What is Total supply? (memecoin term explained)
Total supply is every token that exists for a project (minus any burned), whether circulating, locked, or vesting. It anchors FDV.
Definition: Total supply
Total supply is every token that exists for a project (minus any burned), whether circulating, locked, or vesting. It anchors FDV.
Key idea — Total supply, against circulating supply, reveals how much dilution is still coming — the difference between a coin's today and its eventual reality.
Why it matters to memecoin traders
Total supply, against circulating supply, reveals how much dilution is still coming — the difference between a coin's today and its eventual reality.
Key things to know about total supply
- FDV = total supply × price.
- Many pure memecoins fix total supply at launch (often 1B).
- A live mint authority means total supply can still grow.
- Burned tokens are subtracted from total supply.
- Compare to circulating to spot locked/vesting overhang.
Total supply FAQ
Is total supply something beginners need to understand?
Yes — Total supply, against circulating supply, reveals how much dilution is still coming — the difference between a coin's today and its eventual reality.
Where do I see total supply in practice?
FDV = total supply × price. Many pure memecoins fix total supply at launch (often 1B).
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