Welcome to MintGarden, the premier NFT marketplace built on the Chia blockchain. Designed for both creators and collectors, MintGarden provides a sustainable, secure, and user-friendly platform to mint, trade, and explore NFTs. Chia’s unique Proof of Space and Time consensus mechanism ensures that your digital assets are secured in a fully decentralized manner, while being environmentally conscious. Whether you're a seasoned NFT enthusiast or a newcomer, MintGarden offers all the tools and features you need to engage with the NFT community seamlessly. In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through everything MintGarden has to offer and how you can get started today.
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Introducing MintGarden: Your Sustainable NFT Marketplace
MintGarden is a cutting-edge NFT platform on the Chia blockchain designed to offer a seamless experience for creating, trading, and exploring digital art and collectibles. By leveraging Chia's eco-friendly Proof of Space and Time consensus mechanism, MintGarden ensures that NFT activities are decentralized, sustainable and secure. MintGarden stands out with its focus on user-friendly features and comprehensive tools tailored for both creators and collectors.
Key Features of MintGarden: What You Need to Know
MintGarden is packed with features that cater to the diverse needs of its users:
Eco-Friendly Technology: Chia’s Proof of Space and Time consensus mechanism ensures maximum security while keeping the environmental footprint low.
Secure and Transparent Transactions: All transactions are securely recorded on the Chia blockchain, providing transparency and immutability.
User-Friendly Interface: The platform offers an intuitive interface for easy navigation and use.
Advanced Profile Management: Create and manage your on-chain profile to enhance your presence and trust within the NFT community.
Comprehensive Analytics: Track and analyze the performance of your NFTs and collections with detailed statistics.
Decentralized Offers: Engage in peer-to-peer trading and utilize decentralized exchanges for a broader market reach.
Getting Started with MintGarden
Profile Creation on MintGarden: Easy and Secure
Profiles on the Chia blockchain are on-chain entities, enhancing transparency and security. While having a profile is not mandatory for collecting and owning digital assets, it is essential for creating/minting Non-Fungible Tokens. Creating a profile on MintGarden is straightforward and can be done in two ways on your desktop computer:
A. User-friendly way via a browser wallet such as Goby
When on the MintGarden website find the green "Sign In" button in the top right corner.
Select Goby wallet by clicking "Connect" and proceed by approving the connection
Note: If you don't have a Goby Wallet yet, click on the "Install" button and follow the process. It is just as easy as installing other wallets such as Metamask and of course follows the same security processes you are used to from other blockchains.To create a new profile now go to your profile by clicking the top right button again which now should have changed to your temporary wallet profile, and select "My Wallet"
Go to "Profiles" and proceed with "Create a profile"
Note: This will submit an on-chain transaction and by that requites you to pay a small fee in XCH.After that you can customize your profile and mint NFTs.
B. Advanced way via Legacy Login
We want to point out that using a browser wallet to create your profile on MintGarden is the preferred way and we welcome the use of it. However, for clarity, we will also briefly explain the legacy method.
When on the MintGarden website find the green "Sign In" button in the top right corner.
Select "Legacy Login" in the popup.
Select "register a new account" and enter a email address and password and hit "Register".
Verify your email for MintGarden by entering the verification code you just received by email and click "Confirm".
Claim your profile by verifying by one of three ways:
WalletConnect
Chia Command Line
Pawket
Note: As mentioned before, we would like to point out that the browser wallet method is much more user friendly and adheres to common web3 standards when you create your profile. If you have chosen the advanced way and encounter problems, feel free to contact us in Discord or via X.
Elevate Your Experience with MintGarden Premium
Do you already know about MintGarden Premium? For enhanced features and benefits, consider upgrading to Premium for just 5 XCH (plus VAT, if applicable) for one year.
Unlock a full year of MintGarden Premium and enhance your experience with exclusive features. Personalize your profile, showcase your NFTs, get a discount on minting, host auctions, and support MintGarden's development.
Learn more and sign up at MintGarden Premium.
Manage and Track Your NFT Collections with Ease
Managing your collected NFTs on MintGarden is both intuitive and secure. Here’s how MintGarden’s approach differs from other blockchains like Ethereum, making it more user-friendly and secure for collectors.
Managing Collected NFTs
Unlike other blockchains, airdropped or unwanted NFTs on MintGarden do not automatically appear in your wallet or profile by default. NFTs on Chia are clearly marked, allowing everyone to see if a user created, bought, or received a token without their knowledge. Such unassigned NFTs function as a security feature, ensuring they do not clutter your wallet or profile. To include these NFTs in your collection, you must actively assign them to your wallet via an on-chain transaction. This process enhances security and user control, making it more collector-friendly. And yes, you can bulk-assign NFTs to your profile for convenience.
Tracking and Rarity Ranking on MintGarden
MintGarden provides comprehensive tools for tracking and analyzing your NFT collections and/or NFT collections in general. The platform calculates rarity ranks based on the OpenRarity methodology. While currently in beta, projects can opt-in to enable rarity ranking for their collections. For more details on rarity ranking, refer to our documentation here.
On the MintGarden homepage , you’ll find up-to-date information about current NFT mints, top collections, and leading creators. These insights are not limited to the MintGarden platform but encompass the entire Chia blockchain, offering a broader perspective on the ecosystem. For detailed information on live blockchain activities, including mints, transfers, trades, and burns, visit the "Activity" section in the menu.
Note: NFT rarity rankings, fresh mints, and other information provided should not be taken as financial advice. Always DYOR (Do Your Own Research)!
How to Mint NFTs on MintGarden: a Step-by-Step NFT Minting Guide
Minting NFTs on MintGarden is a straightforward process that offers flexibility and ease. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to mint your NFTs, whether you choose to use the web browser or the advanced desktop app.
A. Web Browser Method (Recommended)
Minting your NFTs directly in the web browser is the most user-friendly and efficient method. You can mint both single pieces (1:1s, unique NFTs) and editions (one artwork/design, multiple copies) seamlessly on MintGarden.
Follow these step-by-step instructions to mint Chia NFTs in your web browser:
Log in with Goby Wallet: Ensure you are logged in with your Goby Wallet. If you don’t have one, you can download and set up Goby Wallet here.
Create a Profile: Before minting, create a profile as described in our profile creation guide.
Navigate to Mint Section: Access the 'Mint' section from the main menu on the MintGarden website.
Choose Minting Type: Select whether you want to mint a single NFT or an edition, then select your creator profile.
Create collection: Fill in the necessary details such as name, description, and link your license, website and more.
Upload Digital Asset: Upload your artwork or digital asset (image or video.)
Add Metadata: Fill in the necessary details such as name, description, and attributes and set your royalty percentage.
Confirm and Mint: Review all details and confirm the minting process through your wallet.
For more detailed instructions, refer to our step-by-step documentation for minting a single NFT or minting an edition.
Note: To mint NFTs directly in your web browser, you must be logged in with a Goby Wallet and have created a profile as described in our profile creation guide.
B. Advanced Desktop App Method
For advanced NFT creation options, MintGarden Studio, our desktop application, is the perfect tool. This app offers features such as bulk minting, airdrops, and much more, catering to more complex NFT projects. Download and install MintGarden Studio here.
Learn how to use the MintGarden Studio in this step by step video tutorial and use our documents here to get going. MintGarden Studio might seem complex at first glance, but it’s designed to be intuitive and easy to use. If you encounter any issues or need additional support, don’t hesitate to reach out to us via Discord or via X.
How to Buy NFTs on MintGarden - A Buyer’s Guide
Purchasing NFTs on MintGarden is simple and intuitive, offering a seamless experience similar to other blockchains. Here’s how you can buy NFTs on MintGarden:
Minting Fresh NFTs: Acquire NFTs directly from creators by participating in new and ongoing mints.
Check the MintGarden homepage for current mints and auctions, ensuring you don’t miss out on new releases.
Bidding on Auctions: Place bids on NFTs in auctions hosted by creators or collectors.
Visit the MintGarden homepage to find active auctions and participate in the bidding process.
Buying from Other Collectors
A. Purchase NFTs directly from other collectors by accepting their listed price.
B. Make an offer on a specific NFT.
These options are available on the NFT’s detail page, allowing you to negotiate and secure your desired digital assets.
Note: Always(!) ensure to Do Your Own Research (DYOR) before making any purchase decisions.
How to List and Sell NFTs on MintGarden
Selling your NFTs on MintGarden is straightforward and efficient, although it naturally depends on finding a buyer. Just like on other blockchains, selling Non-Fungible Tokens is not a self-runner. You can sell your NFTs on MintGarden for Chia's native XCH token, meme coins on Chia, and even (wrapped) USDC!
Here's how you can list and sell your digital assets:
Navigate to Your Profile: Log in to your MintGarden account and access your profile to view your NFT collection.
Choose and Select the NFT You Want to Sell
List for Sale: Click on "List for Sale" to begin the listing process.
Set Your Sale Price: Enter the price and token for which you want to sell your NFT.
Confirm Your Listing: Confirm the listing through your wallet to finalize the process.
Once confirmed, your NFT will be available for purchase on the MintGarden marketplace.
Note: Royalties are enforced on the Chia blockchain through smart contract integration, ensuring that creators receive their due share from subsequent sales. This mechanism operates independently of the marketplace, providing a secure and reliable system for royalty payments.
MintGarden - your path into Chia NFTs
MintGarden opens up a world of possibilities for NFT enthusiasts. Whether you are a creator looking to mint and showcase your work or a collector seeking unique digital assets, MintGarden provides the tools and features needed for a seamless experience. Dive into the world of NFTs with MintGarden and be a part of a sustainable digital future.
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