Creating a cryptocurrency (or token) can be simpler than you think, especially if you want to create a **token** on an existing blockchain (such as Ethereum or Binance Smart Chain). Here are the simplified steps:
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### **The simplest method: Create a token on an existing blockchain**
#### 1. **Choose a suitable blockchain**:
- **Ethereum (ERC-20)**: the most popular, but deployment costs (Gas Fees) are high.
- **Binance Smart Chain (BEP-20)**: low costs and high speed (ideal for beginners).
- **Polygon or Tron**: other cheap and fast options.
#### 2. **Use "No-Code" platforms**:
- **TokenMint** or **CoinTool**: sites that allow you to create a token in minutes without writing code.
- **BSC Token Creator**: a free tool to create a token on the Binance Smart Chain network.
- **Steps**:
1. Go to the site (example: [BSC Token Creator](https://www.bsc.creator.token.dev)).
2. Fill in the token details (name, symbol, total supply, properties).
3. Pay the network fee (usually less than 1$ on BSC).
4. Publish the token and get its address.
#### 3. **Use developer tools (if you know programming)**:
- **Solidity (for Ethereum)**: write a simple smart contract using standards like ERC-20.
- **Remix IDE**: a free online platform for writing and deploying smart contracts.
- **OpenZeppelin**: a ready-made library for creating secure tokens.
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### **Advanced method: Create a private blockchain (independent coin)**
If you want an independent cryptocurrency (Coin) and not just a token, you will need to:
1. **Mine an existing blockchain** (like Bitcoin mining or
