Pre-Mine
Protocol
Token allocation minted before public launch.
A pre mine is when tokens are minted or allocated before a public sale or mining. Clear disclosures and vesting reduce concerns about fairness.
Frequently asked questions
Why do teams pre mine?
To fund development, bootstrap liquidity, or allocate to treasuries. Transparency and vesting are key.How do I check pre mines?
Review token contracts, distributions, and vesting schedules in docs and explorers.Are pre mines bad by default?
Not necessarily. Judge by disclosure, controls, and how tokens are used.