Key Actors
TIX Protocol involves two primary actors that integrators interact with.
1. Integrators (Marketplaces/Venues)
Integrators are third-party platforms that use TIX Protocol to power their ticketing operations.
Examples
Ticketing marketplaces
Event organizers with their own apps
Venue box offices
Capabilities
Create events
✅
Issue tickets
✅
Transfer tickets
✅ (on behalf of holders)
Mark tickets used/void
✅
Cancel listings
✅ (for their events)
Configure royalties
✅ (per event)
Integrator Status
Integrators can be in one of two states:
Active
Full operational capability
Suspended
Cannot issue tickets, facilitate transfers, or create events
Getting Started as an Integrator
Contact TIX Protocol to request registration
Provide your authority public key
Receive your integrator account and treasury ATA
Fund your treasury with USDC
Start creating events and issuing tickets
2. Ticket Holders (End Users)
Consumers who purchase and own tickets.
Capabilities
Own tickets
✅
Transfer tickets
✅ (if transfers enabled)
List tickets for sale
✅ (if resale enabled)
Cancel own listings
✅
Purchase resale tickets
✅
Ownership
Ticket holders have cryptographic proof of ownership
Only the current owner (or authorized integrator) can transfer a ticket
Authority Matrix
Create event
✅
❌
Issue tickets
✅
❌
Transfer ticket
✅
✅ (owner)
List for sale
❌
✅ (owner)
Cancel listing
✅
✅ (seller)
Accept offer
❌
✅ (buyer)
Mark as used
✅
❌
Mark as void
✅
❌
Trust Model
Integrator Responsibilities
As an integrator, you are responsible for:
Operations
Creating and managing events
Issuing tickets to buyers after payment
Facilitating transfers when requested
Marking tickets as used at venue entry
Voiding tickets for refunds or fraud
Compliance
Verifying buyer identity as needed
Monitoring for suspicious activity
Maintaining sufficient treasury balance
Securing your authority keys
User Experience
Providing clear ticket information
Handling customer support
Communicating event details
Managing resale policies
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