Presale Complete: Your Action Plan for What Comes Next
Hitting 'presale complete' is a major milestone, but it's just the beginning. This guide details the critical next steps for token creators on Solana, from securing liquidity to executing your distribution plan. Proper execution here separates successful launches from abandoned projects.
Key Points
- 1Presale complete means fundraising ends; you now hold SOL that must be converted to liquidity.
- 2Immediate next steps: add liquidity, prepare token distribution, and activate your marketing plan.
- 3On Spawned, 0.30% of every trade goes to creators and another 0.30% to token holders as rewards.
- 4Post-graduation to Token-2022 triggers a 1% perpetual fee structure for sustainable project funding.
- 5Mistakes now (like poor liquidity ratios) can tank your token before it even starts trading.
What 'Presale Complete' Actually Means
The clock starts ticking the moment your presale finishes.
When your presale reaches its hard cap or time limit, the fundraising phase officially concludes. The smart contract locks, preventing further contributions. On a platform like Spawned, this means all the SOL raised from your community is now under the control of the launch contract, awaiting your next command. This is not a passive moment; it's a transition from fundraising to execution. You typically have a limited window (often 24-48 hours) to take the required actions to launch your token into open trading. Failing to act can result in a refund event for your contributors, ending your launch attempt.
The 5 Immediate Steps After Presale Complete
Follow this sequence precisely to move from a closed presale to a live, trading token.
Post-Presale Path: Spawned.com vs. Standard Launchpads
The launchpad you choose determines your project's runway.
Where you launch defines what happens after 'presale complete.' Here’s how Spawned's structure provides long-term advantages.
| Aspect | Standard Launchpad (e.g., pump.fun) | Spawned.com |
|---|---|---|
| Creator Revenue | 0% after launch. | 0.30% of every trade flows to the creator, creating ongoing funding. |
| Holder Rewards | None. | 0.30% of every trade is distributed to token holders, encouraging holding. |
| Post-Graduation | Project often migrates and relaunches, fracturing community. | Smooth transition to Token-2022 program with a clear 1% perpetual fee for project treasury. |
| Website/Branding | You handle it separately, costing $29-99/month. | AI website builder is included, saving ongoing costs and centralizing your presence. |
| Launch Fee | Varies, often a percentage of raise. | Fixed 0.1 SOL fee (~$20), keeping more capital for your project. |
The key difference is sustainability. Standard launchpads end their value at launch. Spawned is built to support your project's growth phase with built-in revenue and tools.
5 Costly Mistakes to Avoid After Presale
These errors can derail a project in minutes.
- Insufficient Initial Liquidity. Adding too little SOL or an imbalanced token ratio causes massive price spikes or dumps on the first few trades. Aim for a pool that can handle initial volume.
- Slow or Opaque Distribution. Contributors waiting hours for their tokens breeds distrust and sells. Plan your distribution logistics beforehand and communicate timelines.
- Neglecting Immediate Marketing. The momentum from a successful presale decays rapidly. Have your announcements, graphics, and community engagement ready to go live simultaneously with the trading pair.
- Ignoring Contract Security & Taxes. Not setting up proper tax structures (if used) or missing basic security checks on your final token contract invites exploits and erodes confidence.
- Abandoning the Chart. The first hour of trading requires presence. Be in your Telegram/Discord answering questions, addressing FUD, and showing leadership. Radio silence kills confidence.
The Strategic Verdict: What to Do After Presale Complete
The best post-presale strategy is choosing the right launchpad from the start.
Prioritize a launchpad with post-presale support. A successful launch isn't just about getting the token live; it's about building a sustainable project. While a zero-fee model might seem attractive initially, it offers no structural support for your next phase.
Our clear recommendation: Use a platform like Spawned that transitions with you. The built-in 0.30% creator fee provides a revenue stream from day one of trading, funding development and marketing without constant dilution. The included AI website builder eliminates a recurring cost and centralizes your brand. The path to Token-2022 with its 1% fee structure is a planned evolution, not a chaotic migration.
After 'presale complete,' your goal shifts from raising capital to building value. Choose infrastructure that supports that long-term build, not just the initial spike.
The Ideal First 48-Hour Timeline
A minute-by-minute plan for maximum impact.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Timeframes vary by launchpad. On Spawned and similar platforms, you typically have 24-48 hours to add liquidity and finalize the launch. If you fail to act within this window, the smart contract may enable a refund function for your presale contributors, effectively canceling the launch. Always check your specific launchpad's documentation.
A standard and safe approach is to use 100% of the raised SOL for the initial liquidity pool, paired with an equal value of your tokens. This creates a 50/50 pool. For example, if you raised 100 SOL ($20,000), you'd add 100 SOL and $20,000 worth of your tokens to the pool. Using less than 100% is risky and can lead to immediate, severe price instability.
Token-2022 is an upgraded token program on Solana with advanced features like transfer fees. On Spawned, after your initial launch stabilizes, you can 'graduate' your token to this standard. This activates a perpetual 1% fee on all transfers, directed to your project's treasury. It's a structured way to move from a launch token to a project with sustainable, built-in funding, without needing a disruptive migration or new contract.
Immediately after your token goes live, a 0.30% fee is applied to every buy and sell transaction. This fee is automatically sent to a wallet you control, creating a continuous revenue stream. For a token doing $100,000 in daily volume, this generates $300 per day for development and marketing, providing runway without further token sales or dilution.
No, that's the core benefit. The Spawned AI website builder is included, allowing you to create and host a professional project landing page directly on the platform. This saves the typical $29 to $99 per month you'd spend on separate website hosting and builder services, and it keeps your community hub integrated with your launch dashboard.
The single biggest risk is mishandling liquidity, either by providing too little or using an incorrect ratio. This results in extreme volatility—where a few hundred dollars of trading can move the price 50% or more—which destroys holder confidence and often leads to an irreversible price crash. Meticulous planning of this step is non-negotiable.
In addition to the 0.30% creator fee, Spawned's token standard applies a separate 0.30% fee on each trade. This second fee is automatically converted to SOL and distributed proportionally to all token holders who have staked their tokens. This mechanism actively rewards long-term holding, which helps stabilize the token's price and build a committed community.
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