> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.trench.express/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.trench.express/trench-express/overview/how-it-works/as-a-creator.md).

# As a creator

At **Trench Express**, every token begins with a fixed supply of **1,000,000,000 tokens**, minted in full onto the bonding curve — nothing is reserved, vested, or pre-sold. If you're an aspiring creator looking to launch a token, the process is straightforward and user-friendly.

### Step-by-Step Launch Process

#### Step 1: Conceptualize Your Token

Begin by brainstorming a unique idea for your token. Consider what value it brings to the community and how it will stand out in the competitive landscape of DeFi.

#### Step 2: Establish Your Social Presence

Create social media channels to build awareness and engage with your community. Set up accounts on platforms such as **X (formerly Twitter)**, **Discord**, and **Telegram** to foster discussion and generate excitement around your project.

#### Step 3: List Your Token

Navigate to the homepage of Trench Express and select the **"Start a New Coin"** option. This initiates the token creation process.

#### Step 4: Define Your Token's Identity

* Choose a catchy token name.
* Select a unique ticker symbol.
* Design an eye-catching icon.

Additionally, provide a concise description that encapsulates the vision and purpose of your token.

#### Step 5: Add Your Social Links

Incorporate the links to your social media accounts — Website, X, Telegram and Discord are all supported. This transparency helps potential buyers connect with your project and stay updated on developments.

#### Step 6: Set Your Optional Initial Buy

You can choose to make an **initial buy** in ETH as part of the creation transaction. This is optional, but a small first buy helps protect your pool from snipers and gives your token an initial price.

#### Step 7: Create Your Token

Once all details are finalized, proceed to create your token. Creation costs a flat **0.001 ETH** fee (plus your optional initial buy and gas). This action formally establishes your project on the Trench Express platform, using your main wallet.

#### Step 8: Build Momentum

As your token gains traction, encourage community members to buy in on the bonding curve. Your token's fully-diluted valuation climbs with every buy, moving it toward the graduation threshold of **40 ETH**.

#### Step 9: Graduate to a Live Market

Once your token reaches the graduation threshold, the curve freezes and the token graduates. The ETH accumulated on the curve (roughly **7.5 ETH** of net buys) plus a matching amount of tokens are deployed as **permanently locked** liquidity into a **Uniswap v3** pool, and the token becomes freely tradable on the open market.

{% hint style="info" %}
On testnet the graduation threshold is deliberately set very low so tokens graduate cheaply for testing. The **40 ETH** figure is the intended production value.
{% endhint %}


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