# Minting & Trading

Learn how to mint new NFTs and trade on the Stargaze Marketplace.

## Minting

Minting is the onchain action that issues a new NFT from a collection’s launch.

### How to Mint

1. Find an active mint on the [Launchpad](https://stargaze.zone/launchpad)
2. Check if you're on the whitelist (if applicable)
3. Click **Mint**
4. Select how many NFTs to mint
5. Approve the transaction in your wallet

### Mint Phases

Most collections have multiple phases:

* **Whitelist** - Early access for approved addresses
* **Public** - Open to everyone

Check the collection page for phase timing and prices.

## Buying NFTs

### Instant Buy

1. Browse collections or search for specific NFTs
2. Click on an NFT you like
3. Click **Buy Now** (if listed)
4. Approve the transaction

### Making Offers

Want to buy an NFT that isn't listed, or offer less than the asking price?

1. Click **Make Offer** on any NFT
2. Enter your offer amount
3. Confirm the offer

### Bidding in Auctions

Some NFTs are sold via auction:

1. Find auctions on the Marketplace
2. Place your bid (must be higher than current bid)
3. If outbid, you'll be refunded automatically
4. Highest bidder wins when the auction ends. Note that bids cannot be withdrawn once placed.

## Selling NFTs

### Listing for Sale

1. Go to your profile
2. Select the NFT you want to sell
3. Click **List for Sale**
4. Set your price and token
5. Confirm the listing

### Accepting Offers

When someone makes an offer on your NFT:

1. You'll see it on the NFT page
2. Click **Accept** to complete the sale

### Canceling Listings

Changed your mind? Cancel anytime before it gets bought:

1. Go to your listed NFT
2. Click **Cancel Listing**
3. Confirm the transaction (small gas fee)


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