DappsAtlas FAQ

A decentralized application (dApp) is software whose core logic runs as smart contracts on a blockchain rather than on a company's private servers. You usually connect to one with a self-custody wallet such as MetaMask or Phantom, and you approve each transaction yourself.

The website you see is often an ordinary web front end, but the rules that move your funds live on-chain, where anyone can inspect them.

Rankings combine three signals. Total value locked (TVL) shows how much capital users trust a protocol with. Our editorial score sums up security, ease of use, fees and features. 7-day TVL change shows momentum. You can sort any table by these columns. Projects without enough public information are listed below reviewed ones.

Scores run from 0 to 10. Roughly: 8 and above means a strong, well-established product with good safety signals. 6 to 8 means solid, but with trade-offs you should understand. Below 6 means significant risks or limitations. A blank score means there was not enough public information to judge.

• Check the URL. Phishing sites copy popular dApps. Bookmark official sites.
• Never share your seed phrase. No legitimate dApp or support agent will ask for it.
• Read what you sign. Be wary of unlimited token approvals and "setApprovalForAll" requests. Revoke approvals you no longer need.
• Start small. Test with a small amount before moving larger sums.
• Understand the risks. Audits reduce smart contract risk but do not remove it. Hacks, depegs and liquidations happen.

You must be 18 or older (21 or older in some places), and online gambling is restricted or illegal in many countries, so check your local law first. Look for a clearly stated licence, transparent withdrawal rules and responsible-gambling tools. Set a budget, never chase losses, and get help from BeGambleAware or the National Council on Problem Gambling (1-800-GAMBLER) if gambling stops being fun.

Use the Submit a project page. Send the official website, documentation, chains, contract addresses, audits and social links. For corrections, include the page URL and a public source.