Fee Structure
Overview
MemeTrade implements a balanced fee structure that sustains the protocol while keeping costs reasonable for users. All fees are transparent and on-chain verifiable.
Token Creation Fees
Template-Based Pricing
Basic
100
Standard meme token, basic metadata
Viral
200
Enhanced features, trending boost
Custom
Variable
Tailored parameters, special features
Fee Allocation
100% to Protocol Treasury
Used for development, security, and growth
Fee Discounts
Holding 10,000+ MEME: 10% discount
Holding 50,000+ MEME: 20% discount
Holding 100,000+ MEME: 30% discount
Trading Fees
Uniswap V4 Integration
Standard Fee: 0.3% on all swaps
Fee Distribution:
100% to liquidity providers (current)
Future: Protocol fee switch (governance controlled)
Fee Tiers by Pool
MEME pairs
0.3%
Standard rate
Stable pairs
0.05%
Lower volatility
Exotic pairs
1%
Higher risk tokens
Platform Service Fees
Premium Features
Token Verification
500 MEME
Blue checkmark, enhanced visibility
Featured Listing
1,000 MEME/day
Homepage placement
Custom Analytics
100 MEME/month
Advanced metrics access
API Access
250 MEME/month
Developer tools
Governance Services
Proposal Submission
1,000 MEME
Spam prevention
Emergency Actions
5,000 MEME
Serious proposals only
Parameter Changes
2,500 MEME
System modifications
Fee Economics
Revenue Projections
Conservative Scenario (Year 1):
Token creations: 1,000 × 150 MEME avg = 150,000 MEME
Premium services: 50,000 MEME
Total: 200,000 MEME
Growth Scenario (Year 1):
Token creations: 5,000 × 150 MEME avg = 750,000 MEME
Premium services: 250,000 MEME
Total: 1,000,000 MEME
Fee Sustainability
Self-Balancing
Higher MEME price → Lower token costs in USD
More usage → More fee revenue → Treasury growth
Governance Adjustable
DAO can modify fee levels
Responsive to market conditions
Community-driven optimization
Fee Payment Methods
Accepted Tokens
MEME (preferred, discounts available)
USDC (converted to MEME automatically)
ETH (converted to MEME automatically)
Conversion Mechanics
Uses Uniswap V4 TWAP pricing
1% slippage protection
Excess returned to user
Fee Exemptions
Qualified Programs
Bug bounty submissions: Fee waived
Governance proposals from recognized DAOs: Reduced fees
Partner integrations: Negotiable
Volume Discounts
Create 10+ tokens: 15% discount
Create 25+ tokens: 25% discount
Create 50+ tokens: 35% discount
Fee Distribution
Current Allocation (Phase 1)
Trading Fees → 100% to LPs
Creation Fees → 100% to Treasury
Service Fees → 100% to TreasuryFuture Allocation (Phase 2)
Trading Fees → 90% LPs, 10% Protocol
Creation Fees → 80% Treasury, 20% Stakers
Service Fees → 70% Treasury, 30% StakersFee Governance
Modification Process
Community discussion (3 days minimum)
Formal proposal submission
Voting period (7 days)
Timelock execution (2 days)
Fee Caps
Maximum creation fee: 1,000 MEME
Maximum trading fee: 1%
Minimum notice for changes: 7 days
Competitive Analysis
MemeTrade
100-200 MEME
0.3%
Balanced approach
Competitor A
$500 USD
0.5%
Higher barriers
Competitor B
Free
1%
Unsustainable model
Competitor C
0.1 ETH
0.3%
ETH volatility risk
Fee Optimization
Dynamic Adjustments
Monitor creation volume
Track user retention
Analyze competitor changes
Community feedback loops
Success Metrics
Total fees collected
User acquisition cost
Platform sustainability ratio
Community satisfaction scores
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