VOTING GUIDELINES – TRUST BITCOIN DAO

How Community Decisions Are Made?

Voting is a key element of governance in the Trust Bitcoin ecosystem.

These guidelines explain how voting works, what is expected from participants, and how decisions are handled.

Voting is designed to be transparent, fair, and community-driven.

WHO CAN VOTE?

Voting eligibility is defined by DAO governance rules and may include:

  • Holders of TBC
  • Active ecosystem participants
  • Community members meeting defined criteria

Eligibility requirements may evolve through governance decisions.

VOTING PRINCIPLES

All voting in Trust Bitcoin follows these principles:

  • Voluntary Participation – Voting is optional
  • Transparency – Voting processes and outcomes are visible
  • Fairness – No centralized control or hidden influence
  • Responsibility – Voters are expected to act ethically
  • Community Benefit – Decisions should prioritize long-term value

VOTING RIGHTS & WEIGHT

  • Voting rights may be based on predefined governance rules
  • Voting weight mechanisms may vary
  • No participant is guaranteed influence

Exact parameters are communicated clearly before each vote.

VOTING PROCESS (HIGH-LEVEL)

1. Proposal Announcement

Voting proposals are published through official DAO channels.

2. Review Period

Community members review proposal details and discussion feedback.

3. Voting Window

Voting remains open for a defined period.

4. Vote Submission

Eligible participants cast their votes through the designated platform.

5. Vote Finalization

Results are recorded and published transparently.

EXPECTED CONDUCT DURING VOTING

Voters are expected to:

  • Review proposals carefully
  • Avoid misinformation or coercion
  • Respect differing opinions
  • Act independently and responsibly

Manipulation, vote-buying, or coercion is not tolerated.

ABSTENTION & NON-PARTICIPATION

  • Voting is not mandatory
  • Abstaining carries no penalty
  • Non-participation does not affect access to the ecosystem

OUTCOMES & IMPLEMENTATION

External or technical constraints may affect execution.

TRANSPARENCY OF RESULTS

Trust Bitcoin commits to:

All governance activity is subject to community oversight.

LIMITATIONS OF VOTING

Voting does not:

Governance outcomes reflect collective judgment, not certainty.

CHANGES TO VOTING RULES

Voting guidelines may evolve through governance proposals.

FINAL NOTE

Voting is both a right and a responsibility.

Informed, ethical participation strengthens Trust Bitcoin’s decentralized governance.

This page is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or investment advice.