Emre Yumlu 
In the cryptocurrency market, the highest returns are usually captured before projects reach the masses, that is, before they are listed on exchanges. For those who want to relive the 1000x gains experienced by early investors who bought Bitcoin in 2010 and Ethereum in 2014 at $0.31, “presale”, TGE and launchpad opportunities remain one of the most effective methods.
In this article, we explain in detail how you can safely buy coins that are currently in presale as of 2025, where to buy them, which platforms you should follow, and what you need to pay attention to.
What is a Presale Coin and Why is it Important?
Presale is the period when a crypto project offers its tokens to a limited number of investors at a lower price before public exchange listing. Through this method, the project raises development capital while early investors maximize their gains from the demand explosion that occurs after listing.
However, keep in mind: Early-stage investments carry high return potential but also equally high risk. The vast majority of projects fail. Therefore, only invest an amount you can afford to lose.
The 5 Most Reliable Ways to Buy Presale Coins
1. Participating in Presale Through the Official Project Website
Nowadays, most new projects organize their presale directly on their own websites.
How to do it?
- Visit the project’s official website (double-check the URL – fake sites are very common!)
- Connect a Web3 wallet such as MetaMask, Trust Wallet, or Best Wallet
- Make the payment with the requested coin such as ETH, BNB, or USDT
- After the transaction is confirmed, tokens are usually reflected in your wallet according to the vesting (lock-up) schedule
Attention: Be sure to check when the tokens will be unlocked (claim). In some projects, manual claiming is required. Click here for MetaMask setup guide.
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2.Trusted Launchpad Platforms
Some projects conduct sales on well-known launchpads instead of their own sites. These platforms reduce the risk of scams to some extent by pre-vetting projects.
Popular launchpads to follow (2025):
- Binance Launchpad (IEO)
- CoinList
- DAO Maker
- Seedify
- Polkastarter
- GameFi
- Red Kite
- TrustSwap
Binance Launchpad is still the most prestigious, but allocation is limited and holding BNB is usually required.
3.IDO (Initial DEX Offering) Platforms
These are the first sales conducted on decentralized exchanges. They generally offer a fairer distribution.
Leading IDO platforms:
- Uniswap and similar launchpad structures
- PancakeSwap (BSC)
- Raydium (Solana)
- SushiSwap
To participate in IDOs, you may need to stake the native token of the relevant chain (e.g., BNB, SOL) or win a whitelist spot.
4.Whitelist and Airdrop Opportunities
Some projects open a whitelist before the sale. Those who get on the whitelist can buy at a lower price or with guaranteed allocation.
Ways to win a whitelist:
- Be active in the project’s Discord/Telegram channels
- Complete social media tasks
- Use the testnet
- Register early
Airdrops offer a chance to get tokens completely free, though usually in small amounts.
5.Following “Upcoming Listings” Announcements of Major Exchanges
Exchanges like Binance, Bybit, MEXC, Gate.io, and KuCoin announce new coins in advance. If you act quickly at the listing moment, it can still be considered early.
Tip: Check the exchanges’ “Upcoming Listings” or “New Listings” pages daily.
Best Sources to Follow for Presales and Launchpads in 2025
- CryptoRank.io → Upcoming IDO/IEO calendar
- CoinMarketCap → “Recently Added” and “Upcoming” sections
- CoinGecko → “New Cryptocurrencies”
- Launchpad.list – All launchpad calendars in one place
- Twitter (X) → #presale #IDO #launchpad hashtags and trusted accounts
- Telegram channels → “Crypto Launchpad Announcements”, “IDO Alerts”
Must-Check Before Investing!
- Is the team transparent? Do they have LinkedIn profiles?
- Has the smart contract passed an independent audit? (CertiK, Hacken, PeckShield)
- Is the tokenomics healthy? (Supply distribution, vesting periods)
- Is the community active? Real users or bots?
- Is the roadmap realistic? Is there a delivered product?
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In 2025, hundreds of projects are still raising millions of dollars in the presale phase. With the right research and timing, catching the next 100x project early is possible. However, never forget: There is no such thing as “guaranteed return” in the cryptocurrency market. Every presale is a gamble. Only play with money you can afford to lose and avoid emotional decisions.
If you don’t want to miss presale opportunities, add the platforms and sources above to your calendar. The early bird catches the worm – but the one who enters without research usually loses.
*This content is definitely not investment advice.
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