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# ACO

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**Good to know:** The first project to roll out via AVATALAUNCH is the AVATA Network, and the allocation is 100% via the ACO method. You can learn more about how to participate [<mark style="color:blue;">**here**</mark>](/avata/guide/how-to-participate-in-aco.md).
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There are **two ways** to obtain IDO allocation on AVATALAUNCH: the guaranteed method — or the **lottery method**. The lottery method happens through an event known as ACO, where the winners will be whitelisted and given allocation. The following explains:

![AVATAN CHANCE OFFERING — also known as ACO — is a new concept in the launchpad industry.](/files/WdwmV0EcgdBNzna3Bbj8)

### The Aims Are:

* to maximize the bond between AVATA Network and its community.
* to capitalize on the market that was usually left out (non-staking community members) by implementing a process that results in a win-win situation between AVATA Network, IDO participants & launched projects.
* to provide chances for the guaranteed-allocation member to earn extra allocation.

### Comparison Between Guaranteed IDO Allocation & ACO

![Click on image to enlarge.](/files/e4Kpwh6omKWtsqPD1nxm)

### **What is ACO?**

It is a lottery event that allows the public to obtain IDO allocation without going through the SuperPool. **Every upcoming IDO will also have its own ACO round.**

### **Who Can Participate?**

It is open to everyone regardless of their AVAT holding status.

### **Doesn’t This Risk AVAT’s Market Position?**

**No,** it does not since ACO allocation is limited — and WOULD NOT affect AVAT’s market position. Moreover:

* Although not required to stake in the SuperPool, ACO participants must contribute value to the AVATA ecosystem by performing a series of market-awareness tasks before every IDO.
* A lottery system performed by the smart contract will then pick winners randomly.
* Finally, ACO would not only help to increase the community strength before every IDO — but also spur every IDO campaign!