How to Create Your Own NFT
Turn your digital art, music, or content into an NFT. No coding required. Here's exactly how to do it.
Prepare Your Digital Content
Supported File Types:
- Images: JPG, PNG, GIF, SVG
- Video: MP4, WEBM
- Audio: MP3, WAV
- 3D: GLB, GLTF
- Max size: Usually 50-100MB
What Makes Good NFT Art:
- Unique - Original work, not copied
- High quality - Clear resolution, professional
- Distinctive style - Recognizable as yours
- Story/meaning - Why should someone care?
You must own the rights to what you're minting. Stolen art can get your account banned and potentially lead to legal issues. Only mint YOUR original work.
Preparation Tips:
- Use highest resolution possible
- Consider creating variations/editions
- Have a cover image for video/audio
- Write compelling title and description
Choose Your Platform
| Platform | Best For | Minting Fee |
|---|---|---|
| OpenSea | Beginners, easy | Free (lazy mint) |
| Rarible | Multi-chain options | Free or gas |
| Foundation | Curated art | Gas fees |
| Zora | Creator-focused | Low gas |
OpenSea offers "lazy minting" - your NFT isn't minted on-chain until someone buys it. The buyer pays the gas. This means you can list for FREE.
Network Options:
- Ethereum: Most prestigious, high fees
- Polygon: Nearly free, lower prestige
- Solana: Fast and cheap, different ecosystem
Mint Your NFT (OpenSea Example)
- Go to opensea.io
- Connect your wallet (MetaMask)
- Click your profile → "Create"
- Upload your file
- Fill in details:
- Name: Catchy, memorable title
- Description: Story behind the art
- Collection: Group similar works together
- Properties: Add traits (optional)
- Choose blockchain (Ethereum or Polygon)
- Click "Create"
- Sign the transaction (free for lazy mint)
Important Settings:
- Supply: 1 for unique, more for editions
- Unlockable content: Bonus content for buyer
- Explicit content: Mark if applicable
Create a collection for your work. It looks more professional and makes it easier for collectors to find related pieces. Think of it as your "gallery."
List for Sale
- Go to your NFT page
- Click "List for sale"
- Choose sale type:
- Fixed price: Set your price
- Timed auction: Bidding
- Set price (ETH or other currency)
- Set duration (1 day to 6 months)
- Sign listing (gas-free on OpenSea)
Pricing Tips:
- Research similar art prices
- Start lower to build reputation
- Consider offering editions at lower prices
- Premium for 1/1 unique pieces
Fees When You Sell:
- OpenSea fee: 2.5%
- Creator royalty: You set this (0-10%)
- Royalties = passive income on future sales!
Minting is easy. Selling is hard. Build your brand:
- Share on Twitter (NFT Twitter is active)
- Join Discord communities
- Engage with other artists
- Tell the story behind your work
Most NFTs don't sell. Building an audience takes time. Don't expect overnight success. Create art you're proud of regardless of sales.