How to create an Optimism token
You can launch your own token on Optimism in minutes, with no code and low L2 fees. Here is the full step-by-step.
What you need
- MetaMask set to Optimism — see add Optimism to MetaMask.
- A small amount of ETH on Optimism for gas and the service fee — see Optimism fees.
- A token name, symbol and supply.
Step by step
- Open the Optimism token creator and connect your wallet.
- Enter your token name, symbol, decimals and total supply.
- Pick optional features (mintable, burnable, tax, anti-whale, blacklist) — or none for a clean, immutable token.
- Click create and confirm in MetaMask.
- Your verified ERC-20 contract deploys on Optimism in seconds.
After you launch
Add a liquidity pool so people can trade it — see add liquidity on Velodrome. Then view your token on Optimistic Etherscan and share it.
Why Optimism
Optimism gives you Ethereum-grade compatibility (ERC-20, MetaMask, every major tool) at a fraction of mainnet cost — ideal for affordable launches and DeFi. New to tokens? Read what is a crypto token.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to code?
No. The Optimism token creator deploys a verified ERC-20 for you — you just fill in a form.
How much does it cost?
Just the small Optimism gas plus the service fee — far cheaper than Ethereum. Keep a little ETH on Optimism.
Is my token a real ERC-20?
Yes — a standard, verified ERC-20 that works with every Optimism wallet, DEX and explorer.
Ready to create your own token?
Launch a token on BNB Chain, Ethereum, Base, Arbitrum, Solana, Polygon, Optimism, Linea, Avalanche, Scroll, Sui, TON, Berachain, HyperEVM, Sonic, Unichain, World Chain, Soneium, Mantle or Cronos — no code, in minutes.
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