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What Is an ERC-20 Token?
ERC-20 is Ethereum's standard interface for fungible tokens. Any token that follows this standard is automatically compatible with wallets, DEXs, bridges, and tracking sites that support ERC-20 — without any special integration required.
Because Robinhood Chain is EVM-compatible, all tokens deployed on it use the same ERC-20 standard. This means a token you create on Robinhood Chain today works in MetaMask, trades on Uniswap V3, and can appear on CoinGecko — the same as any Ethereum token.
An ERC-20 token has a few fundamental properties you set at creation:
- Name — the full token name (e.g., "MyProject Token")
- Symbol — the ticker (e.g., "MPT", typically 3–5 characters)
- Total supply — total number of tokens that will ever exist (if mint authority is renounced)
- Decimals — how divisible the token is. 18 decimals is standard (same as ETH); 0 decimals creates a non-divisible token.
Why Robinhood Chain?
Robinhood Chain offers a compelling combination of low fees, strong distribution, and EVM familiarity:
- Low deployment cost. Creating a token costs ~0.02 ETH flat plus minimal gas — a fraction of Ethereum L1 costs.
- Robinhood's existing user base. Robinhood has 25M+ registered users. The brand recognition drives organic attention to the chain.
- Full EVM compatibility. Every Ethereum tool works. No new languages, no new frameworks — if you've used MetaMask before, you're already set up.
- Uniswap V3 native. Liquidity infrastructure is already live. Your token can be traded from day one of pool creation.
- Growing DeFi ecosystem. Chainlink, Morpho, and Ethena are already deployed. The DeFi primitives exist to support real financial products built on top of your token.
What You Need
- A wallet with Robinhood Chain configured. MetaMask or Rabby work well. Add Chain ID 4663 with RPC https://rpc.mainnet.chain.robinhood.com.
- ETH on Robinhood Chain. At minimum 0.02 ETH for the CreateMyCoin base fee, plus a small amount for gas (~0.001 ETH). Bridge ETH from Ethereum via Robinhood's official bridge.
- Your token details. Decide on name, symbol, total supply, and any optional features before you start.
Wallet guide: Not sure which wallet to use or how to add Robinhood Chain? See our best wallets for Robinhood Chain guide for a detailed comparison and setup instructions.
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1 — Open CreateMyCoin: Go to createmycoin.app/robinhood-token and click "Connect Wallet." Approve the connection in MetaMask. Confirm your wallet is on Robinhood Chain (Chain ID 4663).
Step 2 — Fill in token details:
- Token Name — the full name of your token
- Token Symbol — 3 to 5 uppercase letters
- Total Supply — how many tokens to mint (e.g., 1,000,000,000 for 1 billion)
- Decimals — leave at 18 unless you have a specific reason to change
Step 3 — Choose optional features: Anti-bot protection, max wallet size, and max transaction size are available for 0.005 ETH each. These are optional but recommended for launches where front-running and whale manipulation are concerns.
Step 4 — Review and deploy: Check all details carefully — supply and symbol cannot be changed after deployment. Click "Create Token" and confirm the transaction in MetaMask. The total cost (0.02 ETH base fee + any optional features + gas) will be shown in the confirmation dialog.
Step 5 — Save your contract address: After the transaction confirms (usually within seconds), you'll receive your token's contract address. Save this — it's how you'll identify your token on Blockscout, add it to wallets, and create a liquidity pool.
Optional Token Features
| Feature | What it does | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Anti-bot protection | Limits purchases in the first blocks after launch to prevent sniper bots from buying large amounts at the lowest price | 0.005 ETH |
| Max wallet size | Caps the percentage of supply any single wallet can hold, preventing whale concentration | 0.005 ETH |
| Max transaction size | Limits the size of any single buy or sell, smoothing price action and preventing dump pressure from large sellers | 0.005 ETH |
These features are enforced at the smart contract level — they can't be bypassed by just using a different wallet. Each one adds 0.005 ETH to the deployment cost. You can enable any combination of them.
After Your Token Is Deployed
Deploying the token contract is step one. To make your token tradeable and discoverable, you'll also need to:
- Create a liquidity pool on Uniswap V3. Without a pool, no one can buy or sell your token. Add your token + ETH to a new Uniswap V3 pool on Robinhood Chain. See our liquidity pool guide for detailed steps.
- Add token metadata. Submit your logo, website, and social links to Blockscout so your token looks professional in wallets and on tracking sites. See our metadata guide.
- Verify the contract on Blockscout. Source-code verification proves your contract matches what it claims. Tokens created with CreateMyCoin can be verified on Blockscout — see our verification guide.
- Distribute tokens. If you plan an airdrop, use a multisender contract to send tokens to multiple addresses in one transaction.
- Revoke mint authority. If you want to prove the supply is fixed, renounce the mint authority after the initial distribution is complete.
FAQ
How much does it cost to create a token on Robinhood Chain?
The base fee with CreateMyCoin is 0.02 ETH. Optional features (anti-bot protection, max wallet limits, transaction caps) cost 0.005 ETH each. You also need a small amount for gas, typically under 0.001 ETH per transaction.
Do I need to know how to code to create a token?
No. CreateMyCoin handles the smart contract deployment. You fill in the token name, symbol, supply, and optional features through a web interface, then confirm the transaction in MetaMask. No Solidity knowledge required.
How long does it take to deploy a token on Robinhood Chain?
Under 2 minutes from start to finish. The blockchain confirms the deployment transaction in seconds. You'll have your token contract address immediately after confirmation.
Can I revoke mint authority after token creation?
Yes, and it's recommended if you want to prove the supply is fixed. Revoking mint authority means no one — including you — can create new tokens after the initial supply is minted. This is a key trust signal for buyers.
Will my token be tradeable right away?
The token contract is deployed immediately, but trading requires a liquidity pool. You'll need to create a Uniswap V3 pool with your token and add initial ETH liquidity before anyone can buy or sell. This costs approximately 0.001 ETH plus gas.
What wallet do I need to create a token on Robinhood Chain?
Any EVM-compatible wallet works: MetaMask, Rabby, Coinbase Wallet, or Trust Wallet. Add Robinhood Chain (Chain ID 4663, RPC: https://rpc.mainnet.chain.robinhood.com) as a custom network, fund it with ETH via the official bridge, and connect to CreateMyCoin.