music!

How to send Apple Gift Cards

Want to share the love and send an Apple gift card to someone? Here’s how:

1. Go to the Apple website or the Apple Store app.
2. Select the option to send a digital Apple gift card.
3. Choose an amount and enter the recipient’s email address.
4. Personalize it with a message if you want, then hit “Send.”

If you’re redeeming a gift card from Permission, you can forward the email with the gift card code to a friend or family member.

Are Apple gift Cards usable in store?

Yes! You can use your Apple gift card in-store and online. Just present it at checkout if you’re making a purchase at a physical Apple Store, or redeem it online for your Apple purchases.

Get Rewarded with free Apple Gift Cards now

Engage with your favorite brands, opt-in to ads, and start stacking up ASK tokens. Once you've collected enough, head over to your wallet and redeem those tokens for Apple gift cards. Earning Apple gift cards is as easy as ever using Permission. Whether you're saving for your next Apple device or treating yourself to an app, it’s up to you. Start earning today and get rewarded with free Apple products—ASAP!

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Make Money: Online Games that Pay 

Playing games online is a super easy way to earn some extra cash. It’s so engaging that you might find yourself deeply involved in a game during your downtime or even while you are procrastinating other tasks (we’ve all been there!). But it’s not just about the fun—it’s an absolutely amazing opportunity to boost your wallet while doing something you love!

Can You Only Make Money Online Playing Games?

Absolutely not! Making money online has never been easier, and it doesn’t require expert gaming skills either. While professional gamers like PewDiePie and streamers like Ninja are raking in millions, you don’t need to be a pro gamer to earn money. There are plenty of easier ways to make money online that don’t involve any gaming expertise.

You can Earn by Simply Engaging with Brands and Content

Beyond gaming, you can make money by interacting with brands, viewing personalized ads, or completing tasks you’re already familiar with. The online world offers countless ways to earn, and many of them are built into activities you already do every day—like browsing or engaging with content that interests you. These opportunities can provide you with steady rewards without the need for elite skills or extensive time commitments.

The key to earning online is choosing the right platforms that turn your engagement into real rewards. With some websites, you might rack up points or tokens, but if they can't be exchanged for anything valuable to you, you're left with nothing but junk mail and unused points.

Platforms that reward you with tangible value, such as cryptocurrency or gift cards, ensure your time and data are truly worth something.

Why Would a Brand Pay Me to Engage with them? 

You don’t need to be a professional gamer or content creator to be sought after by Brands, they are always looking for ways to connect with new users and understand consumer preferences—Which is where you come in. By opting in to share your data and engaging with ads, you provide value to these brands—and in return, they want to reward you with tangible benefits like cryptocurrency or gift cards.

• Brands partner with reward platforms, like Permission to reach engaged audiences just like you! 
• By opting in, you choose which ads to view and which brands to interact with.
• Brands reward you with ASK tokens which is a cryptocurrency, or gift cards for your participation. 
• The more you engage, the more you will earn! 

Brands set specific tasks for you, such as viewing ads or signing up for services. Once you complete the task, the brand rewards you through the Permission platform

in the form of ASK tokens, and Permission receives a small transaction fee.

In this model: 

• Brands receive valuable user engagement.
• You control what you share and stack up rewards get paid for interacting with content you choose. 
• You can redeem ASK rewards for offers from brands, gift cards, or trade them for currencies like dollars or bitcoin!

Everyone benefits in this value exchange system!

How Much Can You Make by Engaging with Brands?

The amount you make largely depends on how actively you choose to engage. Just like how pro gamers earn through tournaments and sponsorships, you can earn by consistently interacting with brand offers, viewing ads, and participating in content tailored to your interests. While you may not make thousands instantly, steady engagement can translate into a reliable side income.

You Don’t Have to be a Gamer to Earn Big

You don’t need gaming skills or an elite following to earn rewards online. Everyday users, like you, can earn hundreds of dollars a year by completing simple tasks, engaging with ads, and shopping through the right platforms. Here’s how it works:

Engage with Ads: Platforms like Permission reward you with ASK tokens for engaging with targeted ads when you search for products online.

• Complete Tasks: Participate in offers like surveys or signing up for services.
• Shop & Earn: Similar to Rakuten, you can earn rewards for purchases made through partner brands.

What’s the Best Type of Online Engagement to Earn Rewards? 

While gamers can earn through eSports and tournaments, there are easier ways to earn online by engaging with brands.

 Permission is a great option that provides a multitude of options. 

• Watching Targeted Ads: Brands pay you for your attention. Watch short ads designed around your interests, and earn ASK tokens for every ad you view. When you click on an ad on the internet, you are often sharing your data. Instead of giving your data away for free, you can earn ASK every time you share it!
• Participating in Brand Offers: Complete simple tasks, such as signing up for newsletters, downloading apps, or trying new products. Each completed offer rewards you with ASK tokens.
• Data Sharing with Consent: Your data is valuable! When you share your data on Permission, you earn rewards for allowing brands to access your information, all with your consent and privacy in mind.
• Referral Bonuses: Spread the word and invite your friends to join Permission. Each successful referral gets you a bonus in ASK tokens, helping you earn even more.

These engagement options provide flexibility and the opportunity to earn rewards through activities you’re already doing, all while maintaining control over your data.

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How Do Games Pay Out?

Every platform is different  in how it rewards you. Some might choose to offer gift cards only, while others, like Permission, also pay out in cryptocurrency in addition to paying out in gift cards, allowing you to exchange ASK tokens for real-world value. Be sure to check each platform’s payout terms to ensure you're earning rewards that you can actually use.

Best way to Earn Money Online in 2024 with Minimal Effort 

As explored in this article, there are many ways to earn money from online games. However, platforms like Permission stand out by allowing you to earn ASK tokens simply for sharing your data with brands and engaging with their content like you already do on a daily basis, whether it's through ads or offers. What makes Permission unique is that it gives you full control over your data—letting you Own Your Data®—and rewards you for the engagement you choose. Whether you're watching ads, completing tasks, or participating in brand offers, Permission ensures that your time and data convert into real, valuable rewards.

           Level up your earnings and join Permission today!  

Welcome to Permission Pulse! This is your quick quarterly read for all key happenings across the Permission ecosystem. We share important product and partner/integration launches, summarize key community updates, and highlight can’t-miss content.

If you enjoy the blog, share it with a friend and invite them to the Permission community!

In This Q3 2024 Recap Issue:

1. A Brief Note on Our Strategic Approach
2. A closer look at “Permission Connect” and a suite of impressive product updates
3. Exciting growth milestones and metrics that showcase our momentum
4. How our community can actively support us during this pivotal period of expansion and innovation

Q3 Strategy

This quarter, we've been hard at work developing the Permission platform. Our observations of the evolving Web3 space have us more excited than ever about the user experience we're creating. While Web3 adoption remains in its early stages, we're casting a wider net by building a consumer-friendly app that rewards users much like the world's most popular loyalty programs.

By integrating the unique benefits of Web3—where ASK tokens can be used for goods and services or traded on third-party exchanges—we’re making it simple for non-crypto users and advertisers to benefit from the advantages too. Our latest product updates reflect this strategic focus, ensuring a seamless and rewarding experience for all.

Product Development

In Q3, our engineering team released a slew of updates to the Permission platform—the result of purpose-driven technology builds that bring Permission’s offering to the next level.

Here are the top highlights:

Permission Connect

Permission Connect is a self-serve interface whereby advertisers can unilaterally create campaigns, target their audiences, and deploy their ads across Permission’s opt-in marketplace and other surfaces.

Key features include:

• Proprietary API: Built on a robust architecture to ensure security and scalability.
• Real-Time Opt-in Management: Handles opt-ins and opt-outs in near real-time.
• Seamless Integration: integrates smoothly with preferred CRM services (e.g., Salesforce, Klavio, etc.), facilitating real-time management of user content preferences.
• ASK Digital Token: Rewards user actions with ASK Tokens.

Permission Connect is foundational for scaling our opt-in marketplace. By facilitating seamless, real-time interactions between advertisers and users, it drives greater engagement, increases opt-ins, and supports scalable growth on both sides of the marketplace, creating a more dynamic ecosystem.

Opt-In Marketplace

The Opt-In Marketplace is the heart of the Permission platform. It allows users to browse and engage with brands that align with their interests. Users can choose to engage with ads, participate in surveys, or share specific data points, all in exchange for ASK tokens. The marketplace creates a fair value exchange, where both users and advertisers benefit.

For brands, the opt-in marketplace offers a direct and engaged audience. Advertisers can create targeted campaigns to build trusted one-to-one relationships, knowing that the users who opt-in are genuinely interested in their products or services. This leads to higher engagement rates and more effective advertising spend.

Brand Coverage Expansion

Permission now features over 1,000 brands for users to engage with and earn ASK rewards by permissioning their data to advertisers.

WalletConnect Integration Users can now link their preferred Web3 wallet through our integration with WalletConnect, enabling them to easily connect to decentralized apps and extend their wallet capabilities.  

Additional Platform Features

During Q3, we’ve leveled up the Permission Platform with new features and more ways for our users to earn ASK from the brands that they love.

Here’s what’s new:

• Daily offers - Engage with top brands and earn ASK every single day.
• “My Brands” Portal - Track all your opt-ins, see what data you've shared, and keep control of your info.
• New Referral Program – Hit new milestones and multiply your ASK earnings by referring friends.
• New Content - We’ve launched Permission Pulse (you’re reading it now!) and Tech Bytes, a new Permission digest dedicated to updating the community on development releases that drive forward the Permission experience for advertisers and consumers.

Growth

Over the past quarter, Permission’s Opt-In Marketplace has seen remarkable growth on both the user and advertiser fronts.

On the user side, Permission has experienced strong momentum, with both new and returning users engaging with enhanced platform features and expanded rewards opportunities.

In early August, we saw a significant spike in weekly active users (WAU) following the opt-in marketplace launch. By September, early paid marketing efforts led to another upswing in sign-ups, pushing monthly active users (MAU) to 70,000—representing a 10x increase from the previous quarter. To close out the quarter, we achieved a 10x increase in platform sign-ups and a 3x month-over-month growth in ASK rewards earned by users.

These early marketing tests provide valuable insights that we’ll use to refine conversion rates and drive future growth.

On the advertiser side, Permission Connect's launch sparked a surge of interest. By the end of Q3, we were onboarding nearly 15 new advertisers—a strong validation of our belief that brands are eager to build trusted one-to-one relationships and secure compliant opt-ins.

Community

As we continue to push during this significant time of growth and product development, we’re excited for our influx of new community members and for the opportunity to connect you with more brands and earning opportunities on our platform.

From now until the end of the year, as a community member, the best way to support Permission is to engage with our platform and with our social media accounts—X (Twitter) and LinkedIn, especially. Every like, comment, bookmark, and share makes a world of difference!

As always, if you have any questions, comments, or concerns regarding Permission, our team is available to support you via support@permission.ai.

Industry Spotlight: What We’re Reading and Listening to

Here are the top stories we read this past quarter covering cryptocurrency and digital advertising.

1. The Reformation of American Data Privacy. “The US has a modern privacy bill in the works at the national level. And it’s going to rock your world,” Juan Mendoza, The Martech Weekly.
2. Podcast: The Web’s Next Great Leap | A Conversation with Chris Dixon, Author of “Read Write Own”. Digital Tokens: Innovation, Policy, Utility. The Money Movement with Jeremy Allaire, CEO of Circle.
3. Data Sharing and Website Competition: The Role of Dark Patterns: Dark patterns like requiring users to make more than one click to reject cookies will not be acceptable amidst regulatory onslaught.  
4. Using Zero-Party Data To Create Privacy-Conscious Advertising: “Brands must adapt to a new era of consumer privacy by embracing zero-party data—information that consumers willingly share. This approach not only respects privacy but also provides richer, more accurate insights, allowing for more ethical and effective marketing strategies.” Forbes.