> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://av-dao.gitbook.io/whitepaper-v3/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://av-dao.gitbook.io/whitepaper-v3/how-to-invest/lock-up-periods.md).

# Lock-Up Periods

At the inception of the DAO we will have a lock-up period before members can exit the DAO.

In order to ensure that DAO members are in the DAO for the medium to long term and that the majority of members don't lose money due to the hastiness of a small group of investors, we will have a lock-up period.\
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**Lock-Up Period:** 30-day waiting period after withdrawal notice. This time requirement allows the DAO to make the necessary actions to gather the capital required to burn the exiting member's LP tokens. Actions may include selling assets or finding potential buyers of their shares.