THE SIGNAL
BY
THE ARCH

The Signal Directory. Connect with verified Web3 partners through warm introductions.

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  • Company Overview
  • How It Works
  • About Us
  • Manifesto
  • Get Listed
  • Become an Operative
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  • Get Your Badge
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How The Signal Works

The Signal is not a job board. It's not a freelance marketplace. It's a closed ecosystem designed to solve one problem: helping legitimate Web3 service providers get discovered, trusted, and paid.

THE BROKEN SYSTEM

The Problem We Solve

In Web3, trust is broken. Projects can't tell legitimate providers from scammers. Providers can't reach qualified clients. Everyone loses.

97%

Cold Outreach Dependency

of Web3 service providers rely on cold DMs and outbound β€” low response rates, wasted time, unpredictable revenue.

$0

Zero Inbound Revenue

is what most providers earn from inbound leads β€” because without credibility signals, they're invisible to buyers.

89%

Trust Crisis

of projects have been burned by a provider β€” making them skeptical of everyone, including legitimate operators.

The Result: Qualified providers waste months chasing leads, while projects hire the wrong partners and get burned. The cycle repeats.

OUR SOLUTION

The 4-Pillar Ecosystem

We built four interconnected engines that work together to solve the discovery and trust problem β€” permanently.

Pillar 01

The Discovery Engine

When projects need a market maker, auditor, legal counsel, or any Web3 service provider, they search The Signal. Our directory is SEO-optimized and ranks on Google for high-intent keywords.

SEO Backlinks

Do-follow links from DA 35+ domain boost your Google authority

Category Ranking

Appear in "best market makers" type searches on Google

Priority Placement

Verified partners appear first in all internal searches

Pillar 02

The Credibility Engine

The Verified badge signals legitimacy in a low-trust market. We vet every partner before granting verified status. Your credibility compounds over time β€” every successful deal builds your permanent reputation.

βœ“
Blue Checkmark
Instant trust signal
πŸ”’
Vetting Process
Team reviews all applicants
πŸ“ˆ
Trust Capital
Reputation compounds
⭐
Track Record
Visible deal history
Pillar 03

The Active BD Network

Our Business Development team doesn't wait for clients to find you. We actively source opportunities and push qualified leads to verified partners. Think of us as your outbound team β€” except you don't pay salaries.

How It Works

  • 1.Project reaches out needing a service provider
  • 2.Our BD team qualifies the lead
  • 3.We match with best-fit verified partners
  • 4.Warm intro made β€” you close the deal

Priority Access

  • Genesis/Apex get first look on all leads
  • Verified partners get warm introductions
  • Matching based on expertise fit
  • No fee until deal closes
Pillar 04

The Referral Flywheel

Partners refer clients to each other. When a VC's portfolio company needs marketing, your name comes up. When a market maker's client needs an audit, they refer within the network. It's a closed ecosystem where everyone benefits.

The Flywheel Effect

🀝
Partner A closes deal
πŸ“£
Client needs other services
πŸ”—
Partner A refers Partner B
πŸ’°
Both partners earn
20%
Partner referral commission
10%
Deal introduction fee
∞
Lifetime attribution

The Verification Process

How we ensure every verified partner is truly legitimate.

Step 01

Application Submission

Fill out the partner application with your company info, services, portfolio, and team details.

Step 02

Background Check

Our team reviews your track record, verifies references, and checks for any red flags or complaints.

Step 03

Video Interview

Brief call with our team to verify identity, discuss your services, and answer questions.

Step 04

Verified Badge Granted

Profile goes live with verified status, SEO backlink activated, and BD network access enabled.

Complete Tier Breakdown

Higher tiers = more visibility = more deals. Here's exactly what you get at each level.

Entry Tier

Listed

Free
  • Basic profile
  • Search visibility
  • BD network
  • Verified badge
  • SEO backlink
  • Lead access
Growth Tier

Verified

$99/mo
  • Verified checkmark
  • Priority in search
  • BD network access
  • Do-follow SEO link
  • Partner referrals
  • Profile analytics
Lifetime Tier

Genesis

$999 one-time
  • All Verified perks
  • Lifetime verified
  • Founding partner
  • Tradeable NFT pass
  • Priority leads
  • Never pay again
Elite Tier

Apex

$4,999 one-time
  • All Genesis perks
  • Homepage ad spot
  • #1 in category
  • Strategic advisor
  • First look on deals
  • VIP BD support
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Who Is This For?

The Signal serves serious Web3 service providers across every category.

Market Makers

Liquidity providers, CEX/DEX listing services, token launch specialists

Security Firms

Smart contract auditors, penetration testers, security consultants

Legal & Compliance

Crypto lawyers, regulatory advisors, compliance officers

Marketing Agencies

Growth hackers, KOL agencies, community managers, PR firms

Development Teams

Smart contract devs, full-stack teams, blockchain architects

Launchpads & Accelerators

Token launchers, incubators, fundraising platforms

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does verification take?

Typically 24-48 hours. We review your application, check references, and schedule a brief video call. Most partners go live within a week of applying.

What if I'm rejected?

We'll provide specific feedback on why. Common reasons include insufficient track record, missing references, or red flags. You can reapply after addressing the issues.

How do referral commissions work?

You earn 20% recurring on partner subscriptions and 10% on deal introductions. Commissions are tracked automatically and paid monthly via crypto or wire.

Can I upgrade my tier later?

Yes. You can upgrade anytime. When upgrading to Genesis or Apex, we credit any subscription payments made in the previous 3 months toward your one-time fee.

What makes this different from other directories?

We're not passive. We actively push leads, facilitate referrals, and our BD team works to fill your pipeline. Plus, our verification process means every partner is vetted.

Is the Genesis NFT actually tradeable?

Yes. It's an ERC-721 NFT that represents your lifetime verified status. You can transfer or sell it, and the new owner inherits all Genesis benefits.

Ready to Stop Chasing?

Join the ecosystem where verified partners get discovered, referrals happen automatically, and your pipeline fills itself.

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