GRUBLINK WHITEPAPER
Version: 1.0
Last Updated: May 30, 2025
ABSTRACT
GrubLink (GRUB) is a blockchain-powered utility token created to bridge the digital asset ecosystem
with the physical dining experience. It empowers diners with tangible savings and rewards, while
providing restaurants with a powerful loyalty, engagement, and marketing tool. Built on the Solana
blockchain for speed and scalability, GrubLink leverages the strengths of Web3 to revolutionize how
customers interact with their favorite restaurants and food brands.
MISSION STATEMENT
To build a decentralized, community-driven ecosystem that redefines loyalty and utility in the
restaurant and dining industry.
VISION
GrubLink envisions a future where cryptocurrencies are seamlessly accepted at every dining table.
With a blend of DeFi innovation, restaurant integration, and user-friendly design, we aim to become
the go-to digital loyalty and utility token for restaurants around the globe.
VALUE PROPOSITION
For Diners:
- Receive 10-50% discounts at participating restaurants.
- Redeem exclusive meal offers and event access.
- Participate in community lotteries and staking bonuses.
For Restaurants:
- Increased customer retention through blockchain-based loyalty.
- Zero setup cost and full control over discount rates and rewards.
- Access to marketing exposure via the GrubLink network.
TOKENOMICS
Token Name: GrubLink
Symbol: GRUB
Blockchain: Solana
Total Supply: 3,000,000,000 GRUB
Distribution:
30% Community/airdrops/referral
20% Liquidity pool
20% Staking/holder reward
20% Partnerships + expansion
10% Team
Referral Rewards:
- Invite a friend: 3,000 GRUB
- Restaurant sign-up bonus: 3,000 GRUB
- Top referrers are eligible for monthly bonus airdrops.
Staking & Governance:
- Token holders will be able to stake GRUB to earn rewards and receive governance voting rights
beginning Year 3.
UTILITY
- Verified wallet holders (1000 GRUB minimum) receive discounts at partner restaurants.
- Payment accepted via GRUB or cash-discount applies to wallet verification.
- Future integration with prepaid GrubLink debit cards.
- NFTs and POAP (Proof of Attendance Protocol) rewards for participation in events.
- Merchants can use GRUB as payment for ad placements within the network.
PHASED ROADMAP (20 YEARS)
PHASE 1: LAUNCH & SETUP (Year 1-2)
- Launch GRUB token on Solana
- Establish liquidity pool (GRUB/USDT)
- Launch grublink.net and token dashboard
- Secure first 50 restaurant partnerships
- Begin referral and discount programs
- Apply to CoinMarketCap, CoinGecko
- Begin social media campaigns and community outreach
PHASE 2: EXPANSION (Year 3-5)
- Launch merchant partner dashboard
- Release GrubLink mobile wallet app (iOS & Android)
- Reach 1,000+ global restaurant locations
- Integrate staking + DAO preparation
- Introduce "Burn & Earn" mechanism
- Launch Solana pay terminal pilot program
- NFT collectibles tied to dining rewards
PHASE 3: SCALE & INTEGRATE (Year 6-10)
- Partner with major delivery platforms (UberEats, DoorDash, etc.)
- Launch prepaid GRUB debit card for cash & crypto use
- Token accepted in POS systems at retail level
- Expand to hotel, airline, and cruise dining
- Run city-wide promotions & event sponsorships
- Launch GrubLink DAO for governance
PHASE 4: GLOBAL INFRASTRUCTURE (Year 11-15)
- Franchise restaurant chain pilot program
- Global food service integration (airports, universities)
- Partner with food charities to donate % of usage
- Expand to Asia, Latin America, and Africa
- Integration with major crypto exchanges
- Loyalty partnerships with hotels and airlines
PHASE 5: AUTONOMOUS ECOSYSTEM (Year 16-20)
- Fully autonomous GrubLink DAO managing treasury & rewards
- Launch AI-powered restaurant insight tool
- Establish on-chain user reputation profiles
- GrubLink accepted at over 25,000 locations worldwide
- Real-world food reviews tokenized into NFT archives
- GrubLink Labs incubates restaurant-focused blockchain projects
SECURITY
- Built on Solana: fast, low-fee, scalable
- All wallets and transactions are secured via Phantom/Solflare
- Liquidity locked via trusted locker (e.g., Solocker)
- Code audited before major upgrades
LEGAL & COMPLIANCE
- GrubLink is a utility token and not a security.
- All airdrops and reward distributions are capped to prevent manipulation.
- Trademark, whitepaper, and brand IP submitted to appropriate authorities.
CLOSING THOUGHTS
GrubLink isn't just another token-it's a gateway to a better dining experience, powered by crypto. As
restaurants seek new ways to build loyalty and users demand more for their digital assets, GrubLink
stands at the intersection of lifestyle and blockchain utility.
Join us. Eat. Earn. Experience Web3.