> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.daily.dev/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. --- title: "Cores" url: https://docs.daily.dev/cores/ description: "Learn how Cores, the in-app currency on daily.dev, let developers reward content, support creators, and unlock future features in the developer economy." lastUpdated: "2026-04-29T08:53:44+03:00" --- ## What are Cores Cores are the official in-app currency on daily.dev. They power a community-driven economy where developers support each other, reward high-quality content, and help surface ideas that matter. Cores aren’t just symbolic, they’re a way to show appreciation that holds real weight. Every time you give or receive them, you’re helping build a more generous and value-based developer network. ## Why Cores matter Cores provide a meaningful way to reward valuable contributions beyond simple likes. They let you reward contributions that actually help you, whether it's a great answer, a sharp insight, or a post that made you rethink something. The more Cores circulate, the stronger our community becomes. Cores enable creators to focus on producing valuable content while receiving direct community support. ## How to get Cores - **Buy them** – Instantly available in your [wallet](https://app.daily.dev/wallet) or during any reward action - **Earn them** – Every time someone tips your profile or [awards your content](/awards/), you get Cores - **Grants** – In some cases, daily.dev may offer Core grants to select creators or Squad admins to reward their communities ## What you can do with Cores - **Reward content with [Awards](/awards/)** – Send free or premium stickers on posts and comments to recognize standout contributions - **Tip creators directly** – Visit any user’s profile and send Cores as a thank-you for their impact - **[Boost a post](/boost/#post-boost)** – Promote your published posts to more developers; your daily budget is set in Cores - **[Boost a Squad](/boost/#squad-boost)** – Admins and moderators can grow public Squads by spending Cores on targeted promotion - **[Restore your reading streak](/weekly-goal/#restore-streak)** – If you break your streak, use Cores to bring it back (your first restore is free) - **[Buy more Cores](https://app.daily.dev/cores)** – Top up instantly from flexible bundles whenever you need more - **[Track your activity](https://app.daily.dev/wallet)** – See your balance, rewards earned, tips sent, boosts spent, and full transaction history in your Wallet ![screenshot of the Cores wallet](https://daily-now-res.cloudinary.com/image/upload/v1745238986/docs/Screenshot_2025-04-21_at_15.32.14.png) *Note: A small payment processing fee may apply when buying Cores, and a 30% platform fee is applied when rewarding others. [Details](https://daily.dev/creators-terms)* Whether you're here to contribute, support others, or both, Cores are your way in. More Core-powered features, like premium interactions and exclusive content, are on the way. ## Good to know - **Cores never expire** – Use them now or later. They’ll stay in your wallet until you’re ready - **Not included with Plus** – Cores are sold separately and not bundled with [daily.dev Plus](/plus-overview/) - **Run out? No worries** – If you try to award or tip but don’t have enough Cores, you’ll be guided to top up instantly, no interruption to your flow