Learn About tea
OSS Developers
TEA Token
Resources
Learn more about $TEA
From the creator of Homebrew
Empowering Open-Source Developers with Security, Transparency, and Fair Compensation
The $TEA Network is redefining how open-source contributions are valued—powered by cryptographic security and Optimism’s Layer 2 scalability.
A Safer Future for Open-Source Development
Protect your work. Secure your contributions. Get rewarded for building the tech that powers the world.
Learn more about $TEA
Join the Network
Open-Source Developers Deserve Better
Every day, open-source developers build the foundation of global technology—from your favorite apps to the backbone of the internet. Yet, their work often goes unrewarded, unsecured, and undervalued.
What’s worse? The lack of secure infrastructure leaves their contributions exposed to exploitation.
$TEA: A Secure Network for 
Open-Source Builders
The $TEA Network introduces a groundbreaking system designed for developers:
Proof of Contribution
Earn fair and transparent compensation based on your contributions to open-source projects—not corporate contracts.
Learn More
Cryptographic Security
Blockchain and cryptographic protocols ensure your work is safely recorded and recognized.
Learn More
A Network You Can Trust
Built on Optimism’s Layer 2, $TEA provides the speed, scalability, and low fees developers need to focus on building—not bureaucracy.
Learn More
Why We Chose Optimism for $TEA
Optimism’s Layer 2 technology is the backbone of the $TEA Network, delivering:
1
Enhanced Security
Transactions and records are secured through Ethereum’s trusted mainnet.
2
Reduced Costs
Scalable solutions ensure low fees, so more value reaches developers.
3
Seamless Integration
Optimism’s EVM compatibility ensures a smooth experience for contributors.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is tea?
tea is a decentralized protocol secured by reputation and incentives. tea enhances the sustainability and integrity of the software supply chain by allowing open-source developers to capture the value they create in a trustless manner. Read the white paper
What is Proof of Contribution?
What is the purpose of the TEA token?
When will tea launch its Incentivized Testnet?
Read All FAQs
Have questions or need assistance?
Connect with us—we're here to help
Get Support from tea
© tea Association. 2023.
Terms of Use
Privacy Policy
Sitemap
Learn about tea
Overview
Proof of Contribution
Rewards for OSS Contributions
Building OSS Reputation
Reporting OSS Vulnerabilities
Donating to OSS Projects
Governance
Roapmap
TEA Token
Overview
{Token Demand Drivers}
TEA Tokenomics
tea for Developers
Why join tea
How does it work
How can I join
Documentation
Resources
About
White paper
Documentation
FAQs
Blog
GitHub
Careers
*While all users may technically be able to view and accumulate rewards points within their accounts, the following groups of persons are not eligible to participate in rewards points and will not be able to redeem rewards points: U.S. residents, other U.S. persons, and residents of countries or regions subject to sanctions, embargoes, or other restrictions imposed by the United States government or other applicable international authorities as well as persons subject to sanctions imposed by applicable international authorities are not eligible to participate in rewards points. The eligibility of non-U.S. persons is at our sole discretion and we may take into account regulatory circumstances per jurisdiction. We encourage users to consult with their own legal advisors or tax professionals to understand their eligibility for the rewards program and any potential legal or tax implications that may arise from participating in the program. It is the user's sole responsibility to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations in their respective jurisdictions.