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How to delegate your voting power: A guide for $ARB token holders

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Delegating your voting power is an essential part of participating in the ArbitrumDAO. As a token holder, you have the ability to vote on governance proposals and to elect members of the Security Council.

If you don't have the time or resources to actively participate in the DAO's governance, you can still make your voice heard by delegating your voting power to a delegate. This how-to will walk you through the process of evaluating and selecting a delegate.

Delegate your voting power on the on-chain governance UI​

Before you delegate your voting power, it's important to understand that by delegating your voting power, you're entrusting someone else to vote on your behalf. So it's really important to choose a delegate who aligns with your values and who you trust to make decisions in the best interest of the ArbitrumDAO and its community.

To delegate your voting power, you'll need an Ethereum wallet that holds $ARB tokens, such as MetaMask. Once you have your wallet set up, you can follow these steps:

  1. Go to the ArbitrumDAO page in the on-chain governance UI.
  2. Connect your wallet by clicking on "Connect Wallet" and selecting the address that holds your $ARB tokens.
  3. Click on the "Delegates" tab on the top menu.
  4. Search for the delegate you'd like to delegate your voting power to and select their profile.
  5. Once you have read the profile, select the “Delegate to this address” button, and confirm the delegation by following the prompts.
  6. Wait for the transaction to be confirmed on the Arbitrum One network.

Once your transaction is confirmed, your voting power will be assigned to the delegate you've chosen. You can also check your delegation by going to the "My Delegation" tab and looking for the delegate you've chosen.

When selecting a delegate, it's important to consider the following:

  • The delegate's values, as outlined in the Constitution and their position on the proposals.
  • The delegate's track record, if they have one.
  • The delegate's level of engagement with the community and their willingness to listen and respond to feedback.
  • The delegate's level of technical expertise and their experience in the space.

By following these steps and considering these factors, you can ensure that you're delegating your voting power to a trustworthy and competent delegate who will work to further the goals of the ArbitrumDAO and its community. If you have any questions or concerns, visit the ArbitrumDAO governance forum.