issue a token - article

components/Layout/Header/MobileMenu.js

@@ -211,6 +211,9 @@ export default function MobileMenu({
           <Link href="/services/trustline" className="mobile-menu-item" onClick={mobileMenuToggle}>
             Set Trust (Trustline)
           </Link>
+          <Link href="/learn/issue-a-token" className="mobile-menu-item" onClick={mobileMenuToggle}>
+            How to Issue a Token
+          </Link>
           <Link href="/learn/guide-for-token-issuers" className="mobile-menu-item" onClick={mobileMenuToggle}>
             Guide for Token Issuers
           </Link>

components/Layout/Header/index.js

@@ -215,6 +215,7 @@ export default function Header({
             >
               <Link href="/tokens">TOP {t('menu.tokens')}</Link>
               <Link href="/services/trustline">Set Trust (Trustline)</Link>
+              <Link href="/learn/issue-a-token">How to Issue a Token</Link>
               <Link href="/learn/guide-for-token-issuers">Guide for Token Issuers</Link>
             </MenuDropDown>
           </div>

pages/learn/index.js

@@ -18,7 +18,7 @@ const learnPageXRP = {
 }
 
 const learnPageXAHAU = {
-  title: 'Learn About XAHAU & The XAHAU Ledger | XAHAU Explorer',
+  title: 'Learn About XAH & The XAHAU Ledger | XAHAU Explorer',
   description:
     'Explore essential concepts behind XAHAU, and the XAHAU Ledger, and wallet activity. Understand how the ecosystem works with these beginner-friendly guides and definitions.',
   h1: 'Learn About XAHAU & The XAHAU Ledger',
@@ -45,6 +45,7 @@ const learnContentXRP = [
       { title: 'How to Mint NFTs on XRPL', slug: 'nft-minting' },
       { title: 'The Bithomp API', slug: 'the-bithomp-api' },
       { title: 'XRP and XAH Taxes - get SCV exports for your report', slug: 'xrp-xah-taxes' },
+      { title: 'How to Issue a Token on XRPL', slug: 'issue-a-token' },
       { title: 'Guide for Token Issuers: Username, Toml file, Project Registration', slug: 'guide-for-token-issuers' }
     ]
   }
@@ -67,6 +68,7 @@ const learnContentXAHAU = [
       { title: 'The Bithomp Explorer Advantages', slug: 'the-bithomp-explorer-advantages' },
       { title: 'How to mint NFTs on Xahau', slug: 'nft-minting' },
       { title: 'The Bithomp API', slug: 'the-bithomp-api' },
+      { title: 'How to Issue a Token on Xahau', slug: 'issue-a-token' },
       { title: 'Guide for Token Issuers: Username, Toml file, Project Registration', slug: 'guide-for-token-issuers' }
     ]
   }

pages/learn/issue-a-token.js

@@ -0,0 +1,249 @@
+import { serverSideTranslations } from 'next-i18next/serverSideTranslations'
+import SEO from '../../components/SEO'
+import { getIsSsrMobile } from '../../utils/mobile'
+import { network } from '../../utils'
+import { nativeCurrency, explorerName, xahauNetwork } from '../../utils'
+import Link from 'next/link'
+import Image from 'next/image'
+import Breadcrumbs from '../../components/Breadcrumbs'
+
+export async function getServerSideProps(context) {
+  const { locale } = context
+  return {
+    props: {
+      isSsrMobile: getIsSsrMobile(context),
+      ...(await serverSideTranslations(locale, ['common']))
+    }
+  }
+}
+
+export default function IssueAToken() {
+  const serverUrl = ['mainnet', 'testnet', 'devnet'].includes(network) ? 'bithomp.com' : 'xahauexplorer.com'
+
+  return (
+    <>
+      <SEO
+        title={'How to issue a token on ' + explorerName}
+        description="Step-by-step guide on how to issue a token on XRPL or Xahau. Understand XRPL and Xahau tokens, their use cases, and how to get started with tokenization."
+        noindex={network !== 'mainnet'}
+        image={{ file: '/images/pages/learn/issue-a-token/cover', width: 1520, height: 953, allNetworks: true }}
+        canonical={serverUrl + '/issue-a-token'}
+      />
+      <div className="max-w-4xl mx-auto px-4">
+        <Breadcrumbs />
+        <article className="prose sm:prose-lg dark:prose-invert max-w-4xl my-10">
+          <h1>How to Issue a Token on {explorerName}: A Complete Guide</h1>
+          <div className="flex justify-center">
+            <figure>
+              <Image
+                src={'/images/pages/learn/issue-a-token/cover' + (xahauNetwork ? '-xahau' : '') + '.jpg'}
+                alt="Issue a token on XRPL and XAHAU"
+                width={1520}
+                height={953}
+                className="max-w-full h-auto object-contain"
+                priority
+              />
+              <figcaption>How to issue a token on {explorerName}</figcaption>
+            </figure>
+          </div>
+          {xahauNetwork ? (
+            <p>
+              The Xahau Ledger is a smart contract-enabled sidechain of the XRPL, introduced in 2023. It brings native
+              hooks (smart contract functionality) to the ecosystem, enabling on-chain automation, advanced governance
+              mechanisms, and new possibilities for tokenization.
+            </p>
+          ) : (
+            <p>
+              The XRP Ledger (XRPL) is the world’s first decentralized exchange (DEX), live since 2012. It was the very
+              first blockchain to support issued tokens, and today it remains one of the fastest and most cost-efficient
+              platforms for tokenization.
+            </p>
+          )}
+          <p>
+            In this guide, you’ll learn how to create a token on {explorerName}, what {explorerName} tokens are, and
+            what you can use them for.
+          </p>
+          <h2>What Are {explorerName} Tokens?</h2>
+          <p>
+            {explorerName} tokens (also called “issued currencies” or IOUs) are digital assets created on the{' '}
+            {explorerName}. They are fungible, which means each unit of the token is interchangeable with another.
+          </p>
+          <p>
+            Tokens are digital assets on the {explorerName} that can stand in for almost any form of value. They can
+            represent real-world assets such as stablecoins like the US dollar, precious commodities, loyalty credits,
+            or even simple items like a chair, a cup of tea, or an hour of work.
+          </p>
+          <div className="p-4 my-4 border-l-4 rounded bg-white dark:bg-gray-900 border-[#4BA8B6] shadow-sm">
+            <p className="text-gray-800 dark:text-gray-200">
+              <span role="img" aria-label="lamp">
+                💡
+              </span>{' '}
+              On our website you can <Link href="/tokens"> explore any {explorerName} token</Link> and access the most
+              comprehensive statistics available.
+            </p>
+          </div>
+          {xahauNetwork ? (
+            <p>
+              For unique assets such as collectibles, digital art, or event tickets, Xahau supports URI tokens, which
+              provide a standardized way to represent one-of-a-kind items. While URI tokens are ideal for unique assets,
+              fungible tokens remain best suited for currencies, points, or other divisible assets.
+            </p>
+          ) : (
+            <p>
+              For unique assets like collectibles or digital art, XRPL also supports non-fungible tokens (NFTs) via the
+              XLS-20 standard. NFTs are the better fit for one-of-a-kind assets, while fungible tokens are ideal for
+              currencies and points.
+            </p>
+          )}
+
+          <div className="p-4 my-4 border-l-4 rounded bg-white dark:bg-gray-900 border-[#4BA8B6] shadow-sm">
+            <p className="text-gray-800 dark:text-gray-200">
+              <span role="img" aria-label="lamp">
+                💡
+              </span>{' '}
+              View <Link href="/nft-explorer"> the best ever {explorerName} NFT Explorer.</Link>
+            </p>
+          </div>
+          <h2>How to Create a Token on {explorerName}</h2>
+          <p>Creating a fungible token is simple and doesn’t require smart contracts. Here’s the basic process:</p>
+          <ul>
+            <p>
+              <strong>Step 1</strong>
+            </p>
+            <p>Decide what kind of token you want — and whether you actually need one. Start by choosing a name. </p>
+            <li>If it’s a utility token, you can issue as many as you like.</li>
+            <li>
+              If you want a limited supply, you can blackhole the issuing account so that no additional tokens can ever
+              be created. <Link href="/learn/blackholed-address"> Learn more about Blackholed Addresses.</Link>
+            </li>
+            <li>If you plan to issue tokens continuously, it’s best to use a hardware wallet (such as Ledger).</li>
+            👉 You can get your Ledger Wallet{' '}
+            <Link href="https://shop.ledger.com/?r=8aeb&tracker=iou_issuer">here</Link>.
+            <p>
+              <strong>Step 2</strong>
+            </p>
+            <p>
+              Set up TWO accounts – one will issue the token (ISSUER ACCOUNT), the other will hold and distribute it
+              (CURRENCY DESTRIBUTION ACCOUNT).
+            </p>
+            <p>
+              <strong>Step 3</strong>
+            </p>
+            Fund both accounts with {nativeCurrency} – each account must meet the {nativeCurrency} reserve requirement.
+            <p>
+              <strong>Step 4</strong>
+            </p>
+            <p>
+              Create a trustline – the receiving account (CURRENCY DESTRIBUTION ACCOUNT) must explicitly trust the
+              issuing account to hold its token. This trustline must be created with <i>Rippling</i> enabled. You can do
+              it <Link href="/services/trustline?mode=advanced&noRipple=false">here</Link>.
+            </p>
+            <p>
+              <strong>Step 5</strong>
+            </p>
+            <p>
+              Send a payment transaction – the ISSUER ACCOUNT sends a payment of the new token to the CURRENCY
+              DESTRIBUTION ACCOUNT.
+            </p>
+            <p>
+              <strong>Step 6</strong>
+            </p>
+            <p>
+              Follow the guidence to register your token and make it representable.{' '}
+              <Link href="/learn/guide-for-token-issuers">Guidence for token issuers.</Link>
+            </p>
+            <p></p>
+            <p>
+              <strong>Step 7</strong>
+            </p>
+            <p>
+              Users can now create trustlines to your ISSUER ACCOUNT to hold your token. You can share a link to Simple
+              mode (where Rippling is disabled). Get your Trust Set link for your token{' '}
+              <Link href="/services/trustline">here</Link>.
+            </p>
+            <p>
+              <strong>Step 8</strong>
+            </p>
+            <p>
+              Now you can distribute your token from the CURRENCY DESTRIBUTION ACCOUNT. You can send payments, create
+              orders on DEX
+              {!xahauNetwork && (
+                <>
+                  {' '}
+                  or set up an AMM (Automated Market Maker) to create a market for your token.{' '}
+                  <Link href="https://bithomp.com/en/services/amm?tab=create">Create an AMM here</Link>
+                </>
+              )}
+              .
+            </p>
+            <p>
+              <strong>This creates the token on {explorerName}. 🎉 </strong>
+            </p>
+          </ul>
+          <h3>Why Trustlines Are Important?</h3>
+          <p>
+            A trustline is a built-in safety feature. Users must opt in to accept a token from a specific issuer. This
+            prevents spam and ensures that you only hold tokens from sources you trust. For example, users will likely
+            trust {xahauNetwork ? 'EVR issued by Evernode' : 'RLUSD issued by Ripple'} more than tokens issued by an
+            unknown individual.
+          </p>
+          <h2>Common Scenarios for {explorerName} Tokens</h2>
+          <ol>
+            <li>
+              <strong>Meme or Community Tokens</strong>
+            </li>
+            <p>Often the first step for new projects. Fun, simple, and great for community engagement.</p>
+            <li>
+              <strong>Fiat-Backed Stablecoins</strong>
+            </li>
+            Banks or payment providers can issue fiat-backed stablecoins. The recommended setup uses:
+            <ul>
+              <li>A cold (issuer) account – the secure account that creates tokens.</li>
+              <li>A hot (operational) account – the account that distributes tokens to customers.</li>
+              This model protects the issuer while enabling smooth day-to-day operations.
+            </ul>
+            <li>
+              <strong>Fixed Supply Tokens</strong>
+            </li>
+            Communities or projects can issue tokens with a capped supply. Once distributed, the issuer account can be
+            blackholed (keys destroyed), ensuring that no additional tokens can ever be minted.
+          </ol>
+          <h3>What You Can Do With Your {explorerName} Token</h3>
+          <p>Once issued, your {explorerName} token is a full participant in the network:</p>
+          <ul>
+            <li>Trade it on {explorerName}’s decentralized exchange (DEX) </li>
+            <li>Swap it for {nativeCurrency} or other issued assets </li>
+            <li>Use it in loyalty or community programs</li>
+            <li>Store and transfer it using {explorerName}-compatible wallets </li>
+          </ul>
+          <p>
+            For unique assets such as artwork, collectibles, or event tickets, you can issue NFTs on {explorerName}{' '}
+            instead of fungible tokens.
+          </p>
+          <div className="p-4 my-4 border-l-4 rounded bg-white dark:bg-gray-900 border-[#4BA8B6] shadow-sm">
+            <p className="text-gray-800 dark:text-gray-200">
+              <span role="img" aria-label="lamp">
+                💡
+              </span>{' '}
+              <Link href="/learn/nft-minting"> View How to Mint NFTs on {explorerName}.</Link>
+            </p>
+          </div>
+          <h3> Advantages of {explorerName} for Tokenization </h3>
+          <ul>
+            <li>Speed – transactions settle in 3–5 seconds</li>
+            <li> Low fees – {xahauNetwork ? '0.000027 XAH' : '0.000012 XRP'} </li>
+            <li> No smart contracts needed – tokenization is a native feature</li>
+            <li>Security through trustlines – users choose which tokens to hold</li>
+          </ul>
+          <p>
+            Creating a token on {explorerName} is fast, secure, and cost-efficient. Whether you’re building a memecoin,
+            stablecoin, loyalty program, or governance system, {explorerName} provides the tools to do it with minimal
+            complexity.
+          </p>
+        </article>
+      </div>
+      <br />
+      <br />
+    </>
+  )
+}

pages/sitemap.xml.js

@@ -85,6 +85,7 @@ if (network === 'mainnet') {
     { loc: 'learn/nft-minting', changefreq: 'monthly', priority: '0.9' },
     { loc: 'learn/the-bithomp-api', changefreq: 'monthly', priority: '0.9' },
     { loc: 'learn/xrp-xah-taxes', changefreq: 'monthly', priority: '0.9' },
+    { loc: 'learn/issue-a-token', changefreq: 'monthly', priority: '0.9' },
     { loc: 'learn/guide-for-token-issuers', changefreq: 'monthly', priority: '0.9' }
   )
 }
@@ -116,6 +117,7 @@ function generateSiteMap(posts) {
     'learn/ripple-usd',
     'learn/the-bithomp-explorer-advantages',
     'learn/xrpl-article',
+    'learn/issue-a-token',
     'learn/guide-for-token-issuers'
   ]
   const oldPages = ['explorer/']