How to Trade BRC-20 Tokens: A Step-by-Step Guide

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BRC-20 is an experimental token standard for issuing fungible tokens on the Bitcoin network. Unlike ERC-20 on Ethereum, Bitcoin lacks smart contract functionality. Instead, BRC-20 leverages the Ordinals protocol to inscribe JSON-formatted data for deploying token contracts, minting, and transferring tokens. This allows developers to create and issue fungible tokens via Bitcoin's infrastructure.


Part 1: Listing BRC-20 Tokens on OKX Ordinals Marketplace

Follow these steps to list your BRC-20 tokens:

  1. Select Your Token:
    Navigate to the BRC-20 section in the OKX Ordinals Marketplace. Choose your token and click 【List】 on its detail page.
  2. List Your Inscription:

    • Select eligible inscriptions and click 【List】
    • Enter your desired price and confirm the listing.
  3. Mint a Transfer Inscription (If Needed):
    If no transferable inscriptions are available:

    • Click 【Mint】
    • Specify the quantity and sign the transaction.

Part 2: Buying BRC-20 Tokens on OKX Wallet

To purchase BRC-20 tokens:

  1. Browse Listings:
    Select your preferred token from the BRC-20 list.
  2. Complete Purchase:
    Choose a Transfer inscription with suitable pricing/quantity. Click 【Buy】 or 【Scan】→ Confirm fees and details → 【Confirm Order】.

👉 Explore BRC-20 trading opportunities now


Part 3: Updating Token Logo

To modify a BRC-20 token logo, fulfill these requirements:

Note: OKX Wallet reserves final interpretation rights. Submit requests via the official portal. Rejected cases receive email notifications.


FAQs

Q1: Can I trade BRC-20 tokens without Ordinals inscriptions?

A: No—inscriptions are mandatory for deployment and transfers via the Ordinals protocol.

Q2: Why does Bitcoin support tokens without smart contracts?

A: BRC-20 uses JSON inscriptions to emulate token functions, bypassing smart contract dependencies.

Q3: How long does logo approval take?

A: Typically 3–5 business days post-submission. Delays may occur during high-volume periods.


👉 Start trading BRC-20 tokens securely today


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