Gate Contract Points Reset Rules Explained: Do You Know About the 15-Day Validity Period?

“I missed the contract points redemption time again, and over 100 points just disappeared!” Recently, similar voices have been common in Gate’s community discussions.

Since the official launch of the Gate Contract Points System on October 14, 2025, it has quickly become an important channel for contract traders to gain additional value. This system converts platform participation into quantifiable point rewards by recording users’ trading behaviors, asset holdings, and invitation activities.

01 Core Rules: Validity Period and Zeroing Mechanism

The most fundamental rule of the Gate Contract Points System is the clear 15-day validity period. Each batch of points obtained can only be used within 15 days from the date of issuance.

After this period, the points will automatically expire and cannot be recovered. This design ensures the liquidity and activity of the points system, preventing long-term accumulation from affecting system operation.

Regarding point consumption, the system adopts the “First-In, First-Out (FIFO)” principle. When you use points to redeem rewards, the system will automatically deduct the earliest earned and soon-to-expire points batches first.

This mechanism is designed to maximize user rights protection and prevent points from expiring due to oversight.

02 Points Acquisition: Three Main Channels and Calculation Details

After understanding the zeroing rules, let’s look at how points are obtained. The Gate Contract Points are mainly automatically calculated through three independent and stackable channels: trading volume, account asset balance, and successful invitation of new users.

Contract Trading Points are the primary way to earn points. The system grants points based on the user’s effective contract trading volume for the day, according to a tiered structure. Trading volume reaching 400 USDT grants 1 point, and as trading volume increases, points grow in a tiered manner.

It’s important to note that the system only counts platform-verified genuine and normal contract transactions. Self-trades, wash trading, and other abnormal transactions are not included in the points calculation.

Account Balance Points are awarded based on daily snapshots of the total USDT and BTC assets in the contract account. Balances between 100 and 1,000 USDT earn 1 point/day, while balances exceeding 100,000 USDT can earn 4 points/day.

Invitation Points: Each successful invitation of a new user grants 1 point, with a maximum of 3 points per day. To count as a successful invitation, the invited user must earn at least 2 points on that day.

03 Point Value: Redemption Options and Potential Returns

So, what are these points actually useful for? The Gate Contract Points mainly have the following practical values:

Cash Token Redemption: Points can be exchanged for cash tokens, directly used to offset contract trading fees. This is the most straightforward way to reduce trading costs, especially suitable for high-frequency traders.

Position Experience Vouchers and Trial Funds: Position experience vouchers allow you to trade with leverage beyond normal limits under certain conditions. Trial funds can be used to test new strategies without risking real capital.

Participation in Exclusive Airdrops: This is one of the most promising uses of points. Gate regularly hosts airdrop events exclusive to contract points users. For example, during the public beta, users only need to spend 1 point to receive a 0.12 GT reward.

According to on-chain data, in the 65th round of Gate’s contract points airdrop, the single-transaction yield was close to $9. Users holding more than 70 contract points can participate, with a redemption cost of 15 points.

04 Management Strategies: How to Avoid Wasting Points

Faced with a strict 15-day validity period, efficient management of points is crucial. Here are some practical tips:

Regularly Check Point Status: Develop the habit of checking your point balance and expiration dates weekly. Both the Gate app and website provide clear point inquiry interfaces, and the system will also mark batches that are about to expire.

Create a Redemption Plan Instead of Hoarding: Rather than chasing a high total of points, it’s better to develop a regular redemption plan. Use points in conjunction with your trading cycle—for example, redeem cash tokens before a series of trades to lower costs.

Be Alert to Expiry Signals: Note that points do not notify you in advance before expiration, and expired points cannot be recovered. When your points page shows batches nearing expiration, prioritize converting them into the most practical rewards.

05 Common Misconceptions Clarified

There are a few common misconceptions about Gate Contract Points that need clarification:

Points Are Not Assets: Contract points are “rights certificates,” not financial assets, and cannot be withdrawn, transferred, or traded OTC.

Independent from Other Points Systems: Gate Contract Points are completely separate from Alpha Points; they are not interoperable. Alpha Points are for all platform users, while contract points are specifically for contract trading participants.

Calculation Method: Points are calculated daily and automatically credited to your account the next day. There is no manual application process, nor is there a cap on how many points you can earn.

Future Outlook

Open the Gate App, click the “Contract Points” entry in the top-left avatar menu, and you might see an unobtrusive countdown timer silently ticking next to your points balance. Those numbers are not just chips for redeeming rewards—they are a faithful record of your trading activity over the past 15 days.

The system does not remind you when points are about to expire, just as the market does not warn you that opportunities are slipping away. In the world of contract trading, whether seizing market opportunities or managing platform points, proactive planning is always more valuable than reactive responses.