# Start Here

**Welcome!** This handbook is your kickstart and single source of truth as a **Cronos Ambassador**. It covers Cronos basics, how the Ambassador program works, contribution tracks, missions, levels, and the tools/templates to ship with confidence. For deep dives, we link to official docs - so we don’t overwhelm you here. Let’s go!

### What is this Handbook?

A practical guide for new and existing ambassadors—creators, community leads, and developers. Short explanations, checklists, and official references to keep everything accurate and current.

### tl;dr - How to become an Ambassador

* 👉 Get going by filling out the [**application form**](https://cronos.typeform.com/ambassadors)
* If you are short-listed, you'll be invited for a quick interview after which we can potentially collaborate and have you start shining as a Cronos Ambassador in your field(s) of specialty aka Contribution Tracks (see later sections).
* As you get started, you will receive access to the Ambassador Discord channels. Here, you will be able to start completing Missions.
* By completing Missions, you earn points and are able to move up in Rank. The higher your Rank, the more privileges and responsibility you'll take on - your contribution grows, as does your impact and rewards!

We hope to hear from you soon! Continue reading to learn about the fine print of the Cronos Ambassador Program...\\