FAQ

Frequently asked questions about using Stargaze.

For migration-specific questions, see the Migration FAQ.

Getting Started

What is Stargaze?

Stargaze is the leading NFT Marketplace and Launchpad on the Cosmos Hub. Buy, sell, and create NFTs with ease.

What wallet should I use?

We recommend Keplr or Leap. Both work well with Stargaze.

What tokens can I use?

ATOM is the primary currency and also native to Cosmos Hub.

How do I get ATOM?

Buy on exchanges like Coinbase, Kraken, or Binance, then withdraw to your Cosmos wallet.

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Buying & Selling

How do I buy an NFT?

Find an NFT you like, click "Buy Now" (if listed), and approve the transaction in your wallet.

How do I sell an NFT?

Go to your profile, select the NFT, click "List for Sale", set your price, and confirm.

Can I make offers?

Yes! Click "Make Offer" on any NFT to propose a price.

What are the fees?

3% marketplace fee on sales, plus any creator royalties. Gas fees are minimal.

How do royalties work?

Creators set royalty percentages. Royalties are automatically paid on every secondary sale.

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Creating Collections

How do I launch a collection?

Use Stargaze Studio at studio.stargaze.zone. Upload your art, set up minting, and deploy.

Do I need to code?

No. Studio handles everything through a visual interface.

What does it cost to launch?

Deployment costs ~20-100 USDC depending on collection type and size, plus small gas fees.

Can I set up whitelists?

Yes. Studio supports multiple whitelist phases with different prices and timing.

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Names

What is a Stargaze Name?

A human-readable identity (like yourname.stars) linked to your wallet address.

How much do names cost?

Based on length: 3-character names cost more, 5+ character names are affordable.

Do names expire?

Yes. Names require annual renewal. There's a 30-day grace period after expiration.

Can I sell my name?

Yes. Names are NFTs and can be traded on the marketplace.

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Technical

Is Stargaze on Ethereum?

No. Stargaze is on the Cosmos Hub (part of the Cosmos/IBC ecosystem).

What NFT standard does Stargaze use?

CW721 - the standard NFT contract for Cosmos/CosmWasm.

Can I transfer NFTs to other chains?

Some NFTs support ICS-721 (interchain NFT standard) for cross-chain transfers.

Is my wallet safe?

Stargaze never has access to your private keys. You approve every transaction.

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Troubleshooting

My transaction failed

• Check you have enough ATOM for gas

• Try again (network may have been busy)

• See Troubleshooting for more

The site isn't loading

• Clear browser cache

• Try a different browser

• Check if wallet extension is updated

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Support

Where can I get help?

• This documentation

• Discord community

• Twitter @StargazeZone

How do I report a bug?

Join Discord and post in #support with details about what happened.

How do I report stolen art?

Use the "Report" button on any collection or contact us on Discord.