[2] Frozen Tokens (F|Link)

The Frozen Token mechanism introduces a permanent one-way transformation of DPTF Tokens, allowing users to freeze their tokens in exchange for a new, immutable Frozen version. This mechanism supports use cases that require irreversible locking, long-term commitment, or deflationary design.

Example Link: F|VST-Q3X8L2RRNWfk

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1. How Freezing Works

To enable this feature, the DPTF Token Owner must first create a Frozen Link.

Once established:

• Any user holding the DPTF Token can opt to freeze their tokens at will.

• The original DPTF Tokens are sent to the Vesting Smart Ouronet Account, where they are permanently sequestered.

• In exchange, the user receives an equivalent amount of Frozen DPTF Tokens, issued directly to their account.

These Frozen Tokens retain the same fungible format (DPTF), but are marked as frozen within the Ouronet ecosystem and carry unique usage rules or restrictions.

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2. Finality of Freezing

⚠️ Freezing is permanent.

• Once frozen, the original DPTF Tokens can never be recovered.

• There is no unfreeze or rollback functionality.

• The Frozen DPTF Tokens are irreversible representations of the original locked value.

This makes Frozen Tokens ideal for use cases that require trustless, one-way transformation of tokens, removing them from circulation or committing them to special systems.

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3. Use Cases & Strategic Utility

Frozen Tokens are designed to support ecosystem mechanics that benefit from long-term commitment or supply management. Examples include:

Use Case	Description
🔐 Vault Integration	Projects may allow only Frozen Tokens in specific vaults that offer boosted rewards, governance rights, or exclusive access.
📉 Supply Control	Freezing DPTF Tokens permanently removes them from active circulation, creating a deflationary effect without burning.
🏛️ Governance or Staking Models	Frozen Tokens can be used to represent long-term staked positions, aligning participants with the future of the project.

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4. Technical Characteristics

Feature	Description
🔁 Fungible Format	Frozen Tokens remain DPTF—fully fungible and on-chain native.
❄️ Irreversible	Freezing is final. No unfreezing, burning, or rollback is possible.
🔐 Custody of Original	Original DPTF Tokens are held permanently in the Vesting Smart Ouronet Account.
🛠️ Configurable Utility	Token Owners can build systems (Vaults, protocols, governance) around Frozen Tokens.

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Comparison to Other Token Mechanisms

Mechanism	Redeemable?	Time-Based?	Fungible Format	Notes
Frozen Token	❌ No	❌ No	✅ DPTF	Permanent lock
Reserved Token	✅ Owner only	✅ Yes (set by Owner)	✅ DPTF	Use in future events
Sleeping Token	✅ After delay	✅ Yes	❌ DPMF	Unlocks once at a future date
Vested Token	✅ In stages	✅ Yes	❌ DPMF	Single or Multiple unlock points