How to Get Listed on CoinGecko and CoinMarketCap

To list your token on CoinGecko, you need active trading on a supported DEX with verifiable on-chain liquidity, a working project website, and active social media channels. Submit your request through CoinGecko's token listing form with your contract address and supporting links. Approval typically takes 2-4 weeks. CoinMarketCap follows a similar but stricter process, taking 4-8 weeks with higher volume and liquidity thresholds.

Why CoinGecko and CoinMarketCap Listings Matter

Getting listed on CoinGecko and CoinMarketCap is one of the most impactful milestones for any Solana token project. These two platforms are the primary data aggregators that investors, traders, and analysts use to discover and evaluate tokens. A listing on either platform delivers immediate credibility, visibility, and access to millions of daily users who actively search for new investment opportunities.

If you have already learned how to create a Solana token using a tool like SolTokenCreator.io, added liquidity on Raydium, and gotten listed on Jupiter, a CoinGecko or CoinMarketCap listing is the logical next step in your token's growth.

Beyond visibility, these listings serve as trust signals. Many portfolio trackers, wallets, and DeFi platforms pull their token data from CoinGecko and CoinMarketCap APIs. Without a listing, your token may not appear in popular portfolio apps, making it harder for holders to track their investments. Token scanners and analysis tools also reference these platforms when evaluating project legitimacy.

The listings are free. Neither CoinGecko nor CoinMarketCap charges a fee for standard listings. Any service or individual claiming to guarantee a listing for payment is likely a scam. The listing process is merit-based, and both platforms have clear criteria that your project must meet.

CoinGecko Listing Requirements

CoinGecko has become the preferred first listing target for most Solana token projects because its requirements are more accessible than CoinMarketCap and its review process is faster. Here is what CoinGecko evaluates when reviewing a listing application.

On-Chain Trading Activity

Your token must be actively trading on a supported decentralized exchange. For Solana tokens, this means having a live trading pair on Raydium, Orca, or another DEX that CoinGecko tracks. The trading pair must show consistent volume, not just a single day of activity. CoinGecko typically looks for at least several days of trading history with organic volume.

If you have not yet added liquidity, follow our guide to adding liquidity on Raydium first. You will also need a Market ID (2.33 SOL on SolTokenCreator) if creating an OpenBook market for your Raydium pool.

Liquidity Depth

CoinGecko checks that your trading pair has sufficient liquidity to support real trading. Thin liquidity pools with only a few hundred dollars are unlikely to pass review. While there is no published minimum, projects with at least $5,000-10,000 in pooled liquidity have significantly higher approval rates. Deeper liquidity demonstrates that the project has real backing and that users can trade without excessive slippage.

Working Website

Your project needs a dedicated website that clearly explains what the token is, its purpose, and basic information about the team or community behind it. The website should include your token's contract address, a link to the block explorer, and social media links. A single-page landing site with no real content will likely result in rejection.

Social Media Presence

CoinGecko evaluates your social channels as a measure of community engagement. At minimum, you need an active Twitter/X account with real followers and regular posts. A Telegram group or Discord server with genuine community members strengthens your application. Purchased followers or bot-filled channels are easily identified and will hurt your application.

Token Metadata and Contract Verification

Your token should have complete, accurate metadata including name, symbol, logo, and description. The contract address must be verifiable on a block explorer like Solscan or Solana Explorer. Tokens created with SolTokenCreator.io automatically have on-chain metadata that meets these requirements.

CoinGecko also looks favorably on tokens that have revoked mint and freeze authorities. These revocations (0.1 SOL each on SolTokenCreator) demonstrate that the supply is fixed and holders' tokens cannot be frozen, both of which are positive trust signals.

Step-by-Step CoinGecko Listing Process

Step 1: Verify You Meet the Requirements

Before submitting, confirm that your token has active trading on a supported DEX, sufficient liquidity, a working website, and active social channels. Submitting prematurely wastes time and may delay future applications.

Step 2: Gather Your Information

Prepare the following before starting the application:

• Token contract address (the mint address from when you created the token)
• Network (Solana)
• DEX trading pair URL (your Raydium or Orca pool)
• Project website URL
• Twitter/X URL
• Telegram and/or Discord URL
• Token logo (high resolution, square format)
• Brief project description

Step 3: Submit the CoinGecko Request Form

Navigate to the CoinGecko token listing request page. Fill out every field accurately. Do not exaggerate metrics or make false claims. CoinGecko's team manually reviews submissions and cross-references the information you provide with on-chain data.

In the description field, clearly explain your token's purpose, how it was launched (e.g., fair launch), and what makes the community or project noteworthy. Mention concrete metrics like holder count, daily volume, and liquidity depth.

Step 4: Wait for Review

CoinGecko processes listing requests on a rolling basis. The typical timeline is 2-4 weeks, though it can vary depending on application volume. Do not submit multiple applications for the same token, as this can flag your submission as spam.

Step 5: Monitor and Follow Up

If your application is approved, your token will appear on CoinGecko with price data, volume, and market cap automatically pulled from on-chain sources. If rejected, CoinGecko may provide a reason. Address the issues and reapply after improving the flagged areas.

CoinMarketCap Listing Requirements

CoinMarketCap is generally stricter than CoinGecko and takes longer to process applications. However, a CoinMarketCap listing carries significant weight with institutional investors and is considered the gold standard for token data aggregation.

Higher Volume Thresholds

CoinMarketCap expects more established trading activity than CoinGecko. Projects with consistent daily volume in the thousands of dollars or higher have the best chance. Sporadic volume or wash trading patterns will result in rejection.

Broader Exchange Presence

While a single DEX listing can suffice for CoinGecko, CoinMarketCap looks more favorably on tokens listed across multiple venues. Being on both Raydium and Jupiter strengthens your application. A centralized exchange listing, even a smaller one, significantly improves your chances.

Detailed Project Information

CoinMarketCap requires more comprehensive project information than CoinGecko. You will need to provide a detailed description, team information (even if pseudonymous), a clear explanation of tokenomics, and documentation of your token's utility or community purpose.

Supply Verification

CoinMarketCap is particularly thorough about supply data. They verify total supply, circulating supply, and max supply against on-chain data. If your token has revoked mint authority, the total supply equals the max supply, which simplifies this verification. Tokens with active mint authority must explain how additional minting is governed.

Step-by-Step CoinMarketCap Listing Process

Step 1: Create a CoinMarketCap Account

Unlike CoinGecko, CoinMarketCap requires you to submit your listing request through a registered account on their platform.

Step 2: Complete the Listing Application

The CoinMarketCap listing form is more detailed than CoinGecko's. You will need to provide:

• Token contract address and network
• Project launch date
• Platform (Solana)
• Detailed project description (500+ words recommended)
• Tokenomics breakdown including supply and distribution
• Team information
• Website, social media, and community links
• Exchange and DEX trading pair URLs
• Source code repository (if applicable)
• Audit reports (if available)

Step 3: Submit Supporting Documentation

Attach any additional materials that strengthen your application: an audit report, media coverage, partnership announcements, or community growth metrics. The more evidence of legitimacy you provide, the faster and more likely approval becomes.

Step 4: Wait for Review and Respond Promptly

CoinMarketCap's review typically takes 4-8 weeks. They may reach out for additional information or clarification. Respond to any inquiries within 24-48 hours to keep your application moving.

Common Rejection Reasons and How to Fix Them

Understanding why applications get rejected helps you prepare a stronger submission.

Insufficient Liquidity or Volume

The problem: Your trading pair has low liquidity or minimal daily volume.

The fix: Increase your liquidity pool size and allow time for organic trading volume to build. Do not resort to wash trading — both platforms use algorithms to detect artificial volume and will ban projects caught manipulating metrics. Consider deeper initial liquidity when you create your liquidity pool.

Incomplete or Low-Quality Website

The problem: Your website is a bare template, under construction, or contains minimal information.

The fix: Build a professional website that includes your token's contract address, tokenomics breakdown, team or community information, roadmap, and links to social channels and trading venues.

Inactive Social Channels

The problem: Your Twitter has not posted in weeks, or your Telegram group has no active discussions.

The fix: Maintain consistent posting schedules and genuine community engagement. Quality of engagement matters more than follower count.

Suspicious Token Configuration

The problem: Your token has active mint or freeze authority, which raises red flags about potential rug pulls.

The fix: Revoke mint authority and freeze authority through SolTokenCreator (0.1 SOL each). This is one of the simplest ways to demonstrate your token is legitimate. Read our token security best practices guide for additional trust-building measures.

Duplicate or Copycat Token

The problem: Your token name, symbol, or branding closely mimics an existing listed token.

The fix: Choose a unique name and symbol. If your token metadata too closely resembles another project, update it before reapplying.

How to Speed Up Your Listing Approval

While you cannot pay to expedite a listing, several strategies improve your approval timeline.

Build holder count before applying. Both platforms look at holder distribution as a health metric. A token with 500+ unique holders demonstrates genuine community adoption. Avoid airdrop farming that creates many low-value holders — quality matters.

Generate organic volume. Consistent daily trading volume signals real market interest. Community engagement, partnerships, and utility drive organic volume more sustainably than promotional campaigns.

Get listed on Jupiter first. Jupiter listing is often easier to achieve and provides verified trading data that supports your CoinGecko and CoinMarketCap applications.

Prepare all materials before submitting. Incomplete applications get deprioritized. Have every link, metric, and document ready before you start the form.

Build a strong foundation. Projects that follow token security best practices, implement proper tokenomics design, and avoid common creation mistakes have fundamentally stronger applications.

What Metrics Do They Evaluate?

Both platforms evaluate a consistent set of quantitative and qualitative metrics:

| Metric | CoinGecko | CoinMarketCap | |---|---|---| | Daily trading volume | Moderate threshold | Higher threshold | | Liquidity depth | $5,000+ recommended | $10,000+ recommended | | Unique holders | 100+ helpful | 500+ helpful | | Trading history | Several days minimum | 2+ weeks preferred | | Website quality | Basic but complete | Detailed and professional | | Social media activity | Active Twitter minimum | Active across multiple platforms | | Authority status | Revoked preferred | Revoked strongly preferred | | DEX listings | 1 supported DEX | Multiple DEXs preferred |

These are approximate guidelines based on observed approval patterns, not official published thresholds. Both platforms reserve discretion in their review process.

After You Get Listed

Once listed, maintain your listing quality by keeping your project information updated. Both platforms allow you to update metadata, links, and descriptions through their respective dashboards. Monitor your listing for accuracy — incorrect supply data or broken links reflect poorly on your project.

A CoinGecko or CoinMarketCap listing is not the finish line. It is a foundation for further growth. Use the credibility from these listings to pursue centralized exchange listings, partnership opportunities, and broader ecosystem integrations.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to list on CoinGecko or CoinMarketCap?

Both platforms offer free listings. There is no payment required for a standard listing on either CoinGecko or CoinMarketCap. Be wary of anyone claiming they can guarantee a listing for a fee. The token creation itself costs 0.5 SOL on SolTokenCreator.io, and authority revocations cost 0.1 SOL each. See our pricing page for details.

Can I list on CoinMarketCap before CoinGecko?

Yes, you can apply to either platform first or both simultaneously. However, most projects find CoinGecko easier to get listed on first, and having a CoinGecko listing can strengthen your CoinMarketCap application.

How long does the listing process take?

CoinGecko typically processes applications in 2-4 weeks. CoinMarketCap takes 4-8 weeks on average. These timelines can vary based on application volume and the completeness of your submission.

Do I need to revoke mint authority to get listed?

It is not an absolute requirement, but both platforms view active mint authority as a risk factor. Revoking mint authority (0.1 SOL) significantly improves your chances of approval and is recommended for all meme coins and community tokens.

What if my application gets rejected?

Review the rejection reason, address the specific issues, and reapply. Common fixes include increasing liquidity, improving your website, building more trading history, or revoking token authorities. Wait at least 2 weeks before resubmitting.

Should I get listed on Jupiter before applying to CoinGecko?

Yes. Getting listed on Jupiter is typically faster and easier, and it provides verified on-chain trading data that supports your CoinGecko and CoinMarketCap applications. Jupiter listing also makes your token accessible to more traders, which builds the volume and holder metrics that aggregators look for.

Start Building Your Path to Listing

Every CoinGecko and CoinMarketCap listing starts with a properly created token. SolTokenCreator.io lets you create a Solana token with complete metadata, proper authority configuration, and on-chain verification in minutes. Create your token, revoke authorities, add liquidity, and build the foundation that listing platforms look for. Visit SolTokenCreator.io to begin.