@cryptomill
New users on Farcaster or the Base app may ask: "WTF is that Neynar Score?" or "How can I reduce my spam level?"
First of all, I would recommend adding a meaningful bio and verifying your account with, for example, X, GitHub, or Coinbase.
Here are some details and hints on how you can improve your Neynar Score. It is a long text, but it might help you.
1. Quality over Quantity (Meaningful Engagement)
The score isn't just about how much you post, but who interacts with you.
High-Score Interactions: If users with high reputation (e.g., Power Badge holders or well-known builders) like, reply to, or recast your posts, your score will increase much faster.
Avoid "Spam Circles": Interacting primarily with newly created accounts or obvious bots can negatively impact your score.
2. Organic Growth and Consistency
The algorithm rewards genuine social behavior over automated or "grindy" activity.
Meaningful Replies: Write thoughtful comments. Simple "GM" posts or emoji-only replies carry very little weight and can sometimes be flagged as low-quality.
Active Presence: The score is recalculated weekly (or even hourly for accounts less than 30 days old). Long periods of inactivity will cause your score to drop.
Stay Relevant: Post in channels that match your content. Posting unrelated content in popular channels is often viewed as "engagement farming."
3. On-chain Reputation & Identity
Neynar looks at your identity beyond just the social layer:
Connected Wallets: Ensure you have a verified Ethereum/Base address linked to your profile. Wallets with a transaction history or reputable NFTs (like ENS names) signal that you are a real person.
Power Badges: Earning a Power Badge on "Warpcast" is one of the strongest indicators of a high Neynar Score.
4. Behaviors to Avoid (Red Flags)
The score is designed to filter out sybil attacks and spam. Avoid the following:
Tipping Spam: Overusing tipping tokens (like DEGEN) without actual conversation is a major red flag.
Aggressive Follow/Unfollow: Following hundreds of accounts in a short time, especially if they don't follow back, mimics bot behavior.
Automation: Using scripts to automate likes or casts will almost certainly result in a low score or a shadowban.
How to Monitor Your Progress:
You can use related mini-apps or
you can check your current status using the "Neynar Explorer": https://explorer.neynar.com. Just enter your username or FID (Farcaster ID).
Pro Tip: Since the score is heavily weighted toward "social proof," the best strategy is to find a niche channel you are genuinely interested in and build real relationships with the people there.
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