Bounty Lifecycle
What happens to your bounty?
Follow the journey of a bounty from creation to completion, and understand how funds are distributed in different scenarios.
Flow Diagram
Process Explanation
Issue Closure
When an issue is closed, the system immediately begins the resolution process by checking for associated Pull Requests.
Decision Points
PR Reference Check
- Has PR: System checks for multiple contributors
- No PR: Enters 14-day claim waiting period
Multiple PRs
- Multiple PRs: Requires manual review for fair distribution
- Single PR: Automatic distribution to PR author
Claims Period
Important
For issues without PR references, a 14-day window opens:
- Contributors can submit claims during this period
- Unclaimed bounties are returned after timeout
- All claims require manual review
Review Types
Manual Review Required
Manual review (highlighted in red) is needed when:
- Multiple PRs exist
- PR review is explicitly requested
- Claims are made during waiting period
Automatic Handling
Automatic processing (highlighted in green) occurs for:
- Single PR distribution
- Credit return after timeout
Note
All manual reviews are conducted by our team to ensure fair distribution and prevent gaming of the system.