> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.anoncoin.it/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.anoncoin.it/creating-a-coin/dev-buy.md).

# Dev Buy

## What Is a Dev Buy?

A **dev buy** is an initial purchase of your own coin that happens **before the coin goes live** on the bonding curve. It allows creators to show early conviction in their own project.

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## How It Works

1. During the coin creation process, you'll see the option to make a dev buy
2. Enter the **SOL amount** you want to spend
3. An **estimated number of coins** you'll receive is displayed
4. The final amount may vary slightly based on bonding curve mechanics
5. The dev buy is executed when the coin launches

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## Visibility & Transparency

Dev buys are **fully transparent**:

* ✅ The transaction is visible **on-chain**
* ✅ It's labeled as a **dev buy** on the coin page
* ✅ The community can see exactly how much the creator purchased

This transparency helps build trust - holders can see that the creator purchased their own coin.

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For a comparison between dev buys and auto buybacks, see [Auto Dev Buys](/platform-mechanics/auto-dev-buys.md).

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