What is Uniswap?

Uniswap is a decentralized exchange (DEX), or more precisely, an automated market maker (AMM).

Any ERC-20 tokens can be listed and traded on Uniswap. A unique smart contract is created for each trading pair, through which all operations are conducted.

To add your token to the Uniswap platform, you will need to create a liquidity pool for your token, which involves providing both the token you want to add and an equivalent amount of another cryptocurrency, usually Ethereum (ETH). 

Here are step-by-step instructions on how to add your token to Uniswap:

Note: Before you proceed, ensure that your token is compatible with the Ethereum blockchain, as Uniswap operates on the Ethereum network.

Step 1: Go to the app.uniswap.org/swap

Step 2: Connect Your Wallet

Click on the "Connect to a Wallet" button and connect your wallet to Uniswap. Ensure it's the wallet where you have your tokens.

Step 3: Add Liquidity

After approving your token, go to the "Pool" tab and click the "Add Liquidity" button.

Select version

Uniswap V2 (Most popular):

1. Operates on a constant product model.
2. Requires liquidity providers to deposit equal values of both tokens in a pair.
3. Offers limited fee customization options.

Uniswap V3:

1. Introduces concentrated liquidity, allowing providers to specify a price range.
2. Provides multiple fee tiers for more flexible fee earning options.
3. Allows for active position management and increased capital efficiency.
4. Utilizes dynamic fee calculation based on the chosen price range, potentially resulting in optimized fee earnings.

In the Uniswap interface, choose the token pair you want to create a liquidity pool for. You will be adding your token and another token (usually ETH). Click on the "Select a token" button and enter your token's contract address or symbol.

Deposit Your Tokens

Select your token in the first input field and the other token (usually ETH) in the second input field. Enter the amount of each token you want to add to the liquidity pool.

Step 4: Approve the Token

If your token has never been used on Uniswap before, you'll need to approve it for trading. Click the "Unlock" or "Approve" button and confirm the transaction in your wallet. This transaction may require a small amount of ETH to cover gas fees.

Step 5: Review and Confirm

Review the details of your transaction, including the share of the pool you'll receive (LP tokens), and confirm the transaction in your wallet.

Transaction сonfirmation: Wait for the transaction to be confirmed on the Ethereum network. Once confirmed, you will receive LP tokens representing your share of the liquidity pool.

Using the example of MetaMask. It may be different in other wallets.

Your Token is Listed

Congratulations! Your token is now part of a Uniswap liquidity pool. Users can trade your token on Uniswap by swapping it with the other token you added to the pool.

Remember that providing liquidity comes with certain risks, including impermanent loss and exposure to the volatile cryptocurrency market. Make sure you understand these risks and are comfortable with them before adding liquidity to Uniswap. Additionally, this process may require some ETH for gas fees, so ensure your wallet is adequately funded.