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Protocol Overview** Autopilot is a **decentralized, non-custodial smart contract system** deployed on **Base (Aerodrome)** and **Optimism (Velodrome)** networks.It automates **voting, reward claiming, and swapping** for veAERO and veVELO holders. The Protocol operates without centralized intermediaries, off-chain custody, or backend control. Future governance may transition to a **DAO or token-based system**, through which parameters such as fees, upgrades, or management functions may be determined by the community. *** ### **2. Eligibility** You must: * Be at least **18 years old** * Have full legal capacity to enter into binding agreements * Comply with all applicable laws in your jurisdiction You may **not** use the Protocol if you are: * A citizen or resident of a jurisdiction where DeFi use is prohibited or restricted * Subject to sanctions or listed on any government watchlist *** ### **3. Non-Custodial Nature** Autopilot does **not hold, access, or control user funds**.\ All interactions occur directly on-chain, and users retain full ownership of their veAERO and veVELO NFTs. * Your funds remain under your control at all times. * The Protocol never stores or recovers private keys or wallet credentials. * If you lose access to your wallet, your assets cannot be recovered by Autopilot. *** ### **4. Protocol Functionality** By using Autopilot, you acknowledge and agree to: * Deposit veAERO or veVELO NFTs into the Autopilot smart contracts * Authorize Autopilot to automate **voting, claiming, and reward swapping** on your behalf * Pay a **5% protocol fee** on the net APR earned through rewards * Understand that the fee is deducted only from claimable rewards All user interactions are self-directed via on-chain calls.\ The front-end interface is provided for convenience but is **not required** to interact with the Protocol. *** ### **5. Protocol Fees** Autopilot charges a **5% fee** on the net APR generated from: * Fees * Bribes / Incentives Fees are deducted automatically after claiming and USDC conversion, before rewards are made available for withdrawal.\ No retroactive or custodial fees apply. Protocol fees are allocated toward: * Infrastructure and automation operations * Smart contract audits and security * Continued protocol development **Principal deposits and rebase rewards remain unaffected.** *** #### **5.1 Referral Program** Autopilot includes a simple referral system to encourage community growth. **How It Works:** 1. Connect your wallet in the app. 2. Click **Referral** in the top-right header to generate your personal link. 3. Share your link with other users. **Rewards:** * You earn **20% of Autopilot’s protocol fee** from users who deposit via your link. * Example: If Autopilot charges 5%, you receive 1%, and the protocol retains 4%. **Payouts:** * Referral rewards are distributed within **48 hours after each epoch flip**. * Rewards are sent directly to your wallet and tracked under *Reward History* in the *Earn* page. * Cumulative referral rewards are visible under *Earn Overview*. *** ### **6. Smart Contract and Protocol Risks** Using Autopilot involves inherent blockchain and DeFi risks, including but not limited to: * Smart contract vulnerabilities or unexpected behavior * Blockchain network congestion or failure * Issues with integrated protocols (e.g., Aerodrome, Velodrome) * Market volatility, slippage, MEV, or front-running * Insufficient liquidity during reward conversions Autopilot has **no admin keys, upgradeable proxies, or fund withdrawal privileges**, but no smart contract can be guaranteed entirely risk-free. *** ### **7. Regulatory Responsibility** You are solely responsible for ensuring your use of Autopilot complies with all applicable regulations, including: * Securities and derivatives laws * Tax obligations and reporting * AML/KYC and sanctions compliance Autopilot is not designed or authorized for use in jurisdictions where such activity is illegal. *** ### **8. No Financial Advice** Autopilot does **not provide financial, investment, legal, or tax advice**.\ All content, tools, and documentation are for informational and educational purposes only.\ You are solely responsible for assessing the risks and suitability of using the Protocol. *** ### **9. Disclaimer of Warranties** Autopilot is provided **“as is” and “as available.”**\ To the maximum extent permitted by law: * No guarantees are made regarding yield, performance, uptime, or security. * The Protocol may be modified, paused, or discontinued at any time without notice. * You use Autopilot entirely at your own risk. *** ### **10. Limitation of Liability** To the fullest extent permitted by law, contributors and affiliates of Autopilot shall not be liable for any: * Loss of funds, rewards, or APR * Gas fees, slippage, or MEV-related losses * Missed epochs or failed executions * Downtime, bugs, or unexpected behavior * Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages *** ### **11. Indemnification** You agree to **indemnify and hold harmless** all developers, contributors, and affiliates of Autopilot from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from your use of the Protocol or violation of these Terms. *** ### **12. Changes to Terms** These Terms may be updated periodically.\ Any updates will take effect once published.\ Continued use of the Protocol after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. *** ### **13. Dispute Resolution** Any disputes, claims, or controversies arising from these Terms or your use of the Protocol will be resolved through **final and binding arbitration** in **Saint Vincent**, conducted in **English** under local arbitration rules.\ You waive any right to participate in class actions or collective proceedings. *** ### **14. Force Majeure** Autopilot and its contributors shall not be liable for any failure or delay caused by events beyond their reasonable control, including but not limited to: * Blockchain network disruptions or attacks * Technical failures * Market volatility * Regulatory actions or restrictions ### 15. Contact For inquiries or responsible disclosure: * [Website](https://theautopilot.xyz) * [Discord](https://discord.gg/XxcPnBKXdp) --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. 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