Initial Liquidity Calculator
Plan your DEX token launch liquidity
Token Details
Quote Token (Pair With)
Pool Settings
Trading Expectations
Launch Price
Liquidity Summary
Price Impact Analysis
Liquidity Recommendations
Initial Liquidity Guidelines
| Project Stage | Min Liquidity | Recommended | % of Supply | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Micro Cap Launch | $10K | $25K-$50K | 3-5% | Community projects, memecoins |
| Small Cap Launch | $50K | $100K-$250K | 5-10% | Early stage startups |
| Mid Cap Launch | $250K | $500K-$1M | 5-8% | Funded projects, IDO launches |
| Large Cap Launch | $1M+ | $2M-$5M+ | 3-5% | Major protocol launches |
Price Impact Reference (V2 AMM)
Low Impact (<2%)
- • Trade < 2% of pool
- • Excellent UX
- • Attracts larger traders
- • Professional appearance
Medium Impact (2-10%)
- • Trade 2-10% of pool
- • Acceptable for small caps
- • May deter whales
- • Common for new launches
High Impact (>10%)
- • Trade > 10% of pool
- • Poor trading experience
- • Easy to manipulate
- • Avoid if possible
When to Use This Calculator
Plan Token Launch
Launching on Uniswap next week? Calculate exactly how much ETH you need to pair with your tokens for a smooth launch.
Set Launch Price
Want $10M FDV at launch? Calculate the exact token/ETH ratio needed to hit your target price.
Minimize Slippage
Your community complains about 15% slippage. Calculate how much more liquidity you need to get it under 5%.
Budget Planning
Only have 15 ETH for liquidity. See what FDV and price impact that gives you before committing.
Compare Scenarios
ETH vs USDC pairing? 3% vs 5% of supply? Model different scenarios to find optimal setup.
Anti-Snipe Planning
Higher liquidity = harder to manipulate. Calculate how much you need to make sniping unprofitable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I add more liquidity later?
Yes, but it won't change the price - you add at current ratio. Starting with enough is better than adding later when price already moved.
Should I lock liquidity?
Yes, always. Unlocked LP = rug risk. Use Team Finance, Unicrypt, or similar. Lock for 6-12 months minimum. Community won't trust unlocked LP.
What if I can't afford enough liquidity?
Options: Lower your FDV (higher token amount per ETH), do a fair launch where community adds LP, or use LBP for gradual price discovery.
V2 or V3 for launch?
V2 for simplicity. V3 concentrated liquidity is complex for launches - price moves out of range quickly. Start V2, add V3 later when stable.
How to prevent bots from sniping?
No perfect solution. Options: stealth launch, anti-bot tax in first blocks, high initial liquidity, or use platforms with MEV protection.
Multiple pairs or single pair?
Start with one main pair (usually ETH). Split liquidity = worse depth on each. Add second pair (USDC) only after main pair is deep enough.
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