Native Tokens & NFTs

Create and trade tokens and NFTs directly at the protocol level

No smart contracts needed - just simple, secure, and cost-effective native assets. Issue tokens, stablecoins, or NFTs in a single transaction with protocol-level security guarantees.

Key Metrics

Token Creation

Single transaction creation

1 TX

Creation Cost

Minimal fees in ERG

~$0.01

Protocol Security

First-class assets

100%

Token Types

Unlimited possibilities

∞

Why Native Assets?

Unlike other blockchains that require complex smart contracts, Ergo treats custom tokens as first-class citizens

One-Click Creation

Issue tokens, stablecoins, or NFTs in a single transaction without smart contracts

True Native Assets

First-class tokens with protocol-level security guarantees, not contract-based

DeFi Ready

Native integration with all Ergo applications and protocols

Cost Effective

Minimal fees for token creation and transfers - just simple, secure, native assets

Rich Metadata

Support for complex metadata including images, descriptions, and custom properties

Universal Compatibility

Any smart contract can access oracle data without special integrations

Asset Types

Create any type of digital asset with native protocol support

Standard Tokens

Create any type of fungible token with customizable properties:

  • Fixed or variable supply
  • Decimal precision control
  • Metadata and descriptions
  • Burn and mint capabilities

Stablecoins

Build algorithmic or collateralized stablecoins:

  • Oracle price feeds integration
  • Collateral management
  • Redemption mechanisms
  • Governance tokens

Use Cases

Applications that benefit from native token creation

DeFi Tokens

Create governance tokens, utility tokens, and reward tokens for DeFi protocols

NFT Collections

Build unique digital art, collectibles, and gaming assets

Stablecoins

Issue algorithmic or collateralized stablecoins with oracle integration

Gaming Assets

Create in-game currencies, items, and character tokens

Simple Token Creation

Create tokens with just a few lines of code

// Token creation parameters
val tokenName = "MyToken"
val tokenDescription = "My awesome token on Ergo"
val tokenDecimals = 2
val tokenAmount = 1000000L

// Create token in a single transaction
val token = Minting.issueToken(
  ergoClient = client,
  tokenName = tokenName,
  tokenDescription = tokenDescription,
  tokenAmount = tokenAmount,
  tokenDecimals = tokenDecimals,
  mintingAddress = address,
  txFee = Parameters.MinFee
)

// Token is now live on the blockchain!
println(s"Token ID: ${token.getId}")
println(s"Token created in TX: ${token.creationTx}")

No smart contract deployment, no complex setup - just simple, native token creation.

Token Ecosystem

A thriving ecosystem of tools and platforms for native tokens

Marketplaces

  • • SkyHarbor - NFT marketplace
  • • Spectrum - Token DEX
  • • ErgoAuctionHouse - Auction platform

Creation Tools

  • • ErgoMixer - Privacy tokens
  • • Ergo Token Minter - Simple UI
  • • Blitz TCG - Gaming tokens

Infrastructure

  • • Token API - REST endpoints
  • • Explorer - Token tracking
  • • Wallets - Native support

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about native tokens and their implementation