Our secret at KodaDot is that we offer the most endpoints for NFTs in the Polkadot ecosystem. We've decided to share this know-how, playing positive-sum games with others and providing a seamless API to build on top of. Learn more about Uniquery in our Achievements section.

Universal GraphQL query builder for KodaDot

As we were onboarding developers for our NFT Gallery, most of the developers have seen GraphQL for the first. We wanted to make it easier for them to get started with KodaDot API. Uniquery is a simple tool to help you build GraphQL queries for KodaDot API.

📖 Learn More about at developers.kodadot.xyz

About

Welcome to our vibrant NFT marketplace, where artists unveil their extraordinary digital masterpieces and connect with a passionate community of art collectors and enthusiasts. Embrace the boundless possibilities of digital art and embark on an enthralling journey today as a valued member of our thriving NFT community! Explore everything you need to know before minting your precious artwork on KodaDot.

Koda is your generative art marketplace. It aggregates nine NFT standards across Polkadot parachains and is working on Base and Immutable zkEVM.

NFT standards

Ranging from , , , , , , including bsx-nft-pallet, soon , KodaDot offers simple UX-focused UI to help people navigate the world of multi-chain NFTs

"This comprises of fundamental elements such unlockables and Web3 merchandise shop. Here's how it works: advertise drop pages where people can obtain vouchers to redeem merchandise such as t-shirts from our shop.

As OGs, we are aware that there were many attempts to launch cryptocurrency shops. However, most of them were uninteresting, with only the Layer1 logo on display. In our case, we have taken advantage of the opportunity to create unique branding for our events and showcase distinctive designs at each conference. Moreover, we have started collaborating with artists and communities. Our merchandise aims to showcase premium designs from artists in our marketplace and support the community. Early adopters who partner with us will benefit from being featured in our shop.

Barely two months in since our February 2023 launch and BOOM - we hit the century mark! That's how we define success.

Read more about Merchandise shop and find testimonials there

These standards being incorporated in KodaDot, so you can interact with smart contract NFTs from KodaDot

In partnership with SubWork - web3 coworking space in nature, we will be beta testing NFT ticketing system based on holding various collections for particular addresses and allowing them to enter the space and book tables & meeting rooms.

Proof of Attendance Protocol

Known as Proof of Attendance Protocol, are unique NFT (non-fungible token) badges given out to attendees of virtual and real-world events [1]. They serve as digital versions of event mementos such as ticket stubs or badges [2]. POAPs are created and distributed on the xDai sidechain and can be used to keep a record of experiences [1]. They have been given out at over 100 Ethereum community events and are also used by online crypto communities like SushiSwap and ShapeShift [1]. The number of POAPs in a user's wallet can be used to measure engagement and time spent in a community [1]. POAP collections can also function as decentralized identities, unlocking new possibilities for their use [1].

References: [1] [2] [3]

Why have an NFT ticketing system?

The NFT ticketing system has the potential to enhance various aspects of your community. Firstly, it serves as an effective gating mechanism to control access to your physical or virtual events. For instance, there was an airdrop or claims process prior to the event, only those who possess the relevant NFT holder can attend. This not only adds value to the community but also fosters a sense of community among the NFT holders.

Developers can extend dApp on top of NFT tickets

Additionally, since this data is accessible on the blockchain, anyone has the ability to create a variety of applications that can expand the use cases related to the ownership of these POAP NFT Tickets. For example, owners of POAPs specific attributes can gain VIP privileges, such as special access to sponsors' booths or exclusive levels within the virtual event.

Before you start, you must have a wallet and some KSM in it. Having a wallet in your browser (phone) is a necessary step in order to interact with our platform.

Start here if you haven't started with these steps yet:

If you managed to go through these steps, continue here

You can choose which NFTs you want to buy

We've been experimenting with lots of stuff for the last 24+ months.

From the bull run spring of 2021 through late 2022, we've backlogged over 5000 issues in our primary repository and managed to made 3000 pull requests and updates to our KodaDot codebase—and some have been wildly fruitful.

Successful product experiments

KodaDot is an open-source NFT marketplace built on the . Our mission is to create an inclusive platform for collaboration where creators, developers, and community members can work together to shape the future of NFTs on Polkadot.

As one of the first projects on Kusama and Polkadot, we aim to represent the interests of the community through an open and transparent development process. Anyone can and provide feedback to our developers.

We value openness, sustainability, trust-building, and rewarding dedicated contributors. Our team is diverse and welcoming to people from all backgrounds, whether you're a student, parent, career-changer, or veteran developer.

currently supports trading NFTs across 9 different standards on 6 different Polkadot chains. By consolidating many networks into one marketplace, we make Polkadot NFTs easily discoverable and tradable for all.

Our roadmap includes adopting more carbon-neutral technologies and partnering with ecological initiatives to offset emissions. We are proud to be built on the energy-efficient Kusama network and work with partners like

There are a few things you should think about before you start minting your art on KodaDot.

Connect with us

• Our community is most active on . Join it to share art and ideas, talk with fellow collectors, or ask questions. We will be happy if you join.

In Polkadot, we have something called Existential Deposit (ED). When you generate an account (address), you only generate a key that lets you access it. The account does not exist yet on-chain. For that, it needs the existential deposit of 1 DOT.

If you fall below the existential deposit limit, your account will be reaped. That means your account will be wiped from the blockchain's state to conserve space, along with any funds in that address. You do not lose access to the reaped address - as long as you have your private key or recovery phrase, you can still use the address - but it needs a top-up of another existential deposit to be able to interact with the chain.

It is important to note that transaction fees do not lead to an account being deleted. This is because the fees are deducted from the account before any other transaction logic. If an account has a balance that is equal to the required minimum deposit, it cannot create a valid transaction. To complete a transaction, additional funds must be added to cover the transaction fees.

Native tokens of AssetHub are DOT and KSM. To be able to do any transaction on AssetHub, you need to teleport your assets. If you're interested in teleporting your DOT or KSM to Asset Hub, you can find detailed instructions here:

Deposit fees - how do they work?

Deposit fees are a bit different. After creating a collection and adding NFTs to it, you will pay a specific amount of deposit fees. Any collection/nft added to the Asset Hub is saved in the blockchain storage. This storage is replicated, and every change is tracked (by transactions). To prevent spam, parity proposed a returnable deposit.

Your deposited fees will be unlocked when you burn NFT/collection. Only the owner of the NFT can do that, so if someone buys your NFTs, you cannot burn them. Also, you cannot burn the collection if there are still NFTs in it.

We are offering a lot of ways that will allow you to become part of KodaDot's team. Our programs provide you with a variety of ways how you can contribute. Ambassador programs are for individuals who want to help us grow our community and create content or art.

Programs

Both networks are an important part of Kusama NFT's history, and both share a lot of similarities. We can refer to both of them as Kusama NFTs. Continue reading to another page if you want to learn more about the differences between these two.

KodaDot supports various NFT standards running on EVM chains

What is ERC1155?

ERC1155 is a token standard on the Ethereum blockchain that allows for the creation of both fungible and non-fungible tokens within a single contract. It offers an efficient, flexible, and unified approach to token creation and management.

How does ERC1155 operate?

ERC1155 operates by deploying a single smart contract on the Ethereum blockchain for an unlimited variety of digital assets. Each token within the contract is identified by a unique ID, allowing it to function as either a fungible or non-fungible token.

Unique features of ERC1155

ERC1155 tokens stand out due to their ability to represent multiple token types within a single contract. This enables an unlimited variety of assets to be managed by one contract, increasing efficiency and flexibility in token interaction.

Conclusion

With the ERC1155 standard, take advantage of the flexibility and efficiency it offers in token interaction on the KodaDot platform. Whether fungible or non-fungible, each token holds a unique ID, offering you a broad range of possibilities for digital asset management.

As KodaDot is an open-source marketplace. Anyone can contribute. If you are a developer looking for a job to do, visit our GitHub Repository. All necessary information can be found there. Check our issues for good first issues and in combination with $, $$, $$$. You can get rewarded immediately after you solve your issue.

Read our Contributing.md before your contribution.

KodaDot been among first supporting Statemine Unique pallet and NFT pallet

What is a Generative Drop?

In general, an NFT drop refers to the release or launch of a new set of NFTs. They involve a limited number of tokens. This scarcity is a key feature that can drive demand and value. KodaDot, in late 2023, was the first marketplace that implemented generative art in the Polkadot ecosystem. As a celebration of this achievement, we decided to reward our collectors and audience with amazing opportunities to collect limited generative art NFTs.

Types of Drops

Each drop is different, in collaboration with a different artist, and has different conditions. Some drops are paid, and some are free. Drop can be limited by various conditions like:

• minimum amount of funds in a wallet

• being an owner of previous NFT drops

• limited mints per wallet

• and of course, some drops are with no conditions too

These conditions will always be visible on the drop page.

How do I participate?

Go to KodaDot and check in the top right corner.

You should be able to see active, planned, and ended drops there. You can see their status. Also, you are able to see the number of NFTs in the collection and their price.

Minting

Connect your wallet and enjoy the Drop! Recommended wallets can be found . Don't forget every generative art drop has the option to play with variations. Click under the picture on Generate to get a new version of the NFT. Once you click to mint you receive a random NFT and not the one shown in the preview. This gives you a moment of surprise!

Mass mint

We also have a feature that allows you to mint more NFTs at once. Simply select the number you want to mint and click on mint. If you select a higher number - minting will take a bit longer, so be patient. You should see previews of the NFTs once it loads. You can then choose to mint them.

Some people report that they do not see the art instantly after the mint. This is caused by the "Kodadot Minter," which mints approximately ~40 tx/min. So the worst case is that the user misses the window and needs to wait 1 min + ~ 48 sec for finalization (then it is picked up by the indexer).

So don't panic and be patient - Metadata replication can take up to two minutes!

Any troubles?

If you encounter any issues, connect with the team in our group or open an issue directly in our . Prepare screenshots and try to describe what happened in a detailed way.

There are two kinds of frames available on KodaDot:

1. Collection Frame: Allows you to share existing collections minted on KodaDot; the process is very simple, and anyone can share any collection. The frame will allow you to browse the collection on Farcaster. It will not be possible to trade with NFTs; just browse.

2. Minting Frame: This allows you to mint your collection on Base via KodaDot. Minting frames are only available for curated artists. Mint will currently occur only via Farcaster.

Collection Frame - Share existing collection

You can share any collection on Farcaster in a frame that allows people to browse your collection directly in the app. To do it, open your collection on KodaDot, click the share button in the top right corner, and select Share as Farcaster Frame.

Example

This is how your frame will look like. People will be able to browse minted NFTs in your collection on KodaDot.

Minting Frame

The minting frame allows you to mint directly from the Frame. This frame will only work for artists who minted their art on Base via KodaDot (if you are not sure about your collection, then it was most likely not minted this way). Only selected artists have this option.

How to use minting frame

How do I create a post? The team will provide you with your unique link, which you can share in your regular post. The link always looks like this:

Where :address is a variable that we will provide to the artist - since we deploy the contract.

Use the provided link and share it on Farcaster. You only need to copy-paste it to cast; it will automatically create a frame for you. Here is an example:

Keep in mind

• Adding pictures or any extra files to the frame may hide the minting frame, and users will not be able to use it. Always check your post after posting it.

• Minting works only with Coinbase Wallet on mobile.

Learn more about Farcaster frames .

At the beginning of 2023, we created our first official merch shop.

KodaDot designs are one of the most popular during different crypto conferences. We often represent our project with free merchandise during these events. Our designs are community-based and artist-focused.

Our anime designs were created in collaboration with various anime artists from all around the world. We gave them our idea each time we connected with them and let them create their magic. Each design represents a different place/story/idea.

We also have a few community designs and designs created in collaboration with artists who minted their art on KodaDot. And we love them all.

What kind of merch do we have?

• Community collaborations - follow our or join our so you don't miss a call. We will occasionally be announcing different contests for our community!

• Artist collaborations - selected premium artists on KodaDot have the opportunity to contribute to our shop.

• Degen collaborations - dear traders, we have also swag for you. Do you BUY & SELL NFTs on KodaDot? This category is for you!

Do you want to have your design in our shop?

Do you want your design to get to a new audience? Say no more. You can share your idea with our team and if we like it, you can be part of our shop. As a reward, you will get some free merch + a discount for your friends and followers.

Contact the person responsible for new designs is .

Dear creators, in the near future, we will announce brand new possibilities for you to enjoy the KodaDot platform even more. The goal is to make it more interactive and give you better options to customize your collections. There are also exciting features we want to have.

Fandom page

We are currently building an option for you to have your own Fandom page on KodaDot. You will be able to select your NFT collection and create a whole page for it.

What is a Fandom page?

A fandom page is a page dedicated to your art, specific collection, or NFTs. Usually with your custom URL. It's easy to share and it's good if you do not want to share links to a marketplace with other art. It gives you the option to highlight only your work.

You can also customize colors, backgrounds, and other things.

Example of a custom-made page for a collection created by our for our anime waifu minter: .

Are you interested in having your own fandom page?

Please fill out .

Expect big things, nothing less. If you have ideas that we can help you make real, share them in our .

Creating a wallet supporting Polkadot/Kusama is the first key step to starting your journey. KodaDot supports six wallets at the moment. You can see five of them in the picture below. These are wallets you can use on your computer. The sixth wallet is Nova Wallet, which is also supported on phones and tablets.

Supported wallets

• - our favorite browser extension

• - our favorite mobile wallet. It supports your activity on your phone and tablet.

  You can download it and use it on your phone/tablet.

• - mobile wallet too

• - for advanced users (extension)

You can choose whichever wallet you like.

Before you start, you must have a wallet and some KSM. start here if you haven't started with these steps yet:

Step 1: Choose the correct network

Go to https://kodadot.xyz/, connect your wallet, and choose Kusama in the top right corner.

Step 2: Explore NFTs

To explore Kusama NFTs click on explore in the top right corner and choose between collections or items (all NFTs in collections).

There are a few things in the menu under Explore that you can change in your search. You can sort them by different attributes. If you click on Items - to see prices, just toggle on the button Buy now. Wait till the transaction is processed, it may take a moment.

Step 3: Where to find your freshly bought NFT?

After you buy your NFT, you can find it in your profile between collected NFTs.

Congratulations! You are the new owner of your favorite NFT! 😎

What is KodaDot migrator?

Migrator is a service KodaDot offers to collections on RMRK1 or RMRK2. All collection owners who created these collections can decide if they want to move their collection to another chain.

Why should I migrate my collection?

Launch Your Generative Art on KodaDot

We're searching for talented generative artists to collaborate with on NFT drops. If selected, we'll feature your works across KodaDot, launch a drop page and provide promotion.

What We Offer

RMRK 2.0 - NFT Standard

What is RMRK 2.0?

One of the goals of is to help you grow your audience. This growth comes from using the platform and mostly from collaborating with it. We have prepared for you information about what features we are preparing and how you can collaborate with us.

So, as our platform continues to experience growth, we're confident that you'll find a welcoming community of art enthusiasts ready to appreciate and support your work. We can't wait to witness your artistic journey unfold on our marketplace, and we're here to assist you every step of the way.

Read more about

What is Copyright?

"Copyright is a type of intellectual property that protects original works of authorship as soon as an author fixes the work in a tangible form of expression. In copyright law, there are a lot of different types of works, including paintings, photographs, illustrations, musical compositions, sound recordings, computer programs, books, poems, blog posts, movies, architectural works, plays, and so much more!"

Source:

As a creator and a copyright owner, some of the rights you have at the time of authoring your creations are:

Understanding the Value Drivers of NFTs

In the ever-evolving world of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), understanding what influences their value is crucial for both creators and collectors. Here's a breakdown of some primary elements that drive the value of NFTs:

1. Commemorative:

Sending Kusama/Polkadot tokens to other accounts is possible on KodaDot. You only need to connect your wallet and choose the transfer function.

Step 1: Open Transfers

Go to your profile in the top right corner and select .

RMRK 1.0 Standard on Kodadot

What is RMRK 1.0?

Step into the realm of RMRK 1.0, an innovative standard for minting NFTs within the vibrant Kusama network. In the world of RMRK 1.0, we utilize "remarks," akin to secret codes inscribed on the blocks of a blockchain, creating a unique universe for each NFT.

Introductory Overview:

KodaDot, the community-centric, open-source NFT marketplace, is entering a new era with the unveiling of Uniques V2's advanced features. Revolutionizing traditional expectations of NFT functionality, Uniques V2 is set to add unprecedented value to artists, collectors, and developers in the KodaDot platform and beyond.

Here you will find all the information you need to create and use your crypto wallet on KodaDot.

In KodaDot, we have two types of teleport:

• 🟢 Auto teleport: You will receive this option automatically once you want to create/ buy/ interact with NFTs and you don't have enough funds on one chain. It will automatically show during the process.

• 🔵 Teleport (Bridge): This is the same teleport as above, with the same functionality. The main difference - it's manual. You will find it in the menu below your profile, and you will be able to move your funds between chains as you need.

Introduction:

The NFTs Pallet provides a multitude of functionalities to facilitate interactions with Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) on the KodaDot platform. With this FRAME pallet meant for developers, you can create, modify, and manage NFT collections in a user-friendly manner.

Roles and Permissions:

A collection in the pallet is managed by various roles with specific permissions. An 'Owner' can destroy collections or alter the team, whereas an 'Admin' can change attributes or lock item properties. 'Issuers' can mint NFTs, and 'Freezers' can restrict item transfers.

Attributes and Creating a Collection:

You can assign an item with three types of attributes: System attributes, Collection owner’s attributes, and User attributes. The pallet also allows the creation of collections via the NFTs.create extrinsic. Options such as the maximum number of items (maxSupply), price, and a time frame of validity can be specified during creation.

Minting an NFT:

Minting an NFT involves using the nfts.mint extrinsic and specifying the collection, item, and the owner of the new NFT. Unique specifications can be set for each item, introducing a high degree of customization.

Uploading Files and Metadata:

After minting your NFT, the next steps involve uploading the NFT file and associated metadata into the Pinata service to obtain a unique Content Identifier (CID). The CID can later be assigned to the collection or item through the Polkadot-JS UI.

Additional Actions:

The NFTs Pallet offers a variety of actions including buying items, burning items, updating smart attributes, setting metadata, and even transferring ownership. Advanced functions such as NFT fractionalization and mass minting are under development.

Conclusion:

The NFTs Pallet in KodaDot provides a robust toolset for developers to easily integrate and manage NFTs within their dApps. This functionality, combined with ongoing enhancements, helps consolidate KodaDot’s position as a go-to platform for innovative NFT solutions.

What are Atomic Swaps?

Atomic Swaps let you propose trading your NFT for another user's NFT. You can:

• Trade NFT for NFT directly

• Request additional tokens alongside an NFT

• Send additional tokens alongside your NFT

• Set expiration times for your swap offers

Benefits of Using Atomic Swaps

• Trustless Trading: No intermediaries or escrow services needed

• Flexibility: Add token amounts to balance trades between NFTs of different values

• Security: Transactions only complete when both parties fulfill their side

• Convenience: Manage all your swap offers from your profile

How to Create an Atomic Swap

Step 1: Select the NFT You Want to Receive

1. Navigate to any NFT you'd like to acquire

2. Click the "Swap" button next to the NFT

3. You'll be directed to the swap creation process

Step 2: Select the NFT to Offer

1. You'll see a page with "Select Their NFTs For The Swap" header

2. The NFT you want to receive will be shown in your swap list on the right

3. Optionally, you can request additional tokens by entering an amount in the "Request Token" field

4. Click "Next" to continue

Step 3: Choose Your Offer

1. You'll see a page titled "Select Your Offer"

2. Browse your collection and select the NFT(s) you want to offer

3. Click on an NFT to add it to your offer

4. Optionally, you can add tokens to your offer in the "Add Token" field

Step 4: Review and Submit Your Swap Offer

1. Review both sides of the trade carefully

2. You can set how long the swap offer will remain valid (default is 7 days)

3. Click "Submit Swap Offer" when you're ready

4. Sign the transaction using your wallet

Step 5: Confirm Transaction

1. A popup will appear asking you to approve the transaction

2. The transaction details will show what's being created ("create_swap")

3. Check the estimated fee and click "Approve"

Step 6: Success and Management

1. Once confirmed, you'll see a success message

2. Your swap offer is now visible on your profile page under the "Swaps" tab

3. It will show as "Active" until it's either accepted, canceled, or expires

4. You can cancel the swap at any time by clicking "Cancel Swap"

Managing Your Swaps

Viewing Your Swaps

1. Go to your profile page

2. Select the "Swaps" tab

3. Toggle between "Outgoing" and "Incoming" to see swaps you've created or received

Swap Actions

• Cancel: Withdraw your swap offer if you change your mind

• Accept: Accept an incoming swap offer to complete the exchange

• Counter-Swap: Create a new swap proposal in response to an existing one

• View Details: See the complete details of any swap offer

Tips for Successful Swaps

• Ensure you carefully review both sides of the trade before submitting

• Consider the relative values of NFTs when requesting or adding tokens

• Set reasonable expiration times based on your trading needs

• Check your profile regularly for incoming swap offers

About KodaDot

KodaDot is a pioneering open-source NFT marketplace within the Polkadot ecosystem, operating on the Kusama network—a pre-production environment for Polkadot. They share the same multichain, heterogeneously-sharded architecture based on Parachain Consensus.

Kusama Coin (KSM)

Kusama is the coin used for interacting with KodaDot, the Kusama network, and its parachains.

Our Vision

Our vision centers on creating a platform where creators, developers, and community members collaborate and contribute to a majority-driven decision-making process.

Supporting Contributors

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, sustainable environment for contributors working toward our shared goal. To express our gratitude, we offer bounty rewards as recognition of their valuable input.

Core Principles

Our core principles include inclusivity, collaboration, constructive feedback, and trust. We encourage contributors to explore tasks beyond their comfort zones, promoting personal growth at a suitable pace. KodaDot warmly welcomes students seeking open-source experience, parents exploring NFTs, or developers transitioning to web3 to join our diverse community.

Open-Source Development

In line with the open-source philosophy, KodaDot's development system is intentionally unrestricted, inviting contributions from all community members. We eliminate the notion of "behind-the-scenes" activity, giving everyone an equal opportunity to share their ideas and collaborate with our developers.

Environmental Commitment

KodaDot aspires to minimize its carbon footprint while actively supporting carbon-negative initiatives and promoting global afforestation efforts. Currently, our focus lies on operating through the low-carbon Kusama network and collaborating with Offsetra, a project that enables us to offset our average annual emissions.

Start using our platform

offers a range of features for creators and collectors. At its core, KodaDot provides a simple and user-friendly platform for buying and selling NFTs, with basic features such as buying, selling, transfers, and fixed-price listings.

But the platform also offers more advanced features for those looking to get the most out of their NFT investments. These include the ability to bundle NFTs together into collections and create custom royalty structures, the place offers, and much more.

The first thing you should do after visiting web is to choose your preferred mode. Light or dark? I prefer light mode.

Click on your profile (circle next to the wallet), and at the bottom, choose a mode.

KodaDot's Co-founder, yangWao, discovered the potential of the Polkadot ecosystem while researching Substrate developers. He decided to delve deeper and built a web-based Subket. With this tool, users could:

• Create a Substrate account from a mnemonic and hex seed

• Load their account

• Sign data

• Verify signatures

During his project, yangWao encountered challenges and identified a lack of resources for Vue native developers in the Polkadot ecosystem.

To address this issue, he teamed up with Co-founder and created , featuring Vue.js libraries, utilities, and classes. Their efforts received a grant from the in 2019.

KodaDot's Evolution: From Experimenting to NFT Marketplace

Although successful, yangWao and Viki wanted to make their creation more practical and useful for themselves. They tried different ideas, such as an and visualizing blockchain blocks in AR/VR. However, these projects didn't meet their expectations for continuous innovation and community collaboration.

Their path changed when they found 's work on the for the Kusama Network. They studied the and realized the flexibility of Substrate Data. The duo built an RMRK.app NFT reader, which gained traction within the crypto community. This accomplishment inspired them to develop KodaDot, and, after submitting a to become an NFT explorer, it emerged as the first public good in the Dotsama ecosystem.

To learn more about KodaDot's inspiring journey and growth, read .

KodaDot is an innovative platform that brings access to the Polkadot and Kusama ecosystems, enabling users to interact with non-fungible tokens (NFTs) seamlessly. This tutorial will guide you through connecting your wallet to KodaDot, allowing you to create, buy, and sell NFTs. Just follow these step-by-step instructions:

Requirements:

• A compatible wallet (Enkrypt, Talisman, Subwallet, or Clover wallet)

• An internet connection

• A valid wallet address containing funds (at least 0.1 KSM)

• Top-up your wallet (Optional): If you need assistance with topping up your wallet, fill out this form and let us know on the KodaDot Discord server. Our helpful community members will assist you in topping up your wallet.

Step 1: Visit the KodaDot landing page

Navigate to the KodaDot landing page by entering the URL KodaDot.xyz in your web browser or click .

Step 2: Click on "Connect" in the upper right corner and Confirm your understanding of security measures

In the upper right corner of the KodaDot landing page, locate and click on the Connect button.

A pop-up will appear, informing you that KodaDot will never ask for your mnemonic phrase or private key. Read and understand the security notice, then click on Confirm.

Step 3: Choose your preferred wallet

Select the wallet you prefer to use with KodaDot. The available options are , , or . In this tutorial, we will choose Talisman.

Step 4: Select the wallet address to connect

Choose the wallet address you want to use with KodaDot. Once you've made your selection, you'll be successfully connected to the platform.

Step 5: Voila! You are in!

Congratulations! 🎉 Your wallet is now connected to KodaDot, granting you access to a wide range of NFT interactions within the Polkadot and Kusama ecosystems. Don't forget to ensure that your wallet has enough funds for any required transaction fees. Enjoy your journey exploring the world of non-fungible tokens on KodaDot!

You may be an artist who sold some of his NFTs on Asset Hub Kusama/Polkadot, and now you are thinking about moving your funds somewhere else. You need to bridge your funds first.

In case you want to move your funds out of:

• Polkadot Asset Hub

• Kusama Asset Hub

Step 1: Select Teleport

After connecting your wallet to KodaDot, go to your profile in the top right corner. Select Teleport Bridge.

Step 2: Teleport out of Asset Hub

Bridge your KSM out of Kusama Asset Hub:

Note: You must keep 0.000033333 KSM on your account as an existential deposit for your wallet. Always leave this amount in your wallet.

Or Bridge your DOT out of Asset Hub:

Click on send and sign the transaction.

Step 3: Send your tokens to another wallet

Here, you have two options: either you will use your wallet to send your funds whenever you want or use the KodaDot Transfer option.

KodaDot's transfer option: In your profile, click on transfer and fill out the details:

• Recipient: Address where you want to send your funds. If you send your funds to CEX (Binance, Kraken..), you will find your recipient address in those apps.

• Amount: How much you want to send

Click on Continue and sign the transaction.

Double-check your balances now in your wallet

In your profile in the sidebar, you should be able to see which of your funds are on AssetHub now. Check this picture:

• Red rectangle: Funds on Asset Hub Polkadot and AssetHub Kusama

• Yellow rectangle: Funds on Relay Chain

That's all you need about sending your funds out of the Asset Hub. To send your funds back to the AssetHub Chain, use the Teleport Bridge function again.

If you are an artist who wants to mint their art on Asset Hub Polkadot or Asset Hub Kusama, or you want to buy an NFT on these chains, you need first to bridge your funds.

Your DOT and KSM tokens must move to AssetHub chains so you can buy/mint/transfer/list your NFTs.

Step 1: Select Teleport

In case you want to use:

• Polkadot Asset Hub - You need to have some DOTs in your wallet

• Kusama Asset Hub - You need to have some KSMs in your wallet

After connecting your wallet to KodaDot, go to your profile in the top right corner. Select Teleport Bridge.

Step 2: Teleport to Asset Hub

Teleport DOT to Polkadot Asset Hub:

Teleport KSM to Kusama Asset Hub:

Click on Send and sign the transaction. DOT/KSM on the Asset Hub is just as good as KSM on the Relay Chain.

Double-check your balances now in your wallet

In your profile in the sidebar, you should be able to see which of your funds are on AssetHub now. Check this picture:

• Red rectangle: Funds on Asset Hub Polkadot and AssetHub Kusama

• Yellow rectangle: Funds on Relay Chain

That's all you need about sending your funds to the Asset Hub. To send your funds back on Relay Chain, use the Teleport Bridge function again, but this time, send it from AssetHub to Kusama/Polkadot.

How else would you contribute to KodaDot? By creating art of course! Your art gives KodaDot the ability to show the world what our creators are capable of. By publishing your art via KodaDot, you're representing us!

But you're not alone! We are passionate about supporting people like you, whether it's by providing them a grant to continue their NFT collection, putting them in our Discord's spotlight, or featuring them on KodaDot.xyz.

Our Discord Spotlight is a channel in our Discord where the most passionate projects get the chance to keep close contact with the community (updates, launches, etc). You can also get the chance to be featured on the front page of KodaDot by being active in our community.

Being featured on KodaDot

We strongly encourage artists who are joining our space to create or continue their art. We're aware of obstacles that might prevent an artist from doing so, which is why we're heavily backing our artists with support through grants and recognition.

Recognition comes in two ways here at KodaDot:

1) Discord Spotlights

Spotlight is a dedicated category in our where we feature the most active and passionate artists in the space. This is your chance to connect with the rest of the community!

By being spotlighted in our Discord, creators, and collections will be able to communicate with you directly. Whether it'd be compliments, constructive criticism, or just making a new friend, you can count on making meaningful connections here at KodaDot. Through our spotlights, you can update our community members with your newest drops and updates.

2) Homepage Features

Being spotlighted in our Discord gives you a chance to be featured on our homepage. The same rules apply: be an active member and a passionate artist. We pick our homepage features based on eagerness, so make sure to let us know that you're interested in being featured when you join our Discord!

We're more inclined to shine a light on those who have the potential to scale their projects in the long term. We want to invest in someone who's truly passionate about their work rather than someone who's here just to make a quick buck.

Programs for artists

We have two programs that will help you earn something extra on the side.

Does this sound like you? We'll see you on the server.

Collection owner chat. Imagine having one place where you can chat with your holders. This creates an exciting space for new opportunities and ideas.

We will provide you with a chat room for the most popular collections.

Before you start, be aware

If you want to burn the collection, you must first burn all NFTs minted in this collection. It needs to be empty. If someone bought one of those NFTs, you will not be able to burn it because you are not the owner of the NFT. In this case, you cannot burn the collection.

Let's first look at burning an NFT and then at burning a collection.

Burning NFT 🔥

Step 1: Open an NFT you want to burn. You can find NFTs you own/created in your profile.

Step 2: Click on the three dots in the right corner and click on Burn

Step 3: Sign the transaction. Sign the transaction and wait till the page finishes loading.

Burning Collection 🔥

To burn your collection, all NFTs that were minted in it must be burned first.

Step 1: Open the collection you want to burn. You can find it if you go to your profile and click on Collections. Select the correct chain and choose which collection you want to burn.

Step 2: Delete the collection. On the top right side of the page, click on three dots and select Delete. Sign the transaction and wait till it finishes loading.

Any tokens that you use as deposits will automatically return to your wallet.

Both burning an NFT and burning a collection are irreversible actions. So don't do this if you are not sure about it!

This unique tool allows you to automatically bridge the required funds from your wallet, eliminating the hassle of manually transferring funds every time you're short. With just one extra transaction signature, you're good to go!

Why is it necessary?

Not all NFTs are on the same chain. KodaDot supports more chains, so you have the option to buy or mint your art in different places. At the moment we have:

These events help us to grow the community and connect various web3 experts, artists, and enthusiasts. As an NFT marketplace, we are dedicated to promoting the Polkadot ecosystem through various events and exhibitions held across Europe. The KodaDot team tries to attend all important web3 conferences to build new relationships with promising projects. Start new collaborations so we can deliver a better product.

And we are not only attending them but also organizing them. The year 2022 was very busy for us and we had a chance to use our previous experience to create exciting events full of good speakers and interesting programs.

Our offline NFT galleries provide a platform for talented artists to showcase their digital artworks in a physical space, offering a unique opportunity for art enthusiasts to experience the world of NFTs firsthand.

In 2022, KodaDot organized several successful events across Europe, many of which had . And we are gearing up for an even more exciting lineup of events in 2023.

What is ink!?

Ink! is a domain-specific language developed by Parity Technologies to build smart contracts on Substrate and Polkadot-based blockchains. It is designed to provide developers with a safe and efficient environment to write smart contracts, and it is based on the increasingly popular language - Rust.

Polkadot is a network consisting of numerous independent blockchains, referred to as parachains. These parachains operate simultaneously to facilitate quicker transactions, all while enjoying the security and decentralization of Polkadot as a whole.

The Polkadot Asset Hub is a parachain created for the common good, with the purpose of creating and sending fungible and non-fungible (NFTs) tokens throughout the entire Polkadot ecosystem.

We distinguish between two Asset Hubs - One for Polkadot and one for Kusama. Both are supported on KodaDot.

• Polkadot Asset Hub (Ahp) - native token is

Understanding the Basilisk NFT Pallet on KodaDot

Welcome to KodaDot's user-friendly integration of the Basilisk NFT Pallet. Here, interactions with Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) become seamless, joyful and creative. This is your arena to explore, create, own, trade and manage NFTs with ease.

Unveiling Hidden Content and Free Merch for NFT Owners

At KodaDot, our NFT marketplace is not just about owning unique and valuable digital assets. We believe in providing an immersive and rewarding experience for our community of collectors and creators. That's why we're thrilled to introduce Unlockables, a revolutionary feature that adds an element of excitement and exclusivity to your NFT ownership.

Unlockables are hidden content and special perks that become accessible to NFT owners once they mint their digital assets. These unique unlockable experiences are designed to

KodaDot Generative Artist Referral Program 🎨

Do you know a good generative artist? Then invite him to , and you will both get rewarded!

What is ERC6551?

EIP6551 is a proposal made to extend the functionality of every ERC-721 token by attaching them to specific smart contract accounts, effectively providing on-chain identity to these tokens. Each non-fungible token gets a unique, global identifier which gives it a distinct identity.

What is this Drop party?

When a new drop is launched, after you open it, you may see more cursors moving around the page. Those are fellow collectors who are exploring the page with you! Once you meet them, you know that you are not alone. We are having a party with collectors! 🥳

Every user will now be able to connect his address with his created identity. Creating a profile is free, and anyone can do it. People collecting NFTs can finally show their faces and creators have now better idea about who bought which NFT.

1) Connect with the right wallet

Do you want to create your profile on Base or Polkadot? Depending on the answer to this question, log in with your Polkadot/ETH wallet. Each wallet needs its own profile. Go to and log in.

1. What are NFTs?

Non-fungible tokens, or NFTs, are unique digital items stored on blockchain that have a designated owner. In a process called 'minting', you can create NFTs using your cryptocurrency wallet and the blockchain.

2. What are KodaDot and Kusama?

KodaDot is a community-managed NFT platform operating on an eco-friendly blockchain. Kusama is like a testing ground for the Polkadot network, sharing the same core architecture and utilizing a nominated proof-of-stake consensus. It's a place to experiment and innovate in the Polkadot ecosystem, often resulting in unexpected outcomes or "chaos".

3. Why build on Kusama/Polkadot instead of Ethereum?

Building on Kusama/Polkadot provides several benefits. Substrate, the framework for constructing blockchains used here, offers upgrade capabilities and optimum efficiency. It also allows for shared security and scalability. Our choice also stems from potential future costs of Ethereum and its current environmental footprint.

4. Is KodaDot funded?

At this point, KodaDot is funded through Kusama Treasury for the initial phase. We are actively exploring other funding avenues and could potentially hold a private funding round. If this interests you, feel free to connect with us on Discord.

5. Where can I access the latest KodaDot press kit?

The current KodaDot press kit can be accessed here (link required).

6. How can I sell or buy KSM?

KSM (with any currency depending on the platform) can be purchased or sold through platforms such as Binance, Bybit and our RAMP network integration.

7. How do I update metadata for the extension?

For metadata updates in the extension, go to Dotapps.io > Settings > Metadata. Click 'Update metadata', then refresh your window. Your chain types should now be updated.

In case you have more questions, feel free to connect with us on Twitter or Discord.

8. What can I mint on KodaDot platform?

On KodaDot, there's a wide range of content you can mint or create, like static photos (.jpg, .png, .svg, .tiff, .bmp), moving images (.gif), videos (.mp4, .webp), audio files (.mp3, .flac), 3D objects (.glb), and internet text/data (.json). Do remember to follow the Code of Conduct and appropriately classify any NSFW content during the minting process.

9. Where are the files stored?

The storage for the NFT files is primarily on Pinata Cloud and the IPFS (Interplanetary File System) network. Our long-term plan includes an integration with ArWeave for the permanent storage of NFT Metadata under the Permafrost project.

10. How do I set my Identity?

You can learn more about setting up your identity in KodaDot here.

11. What is an Existential Deposit (ED)?

In Polkadot network, a minimum amount of 1 DOT for Polkadot and 0.0000333333 KSM for Kusama is required to keep an address active. This minimum amount is referred to as the Existential Deposit (ED). It helps to prevent the "bloating" of the blockchain state from accounts with minimal or zero balance.

12. Can NFTs be moved from one collection to another?

Currently, this feature is not offered. If you'd like to propose such changes, feel free to raise an issue on our GitHub page.

13. How can I sell my NFT?

If you didn't set a price for your NFT when you first made it, go to your profile, choose your NFT in 'Created', and click on 'LIST' to set a price.

14. How do I deal with errors?

We deliver daily incremental updates to resolve issues. Clearing your browser cache can also help. If this doesn’t resolve your issue, you can message us on Twitter or Discord with a screenshot of the error message.

15. What if I've minted an NFT, but it didn't show up?

Sometimes it can take a minute for your minted NFT to appear. You can check the status through the Subscan Explorer.

16. What if I receive a "Low balance error"?

Double-check if you have transferable KSM in your account. If it's staked, it won't be available. Visit Dotapps.io > Comptes, and unfold 'balances' to check your transferable amount.

For any other questions, you can reach out to us on Twitter or Discord.

17. What are NFT royalties?

Royalties are financial payments that original creators earn each time their NFT art is resold. Artist royalties are automated on each resale, ensuring creators always receive a percentage of the sale price.

18. Do you have Royalties stream settings?

Yes, we support Royalties on Basilisk and RMRK2.

19. Is there an official KodaDot token?

No, KodaDot has not issued an official token. Keep an eye on our official social media channels for updates and be cautious of scams and false information from unofficial sources.

20. What does SEND, BURN, and LIST mean?

SEND allows you to send the NFT to another user, BURN lets you destroy the NFT permanently, and LIST enables you to list your NFT for sale.

21. Can I purchase NFTs from my phone?

Yes, you can! KodaDot supports the Nova wallet for purchasing NFTs from your mobile device. We've prepared a video walkthrough and article explaining how to use this feature.

22. Can multiple people buy my art simultaneously?

Currently, RMRK does not have chain logic to prevent more than one transaction in the same block. If this occurs, it's up to the artist to either refund the additional buyers or mint the same NFT as a token of gratitude.

23. What is Kusama/KSM?

Kusama is a proving ground for projects that want to move fast and innovate on the Polkadot network, which shares the same underlying architecture. $KSM is the native cryptocurrency used for transactions on the Kusama network.

Finally, for any other inquiries, feel free to connect with us on Twitter or Discord.

24. How do I handle transaction errors?

If you encounter an error, first try clearing your browser cache. This often fixes common issues as we regularly release updates and your browser might have cached an older version. If this doesn’t work, send us a screenshot of the error message on Twitter or Discord, or raise an issue directly in our GitHub repository.

25. Can I open the developer console?

Yes, if you're using a Mac, you can open the developer console on Chrome by pressing Option, CMD, J, or on Firefox by pressing Command+Option+K.

26. Is it possible to move NFTs from one collection to another?

Currently, this functionality is not available. If you wish to suggest such a feature, feel free to raise an issue on our GitHub page.

27. What is the maximum size of the NFt I can upload?

At the moment, the maximum size of the NFt that can be uploaded is around 30 MB.

On KodaDot you can buy NFTs with Kusama (KSM) or Polkadot (DOT). Depending on what chain your NFT is.

There are two ways you can do it:

1. Sending funds from another crypto address: You may have some funds on an exchange or another wallet. In this case, use your Polkadot wallet to find your address.

The best way to find your address is just to use the wallet you downloaded, but you can also find it in your profile on KodaDo. You can copy the address directly. Be careful about what chain you are!

1. Add funds via on-ramp service: Adding funds directly on KodaDo through our provider. This process is easy and quick, so let's take a look.

Step 1: Click on Add Funds

Open your profile in the top right corner and click on the colorful circle. In the sidebar that will appear, you should be able to find the Add Funds button.

Step 2: Select a Provider

First, you have to agree with KodaDot's terms of use, and then you are able to select a provider. I personally prefer Ramp, but feel free to use other options, too.

Adding funds via Ramp:

Step 3: Fill necessary details

Select your currency and the currency you want to buy (DOT or KSM) and choose the amount.

The minimum amount of funds you can add can vary depending on what currency you are buying or what provider you are using.

If you are buying:

• KSM: Minimum amount is around 18 USD (or 16.50 EUR)

• DOT: Minimum amount is around 8 USD (or 7 EUR)

Step 4: Click on Proceed

Click on Proceed and fill in other details they are asking for: your email address. You will receive a confirmation code you will need to fill out.

Then you need to fill out your Polkadot/Kusama address (depending on what you are currently buying). Always check if you added the correct address.

Double check so you don't fill in your Kusama address instead of Polkadot one or the opposite.

Step 5: Select payment method

You have more options to choose from. Select the one you are most comfortable with and continue.

Depending on the payment method, you may be asked to fill in details like your name or your address. They also may ask if the wallet you use is yours.

Fill in all the details and proceed to confirmation.

Congratulations, you added your funds!

Now, you can jump back to and start shopping/creating.

It's important to remind you that bridging funds between chains will just move your funds between different chains we support. Your funds can always be returned to the main network, and they don't lose value when you bridge them. The process of bridging is very quick and simple.

Step 1: Open Teleport

Go to https://kodadot.xyz, connect with your wallet, and click on your profile (circle in the top right corner). Your profile will open up. Click on the Teleport Bridge option.

Step 2: Choose your chains

• Source chain: Select from where you want to move your assets

• Destination: To what chain you want to bridge your funds

Your options will show when you click on the field. You cannot bridge randomly between the chains. Your options will be shown once you click on the Destination chain.

It's always possible to bridge your funds back to where you bridged them from.

Step 3: Select the amount and Confirm the transaction

Select the amount that you want to transfer between chains and click on Proceed to Confirmation. Confirm the transaction popup and wait a few seconds.

Congratulations! Your funds were successfully bridged.

Where to find my assets?

In your profile, you should be able to see all your assets on all your chains.

• First row: Chain - on which chain your asset is

• Second row: Token - what kind of asset/token is on that chain

• Third row: Balance - the number of tokens you have

Transaction fees on the destination chain

Teleports come with an additional fee on the destination chain. This fee is deducted from the teleported amount of DOT or KSM, and it's very low (in cents). Remainder: The remaining amount needs to be greater than the existential deposit of the destination chain. Otherwise, the entire balance you teleported will be lost!

Thank you for helping us by bringing to another conference. You will be attending events as a team member. We aim to introduce our project to a new audience and help them understand it more.

KodaDot

We are a multi-chain NFT marketplace in the fast-growing Kusama (Polkadot) ecosystem with very low minting and transaction fees. Currently, we are supporting 5 NFT standards (RMRKv1, RMRKv2, MoonBeam, MoonRiver, Basilisk), and another upcoming 3 are work-in-progress (Astar, Gear/Vara, Statemine). Our rich developer community got us among the top 3 Polkadot projects, and we are by GitHub metrics in the Polkadot ecosystem.

Finishing your code is just the start. But we can say the most challenging part is behind you. We must still focus on selling the art and getting it out there. First of all, before you start with marketing efforts, make sure that your code is working correctly.

1) Test it, test it, test it

On KodaDot, we prioritize art that is fast, smooth, and good-looking. As mentioned on the previous pages, your art needs to fill some conditions. Once your art is ready, take your time and play with the code-checker, try variations, and check if anything is lagging and the art looks like it was supposed to look. Use our code-checker to do all these steps:

Remember to use the export function to generate a mock collection to assess whether the project has enough variety!

Bounty Rewards

We offer bounties starting from $50 up to $1200 USD, with our most popular issues being $100 USD. The more complex the issue is, the more you'll get rewarded.

You can feel free to take a peek at our in our GitHub to get started!

What is ERC721?

ERC721 is a free, open standard on the Ethereum blockchain that describes how to create non-fungible or unique tokens. They have distinct properties and individual token IDs, ensuring that every token is unique in its own way

“A true artist is not one who is inspired, but one who inspires others.” - Dali.

You now have an opportunity to join KodaDot Ambassador Program for artists. Apply and get all the benefits we can offer. Become a part of our community. For now, in this first wave, we offer this role only to the 5 best artists!

Conditions 🔍

• Minimal number of followers on Twitter: 3000 +

• Active on Twitter, regular posts with interacting followers (any other social media is a plus)

• Interested in .

• Good art: we support every style, but if they have an exciting or unique style, it's a plus (same with anime art).

• An exception may apply to very active individuals.

Benefits 💰

• Assisted onboarding (help with the minting process, covering minting fees)

• Regular promotion of your new art on our social media (Twitter, Reddit, Instagram..)

• Guaranteed participation in every organized by us (If you physically attend our events - possibility to get some extra spotlight - live painting, other extra activities).

Expectations 📊

• Independent and proactive approach (without us reminding you what to do), but at the same time be a team player and don't hesitate to talk about KodaDot with others.

• Minting NFTs on KodaDot - Deliver good art regularly.

• Onboarding new artists - Make efforts to motivate other artists to join KodaDot

Goals 🥅

• Connect your awesome art with KodaDot

• Attract more artists to mint their art on KodaDot

• Help us build relationships with the artistic community

To apply

Please fill out .

After that, we will review your application and we will contact you. Filling out the form does not mean that you will be automatically hired. Even if you meet all the criteria, we have only a few spots, so the last decision will be on a team!

Do you have questions?

Contact the person responsible for artists' relations is

We are remote-friendly and asynchronous! Timezones aren't a problem here, we have contributors from around the world. As long as you're making progress at your own pace and staying on schedule with other team members, there's not difference. However, some of the most common characteristics we've seen from current members of KodaDot are their organization, time management skills, and communication.

Here at KodaDot, you're not expected to be a know-it-all. You're expected to learn and grow from the tasks you take on and the interactions you make with our community. KodaDot was created with the public in mind, hence us being a "public good". We want to make sure that inclusivity is enforced for people with all levels of experience. However, we want to make sure that you're taking tasks that you're motivated to complete, not just to have them assigned to you with no progress. Don't be afraid to ask questions. We're encouraging growth and community. If you need to ask a hundred questions before finally understanding something, then do it.

So whether you're a student fresh out of high school or a parent with three kids, you have a say in what we do around here.

Everyone starts from somewhere, and we understand that.

We put emphasis on long-term players because we believe that they have the most impact on not only our work but our community. You're more likely to get hired if we see you actively engaging in our Discord as we highly value cultural AND personal fit and contribute to KodaDot in the way that makes sense for you (are you a developer, , or ?)

If everything goes well and your interests last, we would be more than happy to have you on board and start our journey of exploring NFTs together.

So, get those contributions in!

General Hiring Process

Our hiring process is based on the role you're applying for. If you're looking to apply to a non-technical role, go

Hiring Process for Developers

We are always looking for talented front-end developers. Whether you want to start working with us as a side hustle or as a full-time job, our issues are open to tackle immediately (and expect to get paid for your merged PRs!)

We offer full-time, part-time, internship, freelance, and temporary positions.

To qualify for a part-time or full-time position, we are looking at your:

• Past track record on your GitHub profile, i.e. your open-source contributions

• Cooperation & Coordination, how helpful you are in code reviews

• Communication, how engaged you are in our issues/discussions/discord

• Responsiveness, how quickly you react to change requests

MOST IMPORTANTLY: You should have 10-20 merged pull requests to our upstream branch We will pay you for each closed issue you have as a way to show you that we value your time and dedication to KodaDot.

After you've successfully merged 10-20 PRs, feel free to reach out yangwao on . We'll assign you 1-2 long-term tasks to see how you handle more complex issues.

The reason why we do this is to see if we click together as a team in the long run. During your time completing PRs here at KodaDot, we'll be able to see what characteristics you have that can be good for KodaDot's internal long-term growth.

You can start your journey by checking out our most recent issues with the labels .

Payroll

We can guarantee you a payroll from this phase, which will be discussed based on your location, skillset, previous experience, quality of delivered code, and time availability. We would like to match market prices so landing a job at KodaDot could result in getting payroll on the range between 60k-160k$ annual compensation.

Open Roles

• Frontend Developers (Vue3, Nuxt3)

• Rust developer (parachain Dev & Ops & ink! smart contracts)

• Developer Advocate

• Technical Writer

On hold positions

• Technical Product Manager

• COO

• UI/UX Designer

• Creative Director

What is a Drop Page?

Usually, when an NFT project announces its upcoming drop, it is done on its official Twitter or Discord platform. The announcement usually includes details about the allowlist, the reveal, and the drop schedule. This creates a perfect opportunity to get people excited about the upcoming collection.

When you go to https://kodadot.xyz and in the right-up corner select Drops, you will see drops that are happening at the moment. They are time-limited collections that are created for a specific audience. The goal of these is to create a unique experience for people visiting our platform. Artists, creators, and collectors can use and, in some cases, obtain free NFTs, with extra surprises coming with each one.

Each Drop has its own individual and dedicated page. There are many things that can be customized here. Phases, limits, availability, and schedule are the basic things artists and projects can plan to make the experience more attractive. You can show off specific NFTs as an example or add them all so that people can choose directly with NFT they want to mint. I mean, there are a lot of possibilities.

And minting? It's simple. Connect your wallet and mint your free (sometimes paid) NFT. And these NFTs are not any Polkadot NFTs. Drop Page is a canvas that can be customized to suit various needs. During this time, when I was writing this article, we had two drops open. Both were NFTs created with the help of an AI minter, trained for different results. You simply connect your wallet and mint an NFT, and the AI model will create a unique one for you, and it will mint it directly to your wallet.

Unlockable surprise

But that's not all. We connected unlockables so you can experience the excitement of unlocking hidden rewards! Each NFT from official drops had hidden content available only for those who minted their NFT. You only need to check your profile to find the NFT and click "Unlockable Content" to reveal the surprise.

In the category , you can see planned future drops. There you can also find a drop page for people interested in having one. Your page can also be there. ❤️

A bundle of features you can combine 💫

We already mentioned some of the features we implemented in this article. All of them are customizable. You can choose which one you want and which one you don't. Here is a small preview of the main features we have:

1. Dedicated times for minting

Select what day your minting starts, what hours will be available, and how long. We can adjust this to your needs. Minting one hour every day for one week? No problem. We can also include an attractive countdown so your audience can better understand upcoming events.

2. Limits

The basic limit is selecting how many NFTs in total can be minted. This varies on your collection size, but in some cases (AI minting, generative art), this number can be adjusted regarding your preferences.

You can also limit mints by the number of NFTs that can be minted at various times. Choose how many can be minted max during different phases. And, of course, we can show the availability of your NFTs so people know how much of them are left.

3. AI tools

We had anime waifus in our previous campaigns—created by a highly trained AI model. Im sure we can also use it in your case. You just need to tell us .

4. Custom link

Do you want your custom link to your drop page? No problem. In some exceptional cases, we can also hide your Drop so you can target a specific audience.

5. Free mint — Paid mint

Depends on you. You can choose.

6. Connection with our merch shop

This is one of the BEST benefits we offer. We allow you to connect your NFT collection to our merch shop and reward your loyal audience with a free merchandise drop. Depending on your budget, the size of the project, and the audience, we can offer you some starting amount for free.

7. Your design in our shop

To make these drops even more interesting, we allow, in some cases, custom designs in our shop. You only need to deliver your design, and our shop will handle everything else.

8. Unlockables

Adding your own unlockable content.

And More

We already have a lot of features, and we are still planning to add more in the future. Is something missing from the list? Let us know! Our team can work on it.

Interested? 🔥

If you are a project planning to come out with a new cool collection, or just an artist trying to do something new? Let's work on it together. You are welcome to fill out and let us know your idea. If you want to connect your collection with our shop, you need to consider the budget you are willing to use. This form will give us a brief idea about your plans. All details will be discussed later —  We will get in touch with you.

If you followed the , and you finished with your art, its time to test it. Your art should include everything that is needed to be deployed on KodaDot. To be sure that you did not miss anything, we created our KodaDot Code Checker to help you find any missing details in the code.

KodaDot's Code Checker

Open and prepare your zip file to be uploaded. once you upload it, wait a few moments. Your code validation will appear on the screen.

The Opportunity ✨

What is generative art?

Generative art is a creative process where artists use computer programs or algorithms to produce artwork. The artist first defines rules and parameters that guide the computer in generating the art. These rules can include mathematical equations, randomness, or even data from the environment.

The beauty of this art lies in its ability to produce unexpected and evolving creations, as the computer can generate countless variations based on the initial instructions. It's a blend of human creativity and machine execution, offering new possibilities for artistic expression.

Collaboration with KodaDot

We are more than happy to support artists. We can offer a package of benefits that will help promote your art, get you a new audience, and expose your art to more collectors. We organized several successful exhibitions around the world, and we continue with our efforts.

Please read this document carefully 🚀

Code requests:

1. The same hash produces the same output

2. Different screen resolution produces the same art

3. With different hashes, art has enough entropy - there are enough variations

4. Art should listen to the changes in screen resolutions

Specs of the code

• P5js is supported very well.

• WebGL is supported but needs to be properly tested in our code-checker).

• Your code works on low-performance machines and doesn't require heavy computing.

• Load fast - if it's working slowly, it breaks joy from art -

What format does KodaDot support?

The file should be in HTML/JS/CSS, and it needs to accept a URL parameter called hash. Each hash should be able to change your art.

Example:

In this case, our hash is: 0x175adf5fc058830a6319b8238ecc911db6e1b8dd40965629b5f0c5bee655598c

Example 2:

The first generative art collection we minted on KodaDot used classical html/css/js + p5.js" basically the simple template. The collection is .

Differences between us and fxhash

We are working on the direct support of fxhash, but for now, there are some limitations:

1. The URL param is hash and not fxhash

2. The hash format is a hash from a user-generated address - (Polkadot addresses have 15 000 combinations per address)

3. We can support both ss58 format (same as fxhash) or the hex format

Supported hash formats

• ss58 examples:

  • hGCkbgsGatN2yG8E6DX844yNHbamg2pCjWyFkn3MJxWdL4HE

  • EouXhZhDCHJqkEfr15DnkrgVrxwTkuRPBfid1oTioJhQpE1

• Hex format examples: hex hashes have a length of 66 characters (0x + 64 letters)

Hash creation

Currently, we have two different types of hash generation on two different networks:

1. Polkadot hash generation is random: A user will receive random variation from the code.

2. On Base we use hash(serialNumber) -

Important documentation

These two things should be able to assist you during your process of creation:

• Template

• Code Checker

1) Template

Here is a template where you can find all the information about the code you need. Please read on before you start coding: .

Some things we require to be included in the code like:

• createCanvas();

• getURLParams

• postMessageKoda

How to include them is written in the template mentioned above. Please read it carefully.

2) Code Checker

Once your art code is ready and adjusted for KodaDot's needs, you can test the code in our new Code Checker. Please open the page below in the new tab to learn how to use it.

3) Submission of your code

Before you submit the art, follow these steps:

• Please run the art via the code-checker mentioned above and report the status together with the code. The code needs to pass! (Take a screenshot for us)

• Submit:

  • Zip file with your code

  • Name for collection (the name should be short - only one word: it looks much better on the UI)

Submit the art here:

4) Preparation for your drop

We prepared a short list of tips you should be able to follow to make your drop even more successful. Take your time and read it.

Not sure if your art will be supported?

Please message us on or connect with ! We will happily help you to test it.

Minting

Our curated drop pages Your minting drop page can look like this:

Buyers can generate new NFTs under the picture. We set a limit on the total available items. Minting can be free or for tokens. We can also add time, minting phases, and allowlists - everything is possible. We have been experimenting with adding also conditions such as people needing to have funds in wallets, people needing to be owners of another drop.. etc.

Interested to have your drop on KodaDot?

For now, if you are interested, write us on . Also, you can connect with our Head of Artist Relations, .

We are looking for thrilling art and reserve the right to reject art anywhere in the procedure.

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