> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.shotgun.fun/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Cashback System

Shotgun rewards active traders with cashback on platform fees. The more volume you trade, the higher your tier - and the more of your fees you get back.

<Info>
  Cashback is calculated as a percentage of Shotgun's platform fee on each trade. Higher tiers return a greater share of that fee directly to you. Shotgun's platform fee is 1%.
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## Tier Overview

| Cashback Tier   | Cashback |
| --------------- | -------- |
| **ROOKIE**      | 50%      |
| **JOYRIDER**    | 60%      |
| **GEARHEAD**    | 70%      |
| **DRAG RACER**  | 80%      |
| **HOTSHOT**     | 85%      |
| **FRONTRUNNER** | 90%      |
| **LEADER**      | 95%      |
| **CHAMPION**    | 100%     |

Volume Required refers to your **cumulative total trading volume** on Shotgun. Once you cross a threshold, your tier upgrades automatically.

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  **Referral Bonus:** Users who join Shotgun through a referral link receive a **10% cashback bonus** on top of the default ROOKIE tier - starting at **60% cashback** instead of 50%.
</Check>

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## How Tiers Work

**Tiers are based on lifetime volume.** Every trade you make on Shotgun counts toward your total volume. As your cumulative volume crosses each threshold, your cashback tier increases - permanently.

**Tier upgrades are automatic.** You don't need to claim or apply for a tier change. Your cashback rate updates as soon as the threshold is reached.

**Progress is visible in your dashboard.** Each tier card shows your current progress toward the next tier - including exactly how much additional volume is needed to unlock it.

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## CHAMPION - Full Cashback

At CHAMPION tier, you receive **100% cashback** on Shotgun's platform fee - meaning you effectively trade with zero platform cost. All fees collected on your trades are returned to you.