Start Here Your first step to surviving Pump.fun
New to memecoins? New to Pump.fun? New to getting rugged?
You’re in the right place. We’ll show you exactly where to start.
Hey there. If you’re reading this, you’re probably new to Pump.fun — or maybe you’ve already lost money and want to figure out what went wrong. Either way, you’re in the right place.
We built this site because 98% of tokens on Pump.fun are scams, and nobody tells you that when you start. We lost money so you don’t have to. Here’s exactly how to navigate this site and actually learn something.
Pick your path below, or just follow the steps in order.
Choose Your Path
Not sure what you need? Pick the one that sounds like you.
I want to learn
Start with the basics. How Pump.fun works, what the risks are, and how to trade without getting wrecked.
Start here if you’re brand new
I want to check a token
Already have a token in mind? Search our scam database to see if it’s been reported as a rug.
Start here if you’re about to buy
I want to test myself
Take our quizzes to find out if you’re the exit liquidity, what trader type you are, and more.
Start here if you’re curious
Step-by-Step: Your First Week
Follow these steps in order. Each one builds on the last.
Understand the Basics
Learn what Pump.fun actually is, how bonding curves work, and why 98% of tokens are scams.
Secure Your Wallet
Set up burner wallets, learn to revoke approvals, and protect yourself from drainers.
Take the Quizzes
Find out if you’re exit liquidity and learn your trader personality before you lose money.
Learn to Spot Rugs
Understand wallet concentration, holder distribution, and the red flags that scream “scam.”
Check Before You Buy
Always run tokens through our scam database and verification tools before aping in.
Join the Community
Connect with other traders who’ve been through it. No shills, just help.
Quick Start: Essential Resources
Don’t have time for the full guide? Bookmark these:
The Pump.fun Bible
The complete guide
Scam Database
1,247+ scams exposed
Exit Liquidity Quiz
Are you the exit?
Wallet Security
Protect your funds
Concentration Guide
Spot rugs early
Holder Rule Guide
The 2% rule
⚠️ The One Thing You MUST Know
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98% of tokens on Pump.fun are scams
This isn’t fear-mongering. It’s just math. Out of 451,939 tokens launched in October, only 2,767 graduated to Raydium. That’s a 0.61% success rate.
Most tokens will rug. Most traders will lose money. The goal isn’t to win every trade — it’s to survive long enough to learn.
Red Flags to Watch For:
- One wallet holding more than 2% of supply
- Top 10 holders combined over 15-20%
- Fresh wallets created right before launch
- No social media or community presence
- Honeypot contracts (you can buy but not sell)
- Dev wallet with minting authority still active
📚 All Resources at a Glance
Everything we’ve built, organized by category.
📖 Learn
The Bible
Complete guide
Launch Checklist
For creators
Holder Rule
2% rule explained
Concentration
Spot rugs
Wallet Security
Protect funds
Slang Glossary
Speak the language
🛡️ Check
Scam Database
1,247+ scams
Monthly Stats
Graduation rates
Methodology
How we verify
Submit a Scam
Report a rug
🎯 Play
Exit Liquidity
50K+ taken
Trader Type
Find your style
$100M+ Club
Are you late?
Group Success
Is your circle safe?
Bill Money
Are you gambling?
⚠️ Warnings
👥 Join the Community
Telegram Group
1,200+ traders sharing alpha, warning each other about scams, and actually helping.
Still have questions? We’ve all been there. Contact us and we’ll help you out.