After successfully minting your token using our platform, you will be guided through the registration process with a few simple steps:

1. Confirmation and Metadata Generation:

   • Once your token is minted, a confirmation popup will appear. This popup will provide a reference number and a link to a form you'll need to fill out.
   • Complete the form to generate a JSON file that includes all the required metadata for your token.

2. Choosing the Registration Method:

   • Manual Registration (Free): You can choose to download the JSON file and manually submit a pull request to the official Cardano token registry repository on GitHub. Follow the instructions provided in the repository to complete your submission.
   • Assisted Registration (Fee-Based): For convenience, you can opt for our assisted registration service by simply clicking the 'Register Token' button and paying the applicable fee. Our team will handle the entire registration process on your behalf, which includes submitting your token's metadata to the registry. Please note that this process can take several days as the token registry is maintained by Cardano's team.

Choose the registration method that best suits your needs. The manual path is free and allows you more control over the submission timing, while the assisted path, although involving a fee, offers you ease and peace of mind as we take care of the technical details.

This version includes the new options available for the user, providing clear, step-by-step instructions and highlighting the choice between manual and assisted registration paths.

A pull request is a way to contribute to a project on GitHub. It allows you to take ownership of your project and submit your changes for review.

In the context of the Cardano token registry, you will need to create a pull request to add your token's metadata to the registry.

Upon receiving the JSON file for the token registry, ensure to retain the original file name of the JSON you downloaded. Next, proceed by adhering to the guidance outlined in the official guide for submitting an entry to the Cardano Token Registry.

Bear in mind, the review and merge process for a Pull Request may span several days. For a detailed walkthrough, consider watching the following step-by-step video tutorial on YouTube, beginning at the 15-minute and 20-second mark, to cover the necessary steps not discussed prior to this point.

While the Cardano token registry encourages token creators to independently register their tokens to foster ownership and responsibility, we understand that the process can be complex.

1. Self-Registration Guidance:

   • We recommend watching this step-by-step video tutorial available online, which provides clear instructions on how to submit a pull request to the Cardano token registry. This tutorial is designed to simplify the process and empower you with the knowledge needed to independently complete the registration.

2. Assisted Registration Service:

   • If you prefer a hassle-free experience or encounter difficulties along the way, we offer an assisted registration service. By choosing this option, you simply pay a service fee, and our team will handle the entire registration process for you, from generating the necessary JSON file to submitting the pull request on your behalf.
   • To utilize this service, select the 'Register/Update Token for me' option after minting your token on our platform. We will take care of the details and keep you updated on the status of your registration. Please note that this process can take several days as the token registry is maintained by Cardano's team.

Should you have any questions or need further assistance at any point, please do not hesitate to contact our support team. We are here to help ensure your registration is successful and stress-free.

Yes, we can assist you with registering your token on the Cardano token registry even if it was not minted through our platform. Here are the steps to take advantage of this service:

1. Contact Us: Send us an email at contact@cardano-native-token.com with the subject line "Assistance with Token Registration." Please provide basic details about your token and any specific requirements you have.

2. Provide the skey: You will need to provide the signing key (skey) that was used to mint your token. The skey is crucial for us to access the necessary token information and to securely register your token on your behalf.

3. Service Fee: There is a fee associated with this registration assistance service. We will inform you of the fee and the payment process in our response to your email.

4. Process and Timeframe: Upon receiving your skey and processing your payment, we will handle the complete registration process for you. This includes generating the necessary JSON metadata file and submitting it to the Cardano token registry. Please note that the process can take several days, depending on the current queue and processing times at the registry.

5. Confirmation and Follow-Up: Once your token is successfully registered, we will confirm with you via email, and provide any relevant details or further steps you might need to take.

We are here to make the registration process as smooth and hassle-free as possible for you. If you have any more questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Yes, we can assist you with registering and verifying your token on platforms like Minswap and Dexhunter.
We offer this service for a fee of 20 ADA per website.
It's important to note that Dexhunter may require an additional fee in addition to our service charge. Additionally, as part of their verification process, Dexhunter will request a direct message (DM) from an official account of your token.
By choosing our service, you can ensure that your token registration and verification are handled professionally and efficiently.

Just send us an email to contact@cardano-native-token.com

Generating the JSON file for your token registration is an immediate process. Should you come across any complications, our support team is readily available to assist you.

After submission, the review and merge of your pull request by the Cardano team typically requires a few days. This period is crucial for them to confirm the integrity of the registry and the accuracy of the information you've provided. Your patience during this process is greatly appreciated.

When conducting a transaction with a token on the Cardano network, a minimum amount of ADA is required to accompany the token. This requirement is rooted in the technical structure of the Cardano blockchain. For a detailed explanation, refer to the official documentation.

Essentially, when we process the return of your token or NFT, it cannot be sent back without including some ADA. This is why you will receive 2 ADA along with your token(s) or NFT, ensuring the transaction adheres to Cardano's network protocols. Consequently, the effective cost of the transaction fluctuates between 15 to 16 ADA.

Understanding decimals for native tokens on Cardano involves recognizing that the smallest unit of any token is, by default, 1. This unit represents the minimum value your token can have, a foundational concept when considering decimal places. For instance, creating 100 xTokens with a setting of 2 decimal places means each xToken has a "real value" of 1.00.

Setting the decimal value to 1 implies your xTokens would effectively be divided into 10 units, allowing transactions of 0.1 tokens but not 0.12, highlighting a key difference from ERC20 tokens. The decimal value, adjustable by the token creator, plays a crucial role in the token's divisibility and its representation across wallets and exchanges. It's pivotal to determine the appropriate decimal setting post-minting, based on the total amount minted, to ensure a seamless and consistent user experience.

When registering your token's decimal places in the Cardano token registry, the value you declare influences how exchanges display your token's total supply. For example, minting 100 tokens with an intended two decimal places but registering it with one decimal place would result in a displayed total supply of 10.0 tokens on Cardanoscan, following the registry's approval of your metadata.

Opting for no decimal places simplifies the token's structure, appealing to certain use cases. Ultimately, the choice of decimal representation is a consensus between the developer and the users, with Cardano's infrastructure accommodating an integer-based system for token quantities.

If you want to have full access on your token, we offer you the possibility to mint it from a wallet where you will have full control.

If you pay an extra fee and select this option, after minting your tokens, you will be able to directly retrieve the full information on the wallet and the skey.

2 JSON files will be available for download.

One will contain the Seed Phrase that you can import with any wallet provider.

The other one will include the skey which can be useful for the Token Registry.

It guarantees you complete access to the wallet which minted the token.

Of course, you can still use our form to generate the JSON directly from our website.

The keys are stored on a secure Server where one could have access.

A skey or signing key is a cryptographic key that is unique to a wallet, enabling the wallet to authorize transactions on the blockchain securely. On our platform, for convenience and maintainability, all tokens are initially created using a common wallet. Because of this:

• Security: The skey should not be shared, as possession of it would grant the ability to control the wallet and any tokens associated with it.
• Dedicated Wallet Option: We offer the option to create your token from a new, dedicated wallet. This wallet will be used exclusively for your token, enhancing the security and autonomy of your token management.

Opting for a dedicated skey and wallet provides significant benefits:

• Autonomy and Independence: With your own skey, you gain full control over the token registration process, including the ability to independently generate the required JSON metadata file for the Cardano token registry.
• Flexibility: Owning the skey allows you to generate this JSON metadata either through our form or locally on your computer with appropriate tools, providing flexibility for future updates or changes.
• Default Process Without skey: If you do not opt for the dedicated skey, you will rely on our platform's form to generate the JSON metadata. This is straightforward but means you must use our platform for any future metadata updates required by the token registry.

Even without a dedicated skey, you maintain full control over your token in terms of ownership and total supply management. The primary consideration is how you manage updates to your token’s registry information:

• Without the skey: You will need to use our platform’s form to generate and update the JSON metadata for the token registry.
• With the skey: You have the option to use our form or handle the metadata generation and updates independently, giving you more control and flexibility.

Since April 2024, we have introduced the capability to mint tokens and optionally retrieve the policy signing keys. This new feature is available for an additional fee, allowing for greater flexibility and control over your tokens.

In the meantime, you can still automatically generate the JSON file for the Cardano token registry using the reference received during your token's minting process. This step ensures your token is properly registered and meets all necessary standards within the Cardano ecosystem.

A non-time-locked policy on the Cardano blockchain refers to a token policy that does not have an "expiration date".

This means the policy does not impose a time limit on tokens minted or burned.

Policy owners can manage their tokens indefinitely, allowing them to mint new tokens or burn existing ones at any time in the future. This can done using the Cardano CLI command through simple transactions, providing flexibility and control over token supply.

Our service will soon offer the possibility to mint more tokens or burn some existing tokens with an open policyId.