# Impossible Futures: A Guide With [*Impossible Futures*,](https://impossible-futures.com) you're not just voting — you're backing real projects building on the Autonomi Network. By locking your Autonomi tokens, you pledge support to your favourite finalist apps using [**Pledge Points**](https://guide.impossible-futures.com/impossible-futures-a-guide/how-it-works-for-backers/pledge-points-explained), getting you a share of a generous [**rewards pool**](https://guide.impossible-futures.com/impossible-futures-a-guide/how-it-works-for-backers/how-rewards-are-shared) — and a shot at bonus cash prizes if the project succeeds. *** ## What You'll Find in This Guide Whether you're new or already backing, here’s what you need to know: #### [How Backing Works](https://guide.impossible-futures.com/impossible-futures-a-guide/how-it-works-for-backers) — for Backers Lock Autonomi tokens, pledge support, earn rewards if your backed projects succeed. #### [**Pledge Points Explained**](https://guide.impossible-futures.com/impossible-futures-a-guide/how-it-works-for-backers/pledge-points-explained) How the Pledge Point system works, how you use them to back, and how they’re used to calculate rewards. #### [**How Rewards Are Shared**](https://guide.impossible-futures.com/impossible-futures-a-guide/how-it-works-for-backers/how-rewards-are-shared) Understand how the main Autonomi token reward pool is distributed, how it grows over time, and how your support translates into rewards. #### [**Cash Prizes**](https://guide.impossible-futures.com/impossible-futures-a-guide/how-it-works-for-backers/cash-prizes) Extra rewards available if the project you backed wins a main prize — but only if you got in early. #### [**Unlocking Your Rewards**](https://guide.impossible-futures.com/impossible-futures-a-guide/how-it-works-for-backers/unlocking-your-rewards) When you’ll get your Autonomi tokens back and how your reward tokens and cash prizes are distributed. #### [How Backing Works](https://guide.impossible-futures.com/impossible-futures-a-guide/how-it-works-for-builders) — **For Builders** Details for developers in the program — what’s on offer, how projects are judged, and how to stay eligible for the prizes. *** ### Still Have Questions? Check out our [FAQs](https://guide.impossible-futures.com/faqs) for quick answers about eligibility, timing, and how the reward logic works. *** ### Ready to Back the ~~im~~possible?
Start BackingSee the leaderboard, find your favourite, and pledge support.https://backing.impossible-futures.comAd concept 20.jpg
Explore the ProjectsDig in to all the detail of our 12 finalistshttps://impossible-futures.com/projectsAd concept 21.jpg