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lazy minting
What does lazy minting mean?
A method where an NFT isn't written to the blockchain until it's purchased, so the creator avoids upfront gas and the buyer pays it at sale.
"I list with lazy minting so I don't pay gas until it sells."
Origin
Popularised by marketplaces like OpenSea/Rarible to lower creator costs.
Frequently asked questions
What is lazy minting?
It's a method where an NFT isn't written to the blockchain until it's actually purchased, so the creator avoids upfront gas fees.
Who pays gas in lazy minting?
The buyer pays the gas at the point of sale, when the NFT is finally minted on-chain, rather than the creator paying it in advance.
Why do creators use lazy minting?
It lets them list NFTs for sale without spending money upfront on gas, lowering the cost and risk of putting work on the market.
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