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What are NFTs?

NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens) are a type of digital asset that are stored on a blockchain network and represent unique items or pieces of content. NFTs are typically used to represent things like artwork, music, videos, or other types of creative works, as they allow creators to verify and authenticate the ownership and provenance of their creations.

On the Near Protocol, NFTs are created and managed through smart contracts that are stored on the blockchain. These contracts define the rules and logic for how the NFTs are created, transferred, and managed.

To create an NFT on the Near Protocol, you would first need to create a smart contract that defines the NFT's properties and behaviors. This contract would typically include things like the NFT's name, description, image, and any other relevant metadata.

Once the NFT contract is deployed to the blockchain, you can then use it to mint new NFTs. To mint an NFT, you would typically need to provide some sort of payment, such as Near tokens, in exchange for the new NFT.

Once the NFT is minted, it can be transferred and traded just like any other asset on the blockchain. The unique properties of NFTs, such as their provenance and authenticity, make them particularly valuable for creators and collectors of digital content.

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Minting NFTs

Ownership verification

Wallet integration