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🎯 Token Launch Guide

This comprehensive guide will walk you through the complete process of creating and launching your token on POTLAUNCH, from initial setup to post-launch management.

🚀 Step-by-Step Token Creation Process​

Step 1: Access Token Creator​

  1. Go to POTLAUNCH and click on Token Creator in the navigation bar.
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Step 2: Connect Your Wallet​

  1. 🦊 Connect your wallet (Connect Wallet) to interact with the platform.
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Step 3: Choose Token Template​

  1. 🧩 Select a token template that fits your purpose (meme, governance, utility, etc.).
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Step 4: Select Exchange​

  1. 🔄 Select an exchange where you want to list your token.
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Step 5: Choose Pricing Mechanism​

  1. 💸 Choose a pricing mechanism (Pricing Mechanism) - bonding curve, fixed price, dutch auction, etc.
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Step 6: Review Your Selection​

  1. 📝 Review your selection (Review Your Selection) to ensure all choices are correct.
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📋 Token Configuration​

Step 7: Basic Information​

  1. 🏷️ Enter basic information: Name, symbol, total supply, description, logo, banner, etc.
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  1. 🌐 Add social links: Twitter, Telegram, Discord, Farcaster, Website, etc.
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Step 9: Token Distribution​

  1. 🎁 Set up token distribution: Add allocations, vesting if needed.
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Step 10: Configure Price Mechanism​

  1. 📈 Configure price mechanism: Bonding curve or fixed price.

    • Select template price mechanism
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    • Configure price mechanism
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Step 11: DEX Listing Setup​

  1. 💧 Set up DEX listing: Choose DEX, liquidity source, SOL amount, etc.
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Step 12: Fee Configuration​

  1. 💰 Configure fees: Mint, transfer, burn fees, fee recipient address, etc.
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Step 13: Token Sale Setup​

  1. 🚀 Set up token sale: Launch type, soft cap, hard cap, schedule, min/max contribution, etc.
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Step 14: Admin Setup​

  1. 🛡️ Admin setup: Admin wallet address, admin structure, revoke mint/freeze authority, etc.

    • Admin Structure: Single Wallet
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    • Admin Structure: Multi Signature
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    • Admin Structure: Dao Controlled
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🚀 Deployment Process​

Step 15: Review & Deploy​

  1. 🔍 Review & deploy: Double-check all information before deployment.
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Step 16: Deploy Token​

  1. 🟢 Deploy Token: Click Deploy to finish creating your token!

    • When you click deploy token, a waiting pop-up like this will appear
    deploying-token
    • The last step is to confirm the transaction and you have successfully deployed.
    confirm-transaction

📊 Post-Launch Management​

Viewing Your Tokens​

  • To see the tokens you have created, go to My Tokens.
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Exploring All Tokens​

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💡 Key Considerations for Token Launch​

🎯 Choosing the Right Launch Mechanism​

Token Template Selection​

  • Meme Tokens: For community-driven projects with viral potential
  • Governance Tokens: For DAOs and decentralized governance
  • Utility Tokens: For specific platform or service use cases
  • Security Tokens: For regulated financial instruments

Exchange Selection​

  • Raydium: High liquidity, popular DEX on Solana
  • Orca: User-friendly interface, concentrated liquidity
  • Jupiter: Aggregator for best prices across DEXs
  • Serum: Order book-based trading

Pricing Mechanism Options​

  • Bonding Curve: Price increases with supply, fair price discovery
  • Fixed Price: Stable pricing, predictable for investors
  • Dutch Auction: Market-driven pricing, prevents FOMO
  • Dynamic Pricing: Adjusts based on market conditions

📈 Tokenomics Best Practices​

Supply Distribution​

  • Team & Advisors: 10-20% with vesting schedules
  • Community & Public Sale: 30-50% for fair distribution
  • Liquidity: 10-20% for DEX liquidity pools
  • Marketing & Development: 5-15% for ongoing operations
  • Reserve: 5-10% for future development

Vesting Schedules​

  • Linear Vesting: Gradual token release over time
  • Cliff Vesting: No tokens until specific date
  • Milestone Vesting: Based on project achievements

🔧 Technical Configuration​

Fee Structure​

  • Mint Fees: Charged when new tokens are created
  • Transfer Fees: Applied to token transfers
  • Burn Fees: Fees for token burning operations
  • Fee Recipients: Addresses receiving collected fees

Admin Controls​

  • Single Wallet: Simple, single admin control
  • Multi-Signature: Enhanced security with multiple signers
  • DAO Controlled: Community governance over admin functions

🛡️ Security Considerations​

Pre-Launch Security​

  • Smart Contract Audit: Professional security review
  • Testnet Deployment: Thorough testing before mainnet
  • Access Control: Proper admin key management
  • Emergency Pauses: Ability to halt operations if needed

Post-Launch Security​

  • Liquidity Locking: Prevent rug pulls
  • Vesting Enforcement: Ensure team tokens are locked
  • Regular Monitoring: Track unusual activity
  • Community Oversight: Transparent operations

📚 Additional Resources​

🔗 Useful Links​

📖 Related Guides​

⚠️ Important Notes:

  • Always double-check all information before deploying
  • After your token is launched, some parameters cannot be changed
  • Ensure sufficient SOL balance for deployment and liquidity provision
  • Consider the long-term sustainability of your tokenomics design
  • Engage with your community and maintain transparency throughout the process