Problem Statement
Travelers attending global events like Token2049 or ETHGlobal often struggle to find trustworthy peers to share accommodations, local travel, or even just coordinate plans with. Traditional social apps aren’t designed for spontaneous, short-term coordination with people traveling for similar purposes. This leads to fragmented planning, increased travel costs, and missed networking opportunities.
Solution Overview
CoPass (TravelChain Connect) is a decentralized, purpose-driven travel coordination platform that connects travelers based on intent—be it attending a crypto event, sightseeing, or working remotely. By leveraging wallet-based login, zero-knowledge identity verification, and smart contract-based shared bookings, CoPass ensures secure, peer-to-peer interactions. It enables users to find companions, co-book stays or transport, and split costs through on-chain escrow contracts. The trust layer is further enhanced via travel reputation stored on-chain.
Project Description
CoPass is a social utility dApp for travelers who want to connect with like-minded people on the go. Whether you’re attending a crypto conference in Dubai or exploring Tokyo as a digital nomad, CoPass helps you:
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Log in using your crypto wallet or Bitrefill credentials
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Add upcoming travel plans (location, dates, purpose)
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Discover and match with others traveling for similar reasons
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Chat securely using encrypted DMs
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Plan and split accommodation or taxi fares via a smart escrow contract (released only when the service is confirmed)
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Build a verified, blockchain-based travel reputation based on peer reviews
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Earn rewards (e.g. Bitrefill store credit) for verified activity and helpful interactions
We’re also exploring integration with the LENZ Protocol for identity layers, travel profile NFTs, and community funding opportunities. What excites us is combining crypto-native trust primitives with real-world travel coordination in a way that’s frictionless, private, and empowering.
Community Engagement Features
To gamify onboarding and build momentum, CoPass will include:
Testable Features / Tasks:
Add a trip (10 points)
Match with another traveler (15 points)
Complete a shared booking via escrow (25 points)
Leave a verified review (10 points)
Share your travel profile link (5 points)
Points System: Users earn CoPass Points for each activity, with a leaderboard and badges for milestones like “First Match,” “Travel Buddy Verified,” or “Explorer Level 1.”
Gamification Benefits:
Boosts user motivation to engage with the platform
Encourages use of all core features
Points may unlock exclusive Bitrefill gift cards or CoPass merch in the future
This system encourages rapid onboarding, peer collaboration, and organic virality through social travel actions.
Getting Involved
Community members can:
Sign up for early access via wallet or Bitrefill credentials
Join the Telegram & Farcaster channels to suggest features and test prototypes
Help us test escrow flows and location-based discovery
Submit ideas for integrations (e.g., Booking.com API, Google Calendar sync)
Apply to become a Local Guide or Event Buddy in their city
We welcome feedback, partnerships, and contributors to bring CoPass to life and transform solo trips into community-powered experiences.