🌟fundamentals
what is star?
star is a fundraising launchpad for builders. Instead of pitching VCs, you launch a token sale where backers around the world can fund your project on‑chain in less than a week. The only credential you need is a history of shipping code.
We wrote this page to get you up to speed on all of the concepts and ideas you should know. If you're well-versed in web3 terms, you can skip ahead tohow it works.
what is a token?
A token is a programmable digital asset that lives on the Solana blockchain and can be sent, traded, or embedded directly in your product. Think of it like:
Ticket – proves access to an exclusive event or Discord channel.
Currency – lets users pay for in‑app actions or premium features.
Rewards Points – allows you to reward users for actions that help your project.
The key: pick one or two things that make sense for your project and community. Start there. You can always add more utility as you grow.
Heads‑up: Tokens launched on star are utility assets, not securities. Avoid promising guaranteed returns on investment.
why raise with a token?
Token sales let you raise capital and build a community by selling a piece of your project—on-chain, transparently, and globally. Instead of pitching VCs, you offer tokens: digital assets that can power your app, govern your protocol, or simply represent a stake in your network.
A token lets you raise capital and bootstrap a community that’s economically aligned with your success.
Ownership
You keep 100 % of company equity
Shares are diluted
Community
Backers become users and promoters
Usually investors only
Liquidity
Token can trade day‑one
Shares are illiquid for years
Speed
Launch & close in ≤ 7 days
3‑6 months (or more)
Global Reach
Anyone with USDC or SOL can join
Accredited investors only
In short: Token sales on star.fun are a way to fund, launch, and grow—on your terms, with your community, and without gatekeepers.
key concepts
Wallet
Like a crypto bank account. Backers use it to hold USDC and your token.
Smart Contract
Self‑executing code that handles your raise, vesting, and liquidity—no middlemen.
Contract Address
The exact contract address for your token. Visible on your project page.
Liquidity Pool
On‑chain marketplace where your token trades against USDC or SOL.
DEX
A decentralized exchange (or DEX) is a peer-to-peer marketplace where transactions occur directly between crypto traders.
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