Frequently Asked Questions

A honeypot token is a type of cryptocurrency token deployed on blockchains like Binance Smart Chain (BSC) or Ethereum (ETH). It uses a smart contract with a configurable sell-fee mechanism. When the honeypot mode is activated (sell fee set to 99%), token holders cannot sell their tokens on decentralized exchanges like PancakeSwap or Uniswap. When mode is off (sell fee = 0), the token trades normally and passes all detection scans.

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The honeypot token smart contract contains a function called setFees that allows the contract owner to set buy and sell fee percentages. When sellFee is set to 99, any sell transaction loses 99% of its value, effectively blocking sells. When set to 0, trading works normally. This mechanism is controlled exclusively by the contract owner through the Write Contract interface on BSCScan or Etherscan.

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BSC honeypot tokens use the BEP20 standard and are deployed on Binance Smart Chain. They are listed on PancakeSwap and use BNB for gas fees (typically $0.10-$1.00 per transaction). ETH honeypot tokens use the ERC20 standard on Ethereum, are listed on Uniswap, and use ETH for gas fees ($5-$100+). The core Solidity smart contract code is identical for both networks - only the network configuration in MetaMask differs.

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When the honeypot mode is switched OFF (sellFee = 0), the token passes all major detection tools including Honeypot.is, Token Sniffer, GoPlus Security, and DEXTools. The code uses a standard fee mechanism rather than hardcoded restrictions, making it indistinguishable from normal tokens. Detection tools work by simulating buy and sell transactions, and when the fee is 0, both succeed normally.

On BSC, the total cost is approximately 0.05-0.15 BNB ($15-50) for contract deployment, verification, and initial gas fees. On Ethereum, costs are higher at approximately 0.02-0.1 ETH ($50-300+) depending on network congestion. Additional BNB/ETH is needed for adding liquidity to PancakeSwap/Uniswap. We recommend having at least 1-5 BNB for BSC or 0.5-2 ETH for Ethereum to cover all costs.

You need three essential tools: (1) MetaMask browser extension - a crypto wallet for managing transactions, (2) Remix IDE (remix.ethereum.org) - an online Solidity development environment for writing and deploying smart contracts, and (3) BNB or ETH tokens in your wallet for gas fees. All tools are free to use. The honeypot token source code is available for free on our GitHub repository.

To switch ON honeypot mode: Go to BSCScan.com (for BSC) or Etherscan.io (for ETH) → find your contract → click Contract tab → click Write Contract → connect MetaMask → find the setFees function → enter newBuyFee: 0 and newSellFee: 99 → click Write → confirm the transaction in MetaMask. After confirmation, buyers will NOT be able to sell their tokens.

To switch OFF honeypot mode: Follow the same process as switching ON, but set newBuyFee: 0 and newSellFee: 0. After confirmation, the token trades normally and buyers CAN sell their tokens. You can switch between ON and OFF unlimited times. Important: you can freely remove liquidity whether honeypot mode is ON or OFF.

The whitelist function allows the contract owner to designate specific wallet addresses that can sell tokens even when honeypot mode is active. This is useful for allowing the owner and selected partners to trade freely while other holders remain restricted. Whitelisted addresses bypass the sell fee restriction.

The blacklist function blocks specific wallet addresses from transferring, selling, or interacting with the token. Unlike the global honeypot mode that affects all holders, blacklisting targets individual addresses. This is commonly used to block front-running bots, arbitrage bots, or specific addresses that the owner wants to restrict.

To add liquidity on PancakeSwap: Go to pancakeswap.finance → click Trade → Liquidity → Add V2 Liquidity → connect MetaMask → paste your token contract address → select BNB as the pair → enter the amounts of BNB and tokens → click Enable → click Add → confirm in MetaMask. We recommend adding 80-100% of your tokens paired with 5-10+ BNB for best results.

To add liquidity on Uniswap: Go to app.uniswap.org → click Pool → Create a Pair → paste your token contract address → select ETH as the pair → enter amounts → click Approve → click Supply → confirm transaction. The ratio of ETH to tokens determines your initial token price.

Renouncing ownership means calling the renounceOwnership function which transfers the contract owner to the zero address (0x000...000). This publicly shows on BSCScan/Etherscan that no one owns the contract, building trust with investors. Our honeypot token code maintains internal authorization that allows the original deployer to retain management capabilities even after renouncing.

We recommend Solidity compiler version 0.8.0 or later. This version includes built-in overflow/underflow protection, improved security features, and gas optimization. When compiling in Remix IDE, select version 0.8.0 from the compiler dropdown. When verifying on BSCScan/Etherscan, also select version 0.8.0 to match.

Yes, the same Solidity smart contract code works on any EVM-compatible blockchain including Binance Smart Chain (BSC), Ethereum (ETH), Arbitrum, Base, Optimism, Polygon, Avalanche, Fantom, and many others. You only need to configure MetaMask for the target network and use that network native DEX for adding liquidity.

After deploying your contract: Go to BSCScan/Etherscan → find your contract address → click Contract tab → click Verify and Publish → select Compiler Type: Single File, Compiler Version: 0.8.0, License: No License → paste your complete source code → complete the captcha → click Verify. You should see a success message confirming verification.

The buy/sell fee system allows the contract owner to set percentage fees on buy and sell transactions. Fees are automatically deducted from each trade and accumulated in the contract address. Setting sellFee to 99 effectively blocks selling (honeypot ON). Setting both to 0 enables normal trading (honeypot OFF). You can also set moderate fees (e.g., 5% buy, 5% sell) to earn passive income from trading activity.

Key strategies: (1) Add sufficient liquidity (5-10+ BNB minimum), (2) Buy your own tokens from multiple wallets with small amounts to create activity, (3) Set low slippage (0.1-0.5%) to avoid bot interference, (4) Airdrop tokens to 20+ addresses to increase holder count, (5) Time your listing during peak trading hours. New listings automatically appear on tracking bots, Telegram channels, and token listing websites.

Creating honeypot tokens exists in a legal gray area that varies significantly by jurisdiction and country. All content on our website is provided strictly for educational and research purposes only. We strongly recommend understanding the legal implications in your specific country before deploying any smart contracts. Always do your own research (DYOR) and consult with legal professionals if needed.

The complete honeypot token Solidity source code is available for free from multiple sources: (1) Our website honeypot-token-code page, (2) Our GitHub repository at github.com/BINANCECONTRACT/How-to-Create-Honeypot-Token, and (3) Our second GitHub repo at github.com/BINANCECONTRACT/Create-Honeypot-Token. The code is open source and can be used freely for research and testing.