How to Create a BEP-20 Token on BNB Chain in 2026

What is a BEP-20 Token?

BEP-20 is the token standard on BNB Smart Chain (formerly Binance Smart Chain). It defines a common interface so all tokens on BNB Chain work automatically with wallets like MetaMask, decentralised exchanges like PancakeSwap, and DeFi protocols.

BEP-20 is essentially Ethereum's ERC-20 standard ported to BNB Chain. The function signatures are identical, which is why tools that support ERC-20 usually support BEP-20 with just a network switch. The practical differences:

• Fees are tiny. A typical BEP-20 transfer costs under $0.30. An ERC-20 transfer on Ethereum can cost $5-$50 at peak gas.
• Confirmation is fast. BNB Chain produces a block every 3 seconds vs Ethereum's 12.
• Ecosystem is smaller than Ethereum but still very large - thousands of dApps and a major DeFi presence centred around PancakeSwap.
• Popular in Asia and emerging markets due to low fees and Binance brand familiarity.

What You Need Before You Start

• MetaMask (or another EVM wallet such as Trust Wallet or Coinbase Wallet) installed in your browser or on mobile.
• BNB Smart Chain network added to MetaMask (instructions in Step 1 below).
• At least 0.017 BNB in your wallet - covers the Launchify platform fee plus a small amount for network gas.
• Token details decided: name, symbol (3-6 capital letters typically), supply, decimals (18 is standard), and an optional logo image.

Step 1 - Add BNB Smart Chain to MetaMask

By default MetaMask only ships with Ethereum mainnet. You need to add BNB Smart Chain manually. There are two ways:

Easy way - one-click via Launchify

When you connect MetaMask on the /create-token/bnb/ page, Launchify automatically prompts MetaMask to switch to (and if necessary add) BNB Smart Chain. Approve the prompt and you are done. No manual config required.

Manual way - add the network yourself

1. 1
   Open MetaMaskClick the MetaMask icon in your browser toolbar.
2. 2
   Open the network dropdownClick the network name at the top (usually says "Ethereum Mainnet"). Click Add network, then Add a network manually.
3. 3
   Enter the BNB Smart Chain details Network name: BNB Smart Chain
   RPC URL: https://bsc-dataseed.binance.org/
   Chain ID: 56
   Currency symbol: BNB
   Block explorer URL: https://bscscan.com
4. 4
   Save and switchClick Save, then switch to the new BNB Smart Chain network from the dropdown.

Step 2 - Get BNB into Your Wallet

1. 1
   Buy BNB on an exchangeBinance, Coinbase, Kraken, or any major exchange. Buy at least 0.022 BNB - this covers the platform fee plus margin for gas.
2. 2
   Withdraw to MetaMask using BEP-20 / BNB Smart Chain networkThis is critical - choose BNB Smart Chain (BEP-20) as the withdrawal network, NOT BEP-2 (Beacon Chain) and NOT Ethereum (ERC-20). Sending on the wrong network will lose funds.
3. 3
   Confirm in MetaMaskMake sure MetaMask is on the BNB Smart Chain network, then check the balance appears. BNB Chain confirms in seconds.

Step 3 - Fill in the Launchify Form

Go to uselaunchify.com/create-token/bnb/ and connect MetaMask. The page will prompt you to switch to BNB Smart Chain if you are not already on it.

• Token Name - the full name (e.g. "Solar Coin"). Max 64 characters.
• Symbol - the short ticker (e.g. "SOLR"). Usually 3-6 capital letters.
• Total Supply - how many tokens exist. 1,000,000 (1M), 1,000,000,000 (1B) are common.
• Decimals - 18 is standard for BEP-20. Leave it at 18 unless you have a specific reason.
• Description - optional. Brief text about your project.
• Logo - optional. Square PNG/JPG/WEBP, ideally 400x400px or larger.

Step 4 - Pick Optional Add-ons

Launchify offers two optional extras for BEP-20 tokens. Each is added to your platform fee:

• Renounce Ownership (+0.005 BNB) - permanently removes the owner from the contract. No one (including you) can ever modify the contract again. This is a major trust signal for traders. Recommended for any token that wants to attract a community.
• Social Links (+0.01 BNB) - adds Telegram, Twitter/X, and website links to your token metadata so wallets and explorers can display them.

Step 5 - Deploy and Verify

1. 1
   Click Create TokenLaunchify shows a summary screen with all your inputs and the total fee.
2. 2
   Approve the transaction in MetaMaskMetaMask pops up showing the BNB payment to Launchify's revenue wallet. Review and click Confirm.
3. 3
   Wait for deploymentBNB Chain confirms in a few seconds. Launchify watches for the on-chain payment, then deploys your BEP-20 contract automatically.
4. 4
   Get your contract addressOnce deployed, you see a success card with the contract address, a BscScan link, and a shareable token page on Launchify.

Step 6 - List on PancakeSwap

Your token exists on-chain but nobody can buy or sell it until you add liquidity. The standard place for BNB Chain tokens is PancakeSwap.

1. 1
   Go to pancakeswap.financeConnect MetaMask on the BNB Smart Chain network.
2. 2
   Open Liquidity, then Add LiquidityChoose V2 liquidity (the simplest type).
3. 3
   Pair your token with BNB or BUSDPaste your contract address as the first token. Choose BNB or BUSD as the second.
4. 4
   Set the initial price and amountsThe amounts you deposit determine the starting market cap. More liquidity = more price stability.
5. 5
   Approve and add liquidityMetaMask asks for two transactions: one to approve PancakeSwap to spend your token, one to create the pool. Confirm both.

Within a few minutes of the first trade, your token will appear automatically on Dexscreener, DexTools, and other DEX trackers.

BEP-20 vs ERC-20 - Which to Choose?

Choose BEP-20 if low fees matter, your audience is on BNB Chain, or you want fast cheap iteration. Choose ERC-20 if maximum credibility and DeFi composability matter most. Solana is a third option worth considering for memecoins and community tokens.

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