Time Lock

Lock tokens securely with customizable unlock dates. Protect your community and prevent early access with trustless, on-chain time locks.

Time Lock is one of the most fundamental mechanisms for establishing trust and transparency in token-based projects. It works by locking tokens into a smart contract for a set period, during which they cannot be accessed, traded, or withdrawn.

How It Works

When tokens are sent to a Time Lock smart contract, they are held securely until the predefined unlock date and time. The sender sets this schedule, customizing the exact moment the tokens will become available again. Once locked, these tokens are completely inaccessible—even to the sender—until the time expires.

Key Features

🕒 Custom Unlock Time

Choose any specific date and time for the lock to end.

🛡️ Fully Decentralized

Only the sender controls the lock — no third party or admin can intervene.

🌐 Blockchain Agnostic

Fully compatible with over 15 EVM-compatible blockchains and Solana.

🔍 Publicly Verifiable

Locks are visible on blockchain explorers and CryptoHub’s dashboard.

✅ Security Audited

All contracts are professionally audited to ensure a safe expirience.

🖼️ NFT Ownership

Each lock generates an NFT key, representing ownership of the lock.

Use Cases

💰 Investor Protection

Prevents early investors or team members from dumping tokens immediately after launch.

🔒 Liquidity Assurance

Shows commitment by locking LP tokens, giving traders and users confidence in the market.

🏦 Treasury Management

Lock team or treasury tokens to prevent misuse and align incentives over time.

How to Set Up a Time Lock

1. Go to your CryptoHub Dashboard

2. Select "Time Lock"

3. Choose the blockchain and token type (e.g., ERC-20, LP Token)

4. Enter the amount to lock

5. Set the unlock date and time

6. Confirm and pay the gas fee

Once created, your lock will be publicly visible and verifiable through the blockchain explorer and the CryptoHub interface.

Why Time Locking Matters

• Increases project credibility

• Prevents rug pulls

• Enforces transparency

• Signals long-term commitment

Example: A project is preparing for its public token launch. To build trust, the team decides to time-lock 30% of the token supply for 12 months.

Result: Investors feel more confident, knowing the team can’t dump tokens early — improving the likelihood of long-term success.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens after the lock expires?

The tokens become available for withdrawal by the lock owner (wallet holding the NFT).

Can I modify or cancel a Time Lock?

No. Once a lock is created, its conditions (amount, unlock time) cannot be changed.

What if I lose my wallet or NFT?

Like any blockchain-based asset, losing access to the wallet or NFT key means losing access to the locked tokens.

Can I lock tokens for someone else?

Yes, but they will need to receive the lock NFT in their wallet to access the tokens after unlock.