How much does it cost to create a token?
Short answer: creating a token costs a single one-time fee per token. On TheTokenLauncher that is from 0.1 SOL on Solana (typically $10 to $20), from 0.005 ETH plus network gas on Ethereum (typically $10 to $50 total), or from 0.01 BNB on BNB Chain (typically under $10). No subscription, no per-trade fee, and 100% of the supply goes to your wallet.
The two things you actually pay for
Whatever platform you use, the total cost of creating a token comes from two parts:
- The platform fee. A one-time charge for deploying the token and its metadata. On TheTokenLauncher this is paid in the chain's native currency from your connected wallet.
- The network gas. The blockchain itself charges a fee to process the deployment transaction. This is paid to the network, not to us, and it cannot be avoided on any platform.
That is the whole cost. There is no monthly subscription and no fee on trades. For the exact live figures, see the pricing page.
Cost by network
Solana (SPL token)
From 0.1 SOL as the platform fee, plus a few thousandths of a SOL in network fees. In USD that is typically $10 to $20. Solana is the cheapest and fastest option, finalising in under a second. See how to create a Solana token.
Ethereum (ERC-20 token)
From 0.005 ETH as the platform fee, plus Ethereum network gas. Because mainnet gas varies with demand, the total is typically $10 to $50. You pay more here, but you get the most established and DeFi-rich ecosystem in crypto. See how to create an ERC-20 token.
BNB Chain (BEP-20 token)
From 0.01 BNB as the platform fee, plus a small amount of BNB for gas. Total is typically under $10, making it the cheapest EVM option. See how to create a BEP-20 token.
Optional add-ons
The base fee deploys a fully working token. A few optional extras are each priced separately, so you only pay for what you use:
- Solana: revoke mint authority, revoke freeze authority, revoke update authority, creator info, and social links are each small add-ons.
- Ethereum and BNB Chain: renounce ownership and social links are each small add-ons.
Revoking authorities or renouncing ownership is a common trust signal for public launches. See the full list and live prices on the pricing page.
The cost of making a token tradable
Creating the token and making it buyable are two separate steps. To trade, you add liquidity on a DEX with your own funds: Raydium for Solana, Uniswap for Ethereum, or PancakeSwap for BNB Chain. The size of that pool is entirely up to you and is paid to the pool, not to any platform.
No-code launch vs hiring a developer
A custom token built by a Solidity or Rust developer typically costs $1,000 to $10,000 or more and takes days or weeks, plus audit costs. A no-code launch costs a one-time fee in the order of $10 to $50 and deploys in minutes. For a standard fungible token the on-chain result is the same; you are paying for speed and convenience rather than a bespoke contract.
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Create a tokenFrequently asked questions
How much does it cost to create a token?
On TheTokenLauncher it is a one-time fee per token: from 0.1 SOL on Solana (typically $10 to $20), from 0.005 ETH plus gas on Ethereum (typically $10 to $50 total), or from 0.01 BNB on BNB Chain (typically under $10). There is no subscription and no per-trade fee.
Why is Ethereum more expensive than Solana or BNB?
Ethereum mainnet gas is the highest of the three networks because block space is in higher demand. The platform fee itself is small; most of the variation comes from network gas, which changes with how busy Ethereum is when you deploy.
Is there a cheaper chain to launch on?
BNB Chain and Solana are the cheapest. Solana finalises in under a second for a fraction of a cent in network fees, and BNB Chain gas is far lower than Ethereum. Choose Ethereum when you specifically need its credibility and DeFi depth.
Are there any hidden or recurring fees?
No. The platform fee is a single payment per token and 100% of the token supply goes to your wallet. The only other cost is the network gas you pay to the blockchain itself, which is unavoidable on any platform.
Does adding liquidity cost extra?
Yes, but that is separate and paid to the DEX, not to us. To make a token tradable you add liquidity on Raydium (Solana), Uniswap (Ethereum), or PancakeSwap (BNB) using your own funds. The size of the pool is up to you.
Is it cheaper to hire a developer instead?
No. A custom Solidity or Rust build typically costs $1,000 to $10,000 or more and takes days or weeks. A no-code launch costs a one-time fee in the order of $10 to $50 and deploys in minutes.