Since the Comics Code was introduced decades ago, the powerful messaging of comics has been controlled.
Even today, comics and creators that don’t fit within modern societal ideals are canceled, deplatformed, funds are withheld from crowd-funding, and more.
Our mission is to let creators tell their stories, without censorship. And blockchain is the technology that makes this possible.
How Blockchain Works
Blockchain runs separate from any banking system and does not need approval from banks or ecommerce merchants. Anyone in the world can use an exchange, like Coinbase or Transak, to purchase cryptocurrency. This currency becomes a simple transaction between two people, no bank or middleman involved.
The transaction is recorded on the blockchain and is essentially immutable (meaning it can’t be altered or hacked).
Benefits of Blockchain
By publishing your comic on the blockchain, you are making it digitally collectible. As the buyer of a blockchain comic, you can collect or resell your comics.
Every time a comic is resold, the original creator earns royalties from the resale.
Creators can publish what they want, without fear of being censored.
The Downside of Blockchain
This is still a new technology, and it can be hard to understand and trust.
Blockchain books must be purchased using cryptocurrency. Collectors must purchase cryptocurrency through an exchange, such as Coinbase or Transak. Learn more about this process here.
We are working hard to simplify this process. As more industries use blockchain, and more people make purchases with cryptocurrency, this tech will continue to grow.
Help us bring change to the comic book industry and support indie creators.
Have more questions about blockchain publishing and cryptocurrency? Ask us anything.
Try something new. No censorship, just great comics.
Frequently Asked Questions
General
Do I need to own Cryptocurrency to use CryptoComics
You do not need to own cryptocurrency to join the community and interact with other members. Joining and having a profile in the social community will always be free. To purchase digital collectible comics and art, you may need to purchase cryptocurrency and set up a Wallet. Some books are free to borrow and do not require any currency.
Why is it called CryptoComics
"Crypto" is derived from the encryption techniques which are used to secure the network. We use blockchain, which is an organizational method for ensuring the integrity of transactional data, to verify the authenticity of each issue published, and to track the sales and resales of each issue. This technology is what makes it possible to turn digital books into collectible books, or "collectible digital assets" as the industry likes to call them. The CryptoComics Marketplace uses the StacksNET blockchain to mint and track all digital collectible NFTs.
What is CryptoComics
CryptoComics is an online social community and marketplace that sells digital collectible comics books. Authors and Publishers of comic books / graphic novels can upload their books or create a book using the tools provided, and sell the book to members of the community. Community members can buy books using cryptocurrency, collect digital books, or choose to resell used digital books to other members in the community.
I need help. Can I talk to someone from CryptoComics?
Send your questions or concerns to support@cryptocomics.com and a member of our team will get back to you. You can also use the support form found in your dashboard to send a message to our team.
Account
How do I join?
Joining is free. To join, you will need to provide a name, email for account recovery, username, and birthdate (which is required for social communities to protect minors). Visit the Signup Page to join now.
Do I need to download anything?
No. The CryptoComics Marketplace is an online marketplace. You can engage, read, and buy books through your browser. You will need to have internet access to log into your profile. If you purchase a comic, you may be able to download a PDF of that comic, at the creator's discretion. In the future, you may be able to download the App.
What device can I use to log in to my account?
You should be able to log into your account from any computer or mobile device that has internet access. Just visit the Login page from your device's browser.
I can't remember my username or password. How can I reset it?
If you forgot your username or your password, click the "Forgot Your Password" link at the bottom of the log in screen. Follow the instructions to either reset your password or find your username / email. If you are still having trouble, you can contact us for help: https://cryptocomics.com/contact or by emailing support@cryptocomics.com.
What browsers can I use?
You can access the CryptoComics Marketplace from any browser. You can participate in the community from the browser of your choice. Books are currently free to borrow, and can be read online through any browser using the online reader.
How do I set up my profile?
As a member of CryptoComics, you have the ability to set up a personal profile. That profile can be seen publicly by other members and may be available through searches and to non-members.
There are several ways to set up your profile.
Go to your Dashboard and use the drop down in the top right corner of your navigation bar to select "Account Settings".
You can also click on the My Account card in your Dashboard to view your profile and edit it from the profile screen.
How do I edit my Avatar and Background Image
You can edit your Avatar and Background image from your account settings. You should only choose images you have permission to use to avoid copyright claims. Images will be automatically resized to fit the space.
Image types supported: .jpg, .png
You can also add or edit your Avatar (also called Personal Image) and Background image directly from your profile page by using the icons.
Why Doesn't My Social Media or Other Information Show In My Profile?
You are able to fill out some information in your account settings that is currently not visible on our profile. This information may be added later as the CryptoComics team adds new features to your profile.
Publishing
What does it cost to publish (mint) my comic?
Uploading and publishing comic books for borrowing is free. Currently, publishing (minting) a comic on the Polygon blockchain is free for users - this cost is covered by CryptoComics Marketplace.
How do I earn money from my comics?
Creators and publishers make royalties from the books they have uploaded and sell in the Marketplace.
When a comic book is resold, the original creator will make royalties from that and any subsequent sales. All earnings are kept in your CryptoComics wallet until you choose to withdraw your earnings. You can view your earnings by logging into your account and selecting "Sales Reports" under the Wallets tab.
We will not edit or change comics in the Marketplace in any way. We may flag comics that have errors or do not meet community standards and request the creator or publisher update those comics. Comics in violation of laws or CryptoComics Terms and Conditions may be removed from the Marketplace.
Will you ever delete my comic?
We reserve the right to remove any comic if the content is illegal or violates community standards. If your comic is particularly graphic (containing nudity) and you make it available for inappropriate age groups, we may change the age rating to Adult. Frequent mislabeling of comics may result in account warnings or removal.
Due to the nature of blockchain publishing, comics cannot be removed from the Marketplace once they are minted and validated on the blockchain. The content can be blocked from viewers, however, if it violates any laws or terms.
Will my comic be available for the international market?
Yes, all comics on the Marketplace are available internationally to CryptoComics users. Some nations might have laws preventing access to the marketplace.
What can I publish on CryptoComics
Any digital content can be uploaded and sold through the Marketplace. This includes comics, graphic novels, art, novels, and audiovisual content. If you own the publishing rights to the comics, names, and storylines in your comics, then you are free to upload your comics, art, or novels into the Marketplace.
You MAY NOT upload any content that you do not own the rights to. Uploading or selling content you do not own the rights may result in the termination of your account.
Who can publish content?
Anyone with an account can publish their creations in the Marketplace. Having an account is free. You can create an account by visiting the Sign Up Page.
Purchasing on Polygon
What is the dApp?
The dApp stands for “Decentralized Application”. This is the blockchain or open ledger where all transactions and ownership records are processed and stored. The dApp is found at polygon.cryptocomics.com. All new comic “mints” and resales are processed and recorded by the dApp, or decentralized application. This is the software that tracks ownership, royalties, and other details of your books and art.
Currently, you will only need to use the dApp to withdraw funds from your CryptoComics Wallet, and send your digital collectible comics to an exterior wallet.
What currency do I need to make a purchase?
Right now, all books and art are purchased using POL, a cryptocurrency that runs on the Polygon blockchain. More ways to purchase will be added over time.
What is POL, and how do I get POL?
POL is the currency used with the Polygon blockchain. You’ll need to purchase POL and have some in your connected wallet, or send it to your CryptoComics Wallet, to buy comics and art in the CryptoComics Marketplace.
To purchase POL, you’ll need to use a currency exchange such as Coinbase, Kraken, Binance, Crypto.com, or Robinhood. Once you’ve purchased POL, you can send it to your CryptoComics Wallet or use your browser wallet (such as MetaMask) to buy comics or art in the Marketplace.
How do I purchase a comic?
When logged in, visit your Wallet [ Login > Wallets > My Custodial Wallet] to see your CryptoComics Wallet Address.
You can send currency from an exchange other Wallet to this wallet address.
Once you have funds in your Wallet, you can purchase a comic by selecting the Purchase button the comics listing page.
You can also elect to use a browser Wallet, such as MetaMask, to make a purchase.
How do I read my comic after I’ve purchased it?
After you've completed a purchase of your comic, it will appear in your Collection. Depending on the network, it may take several seconds to several minutes for the book or art to appear in your collection.
If you need help or have questions, please contact support@cryptocomics.com.
Sales
How do I make my comic into a Digital Collectible?
After creating an account at CryptoComics.com, use the Publish tab to start setting up your comic or art book. The publishing wizard will walk you through the process of uploading your comic, art, or novel. Once it is published, it will be approved by our team, and become available in the Marketplace for users to purchase as an Digital Collectible.
If you have a specific date you'd like to publish, we will do our best to work with you but cannot guarantee publication by a certain date. Contact us at support@cryptocomics.com.
Can I sell things besides comics on CryptoComics?
Yes, you can sell any digital item such as art, novels, comics, audio books, trading cards, or graphic novels in the Marketplace. You can also add audiovisual features such as soundtracks, videos, commentary, or animation to your book.
Where can I see what sales I’ve made?
In your Dashboard, you can see a summary of recent sales. Go to Wallets in the navigation bar, then select "Sales Reports".
For more details or to withdraw your earnings from sales, you will need to log into the dApp and navigate to the Holdings tab. Here, you can withdraw your earnings. On the sales page, you will see a button that says View Crypto Holdings. This will take you to the dApp where you can withdraw eligible earnings.
How do I withdraw my royalties or sales earnings?
To withdraw your earnings, you will need to navigate to the dApp from your sales reports page by clicking on the View Holdings button in the top right of the page.
In the dApp, you will see any earnings you’ve made from royalties or other sales. Click the Withdraw button. Here you can choose where to send your funds.
Be careful to only send funds to an address that you own! Sending funds to the wrong address could result in the permanent loss of those funds.
You can send to your wallet in any currency exchange such as Coinbase or Robinhood that supports POL to cash out in the currency of your choice (such as USD). You can also send your earnings to any other Wallet that supports POL in other marketplaces, or store it in your browser wallet.
Do I need to own Cryptocurrency to join CryptoComics?
You can join, participate in the community, and publish books without owning any cryptocurrency. To buy comics or withdraw your earnings, you will need to have a Wallet set up.
Still have questions? Email support@cryptocomics.com and a member of our team will get back to you.
