Base Token Launch Checklist
The complete checklist for launching an ERC-20 token on Coinbase's Base L2 — from creation to tradeable in under 15 minutes.
The checklist
Set up a Base-compatible wallet
Install MetaMask or Coinbase Wallet. Add Base network. Fund with at least 0.05 ETH (covers creation + pool + gas).
Create your ERC-20 token
Base Token Creator →Name, symbol, supply, decimals. 0.03 ETH flat fee. Optionally enable transfer tax.
Renounce contract ownership
Renounce Ownership →Set owner to zero address so no admin can change parameters. Proves decentralization.
Add Uniswap v2 liquidity
Add Liquidity →Pair your token with ETH to enable DEX trading. Sets the initial price.
Burn LP tokens
Burn LP Tokens →Permanently lock the liquidity. Proves you cannot rug pull.
Verify on Basescan
Check contract, ownership status, pool, and LP burn on the Base block explorer.
Announce to your community
Share the contract address, pool link, and Basescan page on Twitter and Discord.
Cost breakdown
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Token creation | 0.03 ETH |
| Gas (creation) | ~$0.05 |
| Renounce ownership | Free (gas ~$0.01) |
| Add liquidity | Free (gas ~$0.05) |
| Burn LP tokens | Free (gas ~$0.01) |
| Initial liquidity deposit | Your choice (ETH + tokens) |
| Total minimum | ~0.035 ETH + liquidity |
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Create Base Token →FAQ
How much ETH do I need to launch on Base?
About 0.035 ETH covers token creation (0.03 ETH) and gas for all transactions (~$0.10 total gas). On top of that, you need ETH for the initial liquidity deposit — the amount depends on your target price and market cap.
Is Base cheaper than Ethereum mainnet?
Yes, dramatically. Gas on Base is 10-100x cheaper than Ethereum mainnet. The CoinDevTools creation fee is the same (0.03 ETH), but total gas for all launch steps is under $0.15 on Base vs $20-100+ on Ethereum.
Does my Base token work with MetaMask?
Yes. Base is an EVM-compatible L2 — all Ethereum wallets (MetaMask, Coinbase Wallet, Rainbow) work with Base tokens. Users just need to add the Base network to their wallet.
How does this differ from the Solana checklist?
Different chain, different steps. Base uses ERC-20 (not SPL), renounce ownership (not revoke authority), Uniswap v2 (not Raydium), and Basescan (not Solscan). The overall pattern is the same: create → decentralize → add liquidity → lock → verify.