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Introduction

Polli is a staking optimization platform built for users across Proof-of-Stake (PoS) blockchains. It guides users through the staking process — even those with no prior experience — while helping them maximize returns through intelligent automation.

Polli currently supports the Cosmos Ecosystem, including tokens like ATOM, OSMOSIS, and LAVA, and is actively expanding to other chains within Cosmos. Support for Solana and Ethereum staking optimizations is also on the horizon.

Core Purpose​

The main goals of Polli are:

  • 📈 Optimize staking returns for users
  • 🤖 Automate repetitive and technical staking actions
  • 🧭 Guide beginners with staking best practices
  • 🔗 Ensure diversification and risk management in validator selection

How Optimization Works​

Polli's optimization engine continuously monitors your staked assets and executes intelligent actions to maximize your returns. The system operates through a sophisticated analysis process that:

  • Monitors validator performance - Tracks uptime, commission rates, slashing events, and overall performance metrics
  • Calculates optimal compounding intervals - Determines the most cost-effective timing for reward compounding based on your stake size
  • Analyzes portfolio distribution - Ensures proper diversification across validators to minimize risk
  • Executes smart redelegations - Automatically moves stake from underperforming validators to better alternatives

All optimization actions are performed automatically once you grant the necessary permissions, with no need for manual intervention.

Your Funds Are Safe​

Polli never holds or controls your funds. Our platform operates using blockchain-native permission systems (Authz grants) that allow us to perform specific staking actions on your behalf, but we cannot:

  • ❌ Transfer your staked funds to other addresses (except for service fees, explained below)
  • ❌ Access your wallet or private keys

Your assets remain in your wallet at all times, secured by the blockchain's consensus mechanism. You maintain full ownership and can revoke our permissions whenever you choose.

Required Permissions​

To enable automated optimization, Polli requires specific, limited permissions granted through blockchain-native authorization systems. These permissions vary by optimization type and blockchain, but typically include:

  • Staking/Delegation Permissions - Allows Polli to delegate (compound) your rewards
  • Redelegation Permissions - Enables automatic rebalancing between validators
  • Reward Claim Permissions - Permits claiming of staking rewards for compounding

Specific permission requirements are detailed in each optimization product's documentation.

Send Authorization for Fee Collection​

Polli charges a small service fee for optimization services. To collect this fee, you grant a Send Authorization that allows Polli to transfer a limited amount of tokens from your wallet. This authorization is strictly capped:

  • 🔒 Limited to a small percentage of your delegation (typically 2-5% annually)
  • 🔒 Cannot exceed the specified spend limit you authorize
  • 🔒 Renewable and revocable at any time by you
  • 🔒 Only triggered during successful optimization operations

This ensures that even with send authorization, Polli can only collect the agreed-upon fees and cannot access your principal stake or excessive amounts.

Optimization Frequency​

Our optimization engine runs on a scheduled basis (typically hourly) to check if any actions are needed. However, actions are only executed when they are profitable and beneficial for your portfolio. This means:

  • Compounding only occurs when the rewards exceed transaction costs
  • Redelegations only happen when a validator's performance justifies the change
  • Balancing adjustments are made only when portfolio distribution needs correction

You'll never pay fees for unnecessary transactions.