FAQs

General

What is the true value of AI data annotation?

The true value of AI data annotation lies in providing high-quality training data, which is critical for enhancing the accuracy and performance of AI models. Accurate annotations help models correctly interpret and process various types of information, leading to improved real-world application outcomes.

Why is the Sahara AI Testnet more challenging than regular platforms?

The Sahara AI Testnet is designed to ensure that the collected data achieves high-quality application performance in real-world scenarios, making the data genuinely useful and valuable. The heightened difficulty not only enhances the precision of AI Web3 annotation but also ensures participants generate more impactful training data.

Sahara AI aims to pioneer advancements in AI Web3 annotation technology by promoting inclusive participation and efficient data services, empowering the community to collaboratively build a high-quality AI ecosystem.

What kind of AI data annotation product does Sahara AI aspire to create?

Sahara AI aims to develop a data annotation product that emphasizes both accuracy and high-quality data output, while also fostering community participation and feedback. Its vision is to lead the advancement of AI Web3 annotation technology by promoting inclusive participation and efficient data services.

Sahara AI seeks to ensure participants receive fair recognition and rewards for their contributions, empowering the community to collaboratively build a high-quality AI ecosystem.

What benefits can participants gain from Sahara AI data annotation?

1. Based on your task completion rate, accuracy, and consistency, the platform will automatically calculate your earned Sahara points and achievements, which can be redeemed for various rewards.

2. High-quality contributors can unlock seasonal bonuses, climb the leaderboard rankings, and receive public recognition. Repeated low-quality contributions may result in participation restrictions to protect the contributions of high-quality users.

Will Sahara AI tasks remain this challenging in the future?

As Sahara AI progresses and incorporates community feedback, task difficulty will be continuously adjusted. As users become more familiar with the annotation requirements and processes, their efficiency and proficiency will improve. Incremental learning by high-quality contributors will gradually reduce the overall task difficulty. In the future, more user-friendly products catering to a wider audience will be introduced.

What criteria does Sahara AI use to select participants for this test?

1. Active engagement with Sahara AI’s social media activities.

2. Extensive knowledge and experience in AI and Web3 fields.

3. Potential to contribute high-quality data.

4. Prohibition of bot-driven data manipulation.

Will Sahara AI be open to more participants in the future?

Following this internal testing phase in Q1, Sahara AI will refine its product based on community feedback to accelerate its public release. Future plans include gradually opening participation opportunities to more users to attract a broader range of community members. This will contribute to building a stronger and more diverse data annotation ecosystem.

Points & Ranking

What are Sahara Points (SP) used for?

Sahara Points are the primary reward unit in the Sahara AI ecosystem. They reflect your contributions and can be used to track your progress. Earn EXP to increase your rank on the leaderboard, and earn End-of-Season Rewards.

Will my Sahara Points decrease if I am inactive for a period of time?

No, once earned, Sahara Points will not decrease due to inactivity. However, inactivity may affect your EXP growth and ranking position.

What happens if my datapoint submission doesn't meet the quality benchmarks?

If your submission does not meet the required quality benchmarks for a task, you will not earn any Sahara Points for that datapoint.

What is the difference between Base Points and Bonus Points?

• Base Points: Awarded for each datapoint that meets the quality benchmarks of the task.

• Bonus Points: Additional points awarded as a percentage of Base Points for datapoints that exceed the task’s predefined accuracy benchmarks required for the bonus.

What are End-of-Season Rewards?

At the end of each season, participants are rewarded based on their leaderboard ranking. End-of-Season Rewards include:

• Bonus Sahara Points

• Role ascension (e.g. from Initiate to Demigod)

Do my points carry over to the next season?

Yes, points carry over. Provided you have made some progress (non-zero progress) on an achievement, you can claim its NFT at the end of the season.

If I miss a day in the season, can I still receive rewards for that season?

Yes, your Sahara Points will accumulate and carry over to the next season, but your ranking will reset at the beginning of each new season. Even if you miss a day, you still have the opportunity to improve your ranking through subsequent efforts.

How long does it take for SPs (Sahara Points) to be approved and distributed? What should I do if I’ve completed enough tasks but my SPs haven’t been approved in time for the Forge of Perseverance?

It typically takes less than one day for your annotations or reviews to be approved. However, the exact time depends on how quickly other reviewers approve your submissions.

Please note that SPs (Sahara Points) are settled and distributed daily at UTC+0 12:00 AM. To ensure your SPs are accounted for in time:

• Complete your tasks well before the daily cutoff time.

• Allow sufficient time for other reviewers to review and approve your work.

If your SPs haven’t been approved in time for the Forge of Perseverance, even though you’ve completed the required tasks, ensure you’re submitting and completing tasks early enough to account for the review process.

Will participants from the first season automatically qualify for the second season? Do I need to re-apply or fill out the whitelist form again?

If you were whitelisted for Season 1, you do not need to fill out the waitlist or questionnaire again to qualify for Season 2. Your whitelist status will carry over automatically.

User Tiers

What is the difference between task-specific roles (Annotators & Reviewers) and Hierarchy Based User Tiers (Initiates & Demigods)?

Task-Specific Roles (focus on the tasks within the platform):

• Annotators: Label and organize raw data for AI training.

• Reviewers: Validate and refine annotations to ensure quality and accuracy.

Status-Based Tiers (reflect a user’s privileges and earning potential within the platform):

• Initiates: Entry-level users with access to tasks and leaderboard participation.

• Demigods: Elite contributors with exclusive access to premium tasks, bonus rewards, and private channels.

Achievements

Can I claim the NFT for an achievement even if I don’t fully complete it?

Yes, as long as you have made some progress (non-zero progress) on an achievement, you can claim its NFT at the end of the season.

Can I earn achievements in multiple knowledge areas for Oracle of Knowledge?

Yes, you can earn achievements in three areas of knowledge. However, each achievement requires accumulating 100 SP in a single knowledge area to claim its EXP and associated rewards.

Do achievements reset after the season ends?

Yes, achievements reset at the start of a new season. However, your NFTs earned from the previous season will remain as permanent proof of your progress.

How do I track my achievements?

You can track your progress on the Achievements Page under the "In Progress" tab. It displays all active achievements, their requirements, and your current progress.

What happens if I miss a day for achievements like Titan’s Vigil or Forge of Perseverance?

Missing a day will not reset your progress. However, you will not be able to claim the full 31 EXP for these achievements if you miss any days.

How does Oracle of Knowledge work?

The Oracle of Knowledge requires you to earn 100 Sahara Points in a specific knowledge category (e.g., Prompt Collection, Model Optimization, or Persona Emulation). You can claim rewards for partial progress within one knowledge category but at least one knowledge category must be fully completed to mint the NFT.

What is the difference between “In Progress” and “Closed” achievements?

• In Progress Achievements: These are active achievements you are currently working on.

• Closed Achievements: These are from past events that have ended. You can review these to track your participation and progress but cannot claim additional rewards.

What happens if I don't claim my rewards before the deadline?

If you don’t claim your rewards before the deadline, you will lose the opportunity to claim the corresponding EXP. Be sure to claim them in time!

Sign-In & Onboarding

Can I change my sign-in method?

Unfortunately, you cannot change your initial sign-in method after setting up your account. If you wish to use a different sign-in method, you will need to create a new account from scratch.

Is it safe to connect with my on-chain wallet? Will my funds be compromised if I use this method for sign-in?

Connecting your on-chain wallet for sign-in is safe. We do not have access to the contents of your wallet or any other sensitive information. Your funds and data remain under your control and are not compromised by the authentication process.

I have been whitelisted, but I cannot log in to the platform using my social account/email/phone. What should I do?

The wallet address is the only criterion for whitelisting you, so please use the whitelisted wallet address to log in to the platform.

Can I log in to my account on different devices?

Yes, you can use any device to access your account as long as you remember your login credentials, allowing you to participate in tasks and monitor your progress anytime, anywhere.

Can I join a season already in progress?

No, users are onboarded on a seasonal basis.

How can I check my digital wallet balance and withdraw funds?

You can use any third-party digital wallet application to manage your cryptocurrency balance. Log in to the third-party wallet using your Sahara platform wallet address. This allows you to check your balance and make transactions as needed.

Can I modify the wallet address in my account?

No, the wallet address is the unique identifier for your account.

What should I do if I'm stuck on an annotation task?

If you're unsure, click the “Read Instructions” button for detailed guidelines. If you still have questions, you can search online or discuss them in the official Discord channel for further assistance.

Can I switch between the roles of Annotator and Reviewer during a task?

No, roles cannot be switched during a task. Roles are automatically assigned by the system based on platform needs, your skills, and task requirements. Users are unable to manually choose or change their roles once assigned.

Can I choose my role in a task?

No, it is assigned to you randomly by the system to optimize task distribution and maintain high-quality results.

Will the rewards be different for two roles?

No, the rewards are not different for the two roles. Both annotators and reviewers earn Sahara Points based on the task’s description and the quality of their contributions. The system ensures fairness by rewarding users equally for their efforts, regardless of their assigned role.

Rules

Why was I banned?

In most cases, this is due to extremely low performance in data tasks.

Will being banned from one task affect my ability to complete other tasks?

No, being banned from one task will not affect your ability to complete other tasks. However, if you receive bans on multiple tasks, it may result in a platform ban for 7 days, or potentially a permanent ban.

How can I improve the quality of my data and minimize bans?

To improve data quality and avoid bans, focus on accuracy rather than speed, ensuring your work meets or exceeds the task’s quality standards. Carefully follow the provided guidelines, avoid any form of cheating, and double-check your submissions for errors before completing the task. Delivering consistent, thoughtful, and genuine work is essential to maintaining a strong standing on the platform.

Can I submit multiple datapoints for the same task?

Yes, you can submit multiple datapoints for the same task as long as you stay within the daily submission limits and maintain the required quality standards for each submission.

If I fail the pre-task exam, can I try again?

No, you cannot retake the pre-task exam. Each user has only one attempt to pass the exam for a task. If you fail, you will no longer have access to that task.

When will points be distributed?

Points will be distributed daily at 12:00AM (UTC+0)

When will new tasks be released?

New tasks will be updated every three days at 10:00 PM PST.

Is crafting jailbreaking prompts legal?

Crafting jailbreaking prompts on our platform is legal as we are doing this for ethical, educational, or research purposes. We support responsible exploration and testing of AI systems to improve their safety, robustness, and understanding. By participating in this effort, you are contributing to the advancement of AI safety and ethical research.

Why am I suspended in the middle of doing the task?

You were suspended because your current accuracy or maximum possible accuracy has fallen below the required threshold. This means it’s no longer possible for you to meet the task’s quality standards.

The system stops you early to prevent poor-quality annotations and ensure efficient task management. This helps maintain high data quality for everyone.

Why don’t I have access to certain tasks?

Some premium tasks are exclusive to Demigod-tier users who hold the specific NFT that validates their status. If you don’t have access, it means you haven’t yet achieved the Demigod tier or obtained the required NFT.

To unlock access to these tasks, rank up this season to reach the Demigod tier and earn the necessary NFT. Once you have it, you’ll gain access to those premium tasks in the next season.