Solana Glossary
What Is a Bonding Curve?
A bonding curve sets token price based on supply. Learn how Pump.fun bonding curves work and alternatives for Solana token launches.
A bonding curve is a mathematical function that determines a token's price based on its current supply. As more tokens are purchased, the price increases along the curve. Pump.fun popularized bonding curves on Solana.
How Bonding Curves Work
Tokens start at a very low price and increase as buyers enter. The curve is predetermined — everyone can see how the price will change based on demand. When the token reaches a market cap threshold (about $69,000 on Pump.fun), it "graduates" to a traditional DEX like Raydium.
Bonding Curve vs Direct Launch
Bonding curves provide organic price discovery but limit customization. With a direct launch on SolTokenCreator.io, you control the initial price by setting the token-to-SOL ratio in your liquidity pool.
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