# Token issuance

The process of token issuance can also be classified as the distribution of tokens or the process of putting them into circulation. There are two basic ways a user can issue tokens on the platform:

1. Issue coins manually _(you manually issue (transfer) coins to the accounts of other users)_
2. [Create a crowdfunding campaign](../crowdfunding-campaigns/crowdfunding-campaign-creation) _(you create your token sale, in which other users on the platform will have an opportunity_ _to invest)_

_**Note:** at this stage, the token should already be_ [_created_](token-creation) _and_ [_pre-issued_](token-pre-issuance)_._

### Manual issuance <a href="#manual-issuance" id="manual-issuance"></a>

This process implies that a user manually issues their tokens to the accounts of other users.

**When does it make sense?** It depends on the business logic. Sometimes you don’t need tokens for raising funds via token sales. Instead, you can create your token and use it for the reconciliation of payments for your business/company. In such case, you would ask your clients/employees to register on the platform, so that you could transfer your custom tokens to their accounts.

### Step-by-step <a href="#step-by-step" id="step-by-step"></a>

Step 1. In the navigation bar, go to **Create issuance**\
Step 2. In the **Asset** box, select the asset you want to issue\
Step 3. In the **Amount** box, enter the amount of coins to issue\
Step 4. In the **Email** box, type the email of a receiver _(the email under which the account was registered. **Note:** be sure that the account you want to transfer token to actually exists on the platform)_\
Step 5. In the **Reference** box, type a description of the transfer\
Step 6. Click **issue**
