FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Zaunchpad, token launches, privacy features, and cross-chain operations.

General Questions

What is Zaunchpad?

Zaunchpad is a next-generation decentralized launchpad that bridges the gap between privacy and transparency. It allows users to launch and participate in token sales across multiple chains (Solana, NEAR) while leveraging privacy features and advanced bonding curve mechanisms via Meteora.

How do I get started?

Visit app.zaunchpad.com
Connect your wallet (Solana or NEAR)
Browse available token launches or create your own
Follow our User Guides for detailed instructions

Which blockchains are supported?

Currently supported:

Solana: Full support for token creation and launches
NEAR: Full support with NEAR Intents integration

More chains coming soon!

Privacy and Zcash Pools

How do we know Zcash pools are shielded?

Zcash pools are supported by NEAR Intents and settled in Phala Trusted Execution Environment (TEE). This provides cryptographic guarantees that:

Transactions are executed in a secure, private environment
Privacy mechanisms are cryptographically verified
Execution cannot be tampered with
All operations are attested and verified

You can verify this by:

Checking the token page for “Privacy Enabled” badge
Reviewing the smart contract code
Verifying the anonymity set size
Checking that transactions appear as shielded on blockchain explorers

How do we know it can’t be gamed?

Zaunchpad’s privacy mechanisms are settled in Phala Trusted Execution Environment, which provides:

Confidentiality: Code execution remains private
Integrity: Execution cannot be tampered with
Attestation: Cryptographic proof of correct execution
Verification: Anyone can verify the execution was correct

The TEE ensures that even validators cannot see or modify the execution, making it extremely difficult to game the system.

What is an anonymity set?

The anonymity set is the group of all possible participants in a transaction. The larger the anonymity set, the greater your privacy. See our Understanding Anonymity Set guide for more details.

How private are my transactions?

Privacy depends on the anonymity set size:

Large set (100+): Very high privacy, very difficult to identify you
Medium set (20-100): Moderate privacy, reasonable protection
Small set (< 20): Lower privacy, easier to identify participants

We recommend participating when the anonymity set is at least 50 for reasonable privacy.

Fees and Economics

Where do fees go from swaps?

Fees from swaps are distributed as follows:

NEAR Intents: Fees go to the NEAR Intents protocol for maintaining the intent system
Frontend/Platform: Zaunchpad takes a small fee for platform maintenance and development
Gas Fees: Paid to validators on respective blockchains

What are the fees for launching a token?

Token launch fees vary based on:

Blockchain network (Solana vs NEAR have different gas costs)
Token complexity (cross-chain support, privacy features)
Current network conditions

Fees are displayed before you confirm the launch transaction.

What are the fees for participating?

Participation fees include:

Gas Fees: Network transaction costs
Platform Fee: Small Zaunchpad service fee (if applicable)
Bridge Fees: For cross-chain claims (if applicable)

All fees are displayed before you confirm any transaction.

Cross-Chain and OFT

If I launch a token, how do I convert my Zcash liquidity into Solana?

Currently, you need to manually convert Zcash liquidity to Solana:

Withdraw liquidity from Zcash pool
Convert Zcash to Solana-compatible asset
Deposit into Solana liquidity pool

Future: We’re working on automated liquidity conversion. This will allow automatic conversion of Zcash liquidity to Solana (and other chains) without manual steps.

How does cross-chain claiming work?

Cross-chain claiming uses LayerZero’s OFT (Omnichain Fungible Token) standard:

Tokens are created on source chain
OFT bridge is configured automatically
Users can claim tokens on target chains
LayerZero validators process the cross-chain transfer
Tokens are minted on target chain

See our Claiming with OFT guide for detailed instructions.

Which chains support cross-chain claims?

Currently supported:

Solana ↔ NEAR
Solana ↔ Base
Solana ↔ Arbitrum
NEAR ↔ Base
NEAR ↔ Arbitrum

More chains coming soon!

Refunds

How do I provide refunds for people?

Current Status: Refunds are not yet automated. To provide refunds:

Manually process refund requests
Convert Zcash to Solana (or target chain)
Send refunds to users’ wallets

Future: We need to automate Zcash to Solana liquidity conversion to facilitate automated refunds. This would require:

Automation like TukTuk by Helium to take Zcash and convert it to Solana
Deposit into escrow contract
Automated refund processing

We’re working on this feature and will update when available.

Security and Audits

Are your contracts audited?

Not yet. Our contracts are open source and available for review:

GitHub Repository
All smart contract code is publicly available
We welcome security reviews and contributions

We plan to conduct formal audits before mainnet launch. In the meantime, we recommend:

Reviewing the code yourself
Testing on testnet first
Starting with small amounts
Reporting any issues you find

How secure is Zaunchpad?

Zaunchpad uses multiple security measures:

Smart Contracts: Open source, reviewable code
TEE Execution: Phala TEE for privacy operations
NEAR Intents: Verified intent execution
LayerZero: Battle-tested cross-chain protocol
IPFS Storage: Decentralized, immutable storage

However, as with any DeFi protocol:

Always do your own research
Start with small amounts
Understand the risks
Never invest more than you can afford to lose

Token Launching

How do I launch on Zaunchpad?

Anyone can launch a token. The process is simple:

Connect your wallet
Navigate to “Create Token”
Fill in token details
Configure launch parameters
Deploy your token

See our User Guides for detailed instructions.

Alternatively, you can coordinate with our anonymous support for assistance with:

Token design and parameters
Launch strategy
Marketing and promotion
Technical support

What are the requirements to launch a token?

Basic requirements:

Connected wallet with sufficient funds for gas
Token name and symbol
Initial supply and pricing parameters
(Optional) Token logo and description

No KYC or approval process required!

Can I customize my token launch?

Yes! You can customize:

Token name, symbol, and description
Initial supply and pricing
Bonding curve parameters
Launch date and duration
Privacy features (shielded pools)
Cross-chain distribution
Logo and branding

Integration and Infrastructure

Can I use Zaunchpad in my infrastructure?

Yes! Zaunchpad can be integrated into your infrastructure. Here’s the fee breakdown:

Fee Structure:

Platform Fee: Small percentage of transactions (varies by integration)
Gas Fees: Standard blockchain gas fees
Bridge Fees: LayerZero protocol fees for cross-chain (if applicable)
Custom Integration: Contact us for enterprise pricing

Integration Options:

API Access: Use our backend API for token operations
Smart Contracts: Interact directly with deployed contracts
Frontend Integration: Embed Zaunchpad UI components
White Label: Custom branding and deployment

What APIs are available?

Zaunchpad provides:

REST API: Backend API for token operations
Smart Contract ABIs: Direct contract interaction
WebSocket: Real-time updates (coming soon)

See our GitHub for API documentation and examples.

Technical Questions

What is NEAR Intents?

NEAR Intents are declarative statements that describe desired outcomes for cross-chain operations. See our Working with NEAR Intents guide for details.

What is Phala TEE?

Phala Trusted Execution Environment provides secure, private execution of code. It ensures:

Confidentiality (code execution is private)
Integrity (execution cannot be tampered with)
Attestation (cryptographic proof of correct execution)

How does the bonding curve work?

Zaunchpad uses Meteora’s Dynamic Liquidity Market Maker (DLMM) for bonding curves:

Price adjusts based on supply and demand
Liquidity is provided automatically
Efficient price discovery
Lower slippage than traditional AMMs

Support

Where can I get help?

Documentation: Check our docs (you’re here!)
GitHub Issues: github.com/zaunchpad/zaunchpad/issues
Application Support: Use in-app support if available
Community: Join our community channels (coming soon)

How do I report a bug?

Check if it’s already reported on GitHub
Create a new issue with:
- Description of the bug
- Steps to reproduce
- Expected vs actual behavior
- Screenshots (if applicable)
- Transaction hashes (if applicable)

How do I request a feature?

Check existing feature requests on GitHub
Create a new issue with:
- Feature description
- Use case and benefits
- Implementation suggestions (if any)

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