MoveQuest Phantom Miners
Phantom Miners are a starting point for new MoveQuest participants — a way to explore the ecosystem without buying a miner upfront. Here's what they are, what “free” really means, and how to begin safely.
What are Phantom Miners?
Phantom Miners are an entry point into the MoveQuest ecosystem. When you move in the real world, the MoveQuest app turns that activity into something called Proof of Physical Activity (PoPA). Phantom Miners are a way to participate in that system — a starting set you can activate so your movement gets submitted and validated on-chain.
The key idea for beginners: you can start exploring without buying a miner upfront. That's what the “free Phantom” start is about. It's not free of every cost, and it's not a promise of earnings — more on both below.
What does “free” actually mean?
“Free” refers to the upfront cost of eligible Phantom Miners. You don't have to purchase a miner to begin. But participating in the Avalanche network is not zero-cost:
- No upfront miner purchase for eligible participants.
- Avalanche network (gas) fees can apply when you transact on-chain.
- PoPA submission fees and other participation costs can also apply.
- Eligibility and terms can change over time.
The starting experience at a glance
Current official materials describe the beginner experience using two headline numbers:
18
Phantom Miners, no upfront purchase
135
Day starting experience
These figures come from current official MoveQuest program information and can change. Availability, limits, eligibility and terms are set by MoveQuest — always confirm the current details on official sources before acting.
The pieces you'll need
A wallet
A self-custody wallet stores your assets and signs transactions on the Avalanche network. You — and only you — hold the keys.
AVAX for gas
The Avalanche network charges gas for on-chain actions. You'll need a small amount of AVAX to cover network fees.
The MoveQuest app
The official MoveQuest app records your movement and lets you connect your wallet and miners. Download it from official sources only.
Proof of Physical Activity (PoPA)
PoPA is how real-world movement is verified and recorded on-chain. Your activity is submitted and validated rather than assumed.
How to start, step by step
This is the big picture. For the full click-by-click walkthrough, head to the guided setup.
- 1
Understand the idea
Get comfortable with what Phantom Miners are and what “free” does and doesn't mean before you do anything else.
- 2
Set up a wallet and AVAX gas
You'll need a compatible wallet and a small amount of AVAX on the Avalanche network to cover gas fees when you transact.
- 3
Get the MoveQuest app
Install the official MoveQuest app and connect it to your wallet so your activity can be recorded and submitted.
- 4
Claim your Phantom Miners
Use the current official flow to activate eligible Phantom Miners — up to 18 with no upfront miner purchase where eligible.
- 5
Stay active, stay safe
Move, submit activity, and never share your seed phrase or private keys. Verify you're on official MoveQuest URLs every time.
Stay safe with your wallet
This is the most important section on this page. Please read it carefully.
- Never share your seed phrase or private keys with anyone — not with MoveQuest support, not with an AI guide, not with anyone who asks. No legitimate service will ever need them.
- Your seed phrase is the master key to your wallet. Anyone who has it controls your funds. Write it down offline and store it somewhere safe.
- Verify official URLs before connecting your wallet or entering anything. Only use the official MoveQuest website and app; be cautious of look-alike sites and “Don't Click That Link” style scams.
Check the official source
Always confirm the current program details directly with MoveQuest before acting.
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers on the most common questions.