Chainlink (LINK) | Tokenomics, Supply & Release Schedule

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Chainlink

LINK

0x5149…f986ca

Rank #19

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Price

$8.42

Burn

--

Buyback

0.35%

Dynamic

No

Claim

$3.01B

Raise Amount

$32.00M

Version 4

Updated: 19 Feb 2026

Version 4

Updated: 19 Feb 2026

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Token Information

Last updated 02/19/26 19:15 PM

What is the Chainlink token vesting schedule?

Chainlink followed a vesting schedule with allocations to the Team Managed Wallets and Public Token Sale. Most allocations were released through a cliff mechanism. The unlock schedule ended in 2024.

When is the next Chainlink unlock?

Chainlink is fully unlocked.

How much Chainlink supply is currently unlocked?

As of today, approximately 708,099,970 Chainlink which is 70.81% of Chainlink's total supply has been unlocked. The remaining tokens are unlocked.

Is Chainlink vesting cliff or linear?

Chainlink uses cliff vesting, especially for Team Managed Wallets allocations. This means tokens are released all at once after a set waiting period, creating a delayed but significant supply event.

What is the difference between Chainlink circulating and total supply?

The circulating supply of Chainlink is 708,099,970 tokens and the total supply is 1,000,000,000 tokens. The total supply is the max amount of tokens to ever be in circulation, including those that are still locked.

What is Chainlink's FDV (Fully Diluted Valuation)?

Chainlink’s FDV is $8,420,000,000 which reflects the market value if all 1,000,000,000 tokens were unlocked. This figure helps estimate long-term dilution risks.

How is Chainlink allocated across stakeholders?

The Chainlink allocation includes Team Managed Wallets at 65.00% and Public Token Sale at 35.00%.

Has Chainlink price dropped after past unlocks?

Historically, Chainlink has shown low volatility 7 days after the past unlock. The price impact depends on who receives the unlocked tokens and market conditions.

How can I track upcoming Chainlink unlocks?

Tokenomist provides an up-to-date vesting chart and unlocks monitor that shows upcoming unlocks for Chainlink, with visibility for each allocation and amount.

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