Листинг
Token Listing
Listing is the addition of a crypto token to an exchange so that it can be bought and sold. The process includes project review, technical integrations, and agreements with the platform.
Listing (token listing) is the inclusion of a token in an exchange's list of tradable assets. After listing, trading pairs appear, such as token/USDT, and users can buy and sell the coin through the order book.
## How it works
Listing can be centralized (CEX), where the exchange reviews the project and makes the decision, or decentralized (DEX), where a liquidity pool is created in a permissionless way. On a CEX, the process usually includes an application, document review, a smart contract audit, tokenomics analysis, and technical integration with the exchange's trading engine.
## Why listing affects price
Having a token on a major exchange increases the accessibility and visibility of the asset, but liquidity must be sufficient. Often, in the first weeks after listing, the price changes sharply due to low trading volume, the distribution of tokens among early holders, and market maker activity.
## Common mistakes and risks
Newcomers often confuse listing with project approval: an exchange does not guarantee that a token is not fraudulent. Typical risks include pump-and-dump schemes, hidden allocations to the team, rug pulls after listing, and dependence on a single market maker.
## What to check before buying
Look at order book depth, token distribution, the presence of an independent audit, the team's track record, and withdrawal terms. The fact of listing does not mean safety or price growth.
FAQ
Is a token listing always a good sign?
No. A listing shows that the exchange agreed to trade the asset, but it does not assess investment value. Many tokens lose value after listing.
How is listing different from IEO and IDO?
Listing is adding an already existing token to an exchange. IDO and IEO are ways of initial token offering through a platform, usually before or during the first listing.
Can I add a token to an exchange myself?
On a DEX, anyone who holds the token and has funds for a liquidity pool can create a trading pair. On a centralized exchange, the platform makes the decision based on its own criteria.