Integration Grants Application '24: Picfry

#1

Name of the Project: Picfry

1. Problem Statement and Proposed Solution: In the Conflux eSpace ecosystem, non-technical users and developers face challenges creating tokens due to the need for coding expertise. Picfry solves this by providing a no-code platform (https://picfry.com/cfx) where anyone can create tokens on Conflux eSpace through a simple form, launched on April 10, 2025.

2. Alignment with Conflux Network: Picfry supports Conflux eSpace’s EVM-compatible environment (Chain ID 1030, RPC https://evm.confluxrpc.com), making token creation accessible and encouraging broader user participation in the ecosystem. https://picfry.com/cfx

Benefit to Conflux Ecosystem: Picfry enables developers and creators to easily build tokens on Conflux eSpace, fostering a diverse ecosystem by supporting tokenization for DeFi, NFTs, and community projects, which encourages more developers to build on Conflux.

Economic Benefit: Picfry charges a $50 fee per token creation (in CFX, as mentioned earlier), contributing to on-chain transactions and asset growth as users deploy tokens for various projects.
Competitive Edge: Unlike other token creation tools, Picfry supports 40+ EVM chains, including Conflux eSpace, with a user-friendly interface and secure contracts, making it uniquely accessible and scalable.

Links to the projects webpage, DApp, socials and chat groups:
Website: https://picfry.com
Conflux-specific: https://picfry.com/conflux

Conflux eSpace Grant Recipient Wallet Address: 0x0F226cb4C21ccb23396ffB2a332A0359d504eBC8

Are You an Incorporated Startup?: No

Technical Introduction
Functional Goals and Development Reasons: Picfry enables no-code token creation on Conflux eSpace, addressing the challenge of complex tokenization by allowing users to deploy tokens through a simple form, driven by the need to onboard non-technical users to Conflux.

Existing Solutions and Feasibility: Few no-code token creation tools exist for Conflux eSpace, and those that do often lack multi-chain support or ease of use. Picfry’s feasibility is proven by its live deployment on 40+ EVM chains.

Purpose of the System: To make token creation on Conflux eSpace accessible to users without coding skills.

Scope of the System: Covers token creation on Conflux eSpace with a form-based interface, including token listings and basic management features.

Objectives and Success Criteria: Enable token creation for non-technical users on Conflux eSpace, increasing user adoption and transaction volume.

Definitions/Acronyms: EVM (Ethereum Virtual Machine), CFX (Conflux’s native token).

References: None.

Technical Proposal
Functional Overview: Picfry allows users to input token details (e.g., name, symbol, supply) via a form, which deploys a token on Conflux eSpace, handling wallet integration and fee collection ($50 in CFX).

Core Aspects and Elements:
A user-facing form for token creation.
Wallet integration for transaction execution on Conflux eSpace (Chain ID 1030).
Fee collection mechanism for sustainability.

Legal/Licensing Aspects: No specific licensing applies; the platform operates under standard blockchain open-source principles.

Non-Functional Overview:
Usability: Simple form-based interface, requiring no coding knowledge, with clear instructions.

Reliability: Contracts are secure and tested; an external audit will be conducted as we raised funding.

Performance: Deploys tokens quickly on Conflux eSpace, leveraging its high transaction speed.
Implementation: Hosted online with support for Conflux eSpace’s EVM compatibility.

User Interface: A clean interface with a form, wallet connect button, and transaction status display.

Total Budget
Grant Size: $20,000-$100,000, flexible based on Conflux’s program goals.
Justification:

Marketing ($50,000): Community outreach and visibility campaigns to attract users to Conflux eSpace, focusing on increasing adoption and awareness.

Stability ($10,000): Server costs, contract audits, and operational expenses to ensure a reliable platform.

Future Integrations ($40,000): Funding for upcoming integrations to enhance Picfry’s functionality on Conflux eSpace.

Development Roadmap
Timeline and Milestones: As we have raised funding, we will implement more features on Conflux eSpace in the coming future to enhance Picfry’s functionality and user adoption, focusing on marketing, stability, and future integrations.

Requested Funding per Milestone: The $20,000-$100,000 will support ongoing efforts in marketing ($50,000), stability ($10,000), and future integrations ($40,000).

Specification of Software/Deliverable: The current platform (https://picfry.com/cfx) enables no-code token creation, with further enhancements planned as funding allows.

Team
Name: Mohsin Khan
Roles and Responsibilities: Solo developer, managing all aspects—development, marketing, and community engagement.

Relevant Experience: 9+ years in web and blockchain development since 2016.

GitHub Repos: Sorry our code is not an open source.

Social Media Handles: n/a

Terms of Use
I agree to all of the following terms of use in applying to a Conflux Ecosystem Grant:

I have read and understood the Conflux Grants Ecosystem Overview.

I have read about and understood that the Conflux Technical Grants are subject to a No-Sale rule.

I agree to provide KYC information to the Conflux Foundation for the sake of overall ecosystem security.

I understand that I will be required to follow public grant reporting requirements.

#2

Hi Picfry team,

Thank you for submitting your application and for building a no-code token creation tool on Conflux eSpace-this is a valuable addition to our ecosystem!

To help the committee and community better assess your proposal, could you please clarify a few points:

  1. Budget Breakdown: Can you provide a more detailed breakdown of how the requested grant funds (especially at the higher range) would be allocated? For example, what specific milestones or deliverables would each funding tranche support?

  2. Security & Audits: Have any of your contracts been audited, or do you have plans and a timeline for a third-party audit? Sharing any audit reports or plans would help.

  3. User & Community Stats: Could you share some data on current usage or traction on Conflux eSpace (e.g., number of tokens created, active users)? Also, do you have any public channels (social media, Discord, etc.) where users can get support or follow updates?

  4. Team & Transparency: As a solo developer, how do you plan to handle ongoing maintenance and support? Would you consider open-sourcing part of the codebase or increasing transparency in other ways?

Looking forward to your response and to seeing how Picfry can help grow the Conflux ecosystem!

Best regards,

Máté
Head of Grant

#3

Hi Máté and the Conflux Grant Committee,

Thank you for your feedback and for recognizing the potential of Picfry as a no-code token creation tool for Conflux eSpace. I appreciate the opportunity to clarify your questions and provide additional context to support my grant application. I’d also like to share that, in alignment with Conflux’s open-source ethos, I have open-sourced Picfry’s codebase and applied for a separate grant to support its open-source version. Below, I address your points and provide relevant updates.

Budget Breakdown
The requested grant ranges from $20,000 to $100,000, with funds allocated to specific milestones to enhance Picfry’s impact on Conflux eSpace. Here’s the breakdown:

Marketing ($50,000): As a solo developer, I currently lack funds for marketing and rely entirely on organic traffic. This budget will fund community outreach, such as Twitter and Discord campaigns and Conflux community AMAs, aiming to onboard 500+ users creating tokens within 6 months.

Stability ($10,000): Covers Vercel hosting for 99.5% uptime and basic security testing for the token deployment process via MetaMask. Deliverables include a stable platform with zero downtime and a security review report by Q3 2025.

Future Integrations ($40,000): Supports iterative improvements to Picfry, such as enhanced wallet compatibility or user interface upgrades. Milestones include releasing v1.1 with one improvement by month 4 and v1.2 with further enhancements by month 6, targeting 100+ token creations.

If approved at the lower end ($20,000), I’ll prioritize stability ($10,000) and limited marketing ($10,000) to bootstrap organic growth. The higher range enables broader outreach and faster development, driving eSpace adoption.

Security & Audits
Picfry does not deploy smart contracts directly; users input token details via a form, and MetaMask handles the ERC-20 token deployment on Conflux eSpace using standard EVM-compatible templates. No audits have been conducted yet, as I lack the funds to commission one.

User & Community Stats
Since launching on April 10, 2025, Picfry (https://picfry.com/cfx) has not yet recorded any token creations on Conflux eSpace, as I’ve been unable to invest in marketing or free promotional efforts due to time and funding constraints. The platform relies on organic traffic, with approximately 100 unique visitors but no active token deployments. The interface supports fast token creation (under 15 seconds via MetaMask), and I anticipate traction with grant-funded marketing.

Team & Transparency
As a solo developer with 9+ years of web and blockchain development experience since 2016, I handle Picfry’s development, maintenance, and community engagement. To ensure sustainability, I’ve open-sourced Picfry’s codebase at https://github.com/BayHatter/Conflux-eSpace-CFX-Token-Creation-Tool-Without-Coding, enabling community contributions and aligning with Conflux’s open-source priorities.

Open-Source Grant Application
I’ve also applied for a Technical Grant for the open-source version of this tool, titled “Conflux eSpace CFX Token Creation Tool Without Coding” (Integration Grants Application '24: Conflux eSpace CFX Token Creation Tool Without Coding). This grant focuses on lifetime maintenance and community-driven development of the open-source codebase, which is free for all users. Picfry, as a commercial platform charging $50 per token creation, drives immediate transactions, while the open-source tool fosters long-term developer engagement. I respectfully request the committee’s support for both projects, as they synergize to grow Conflux eSpace: Picfry accelerates user adoption, and the open-source tool builds a robust developer ecosystem.

Thank you for your consideration.

I look forward to contributing to the ecosystem with both Picfry and the open-source tool!

Best regards,
Mohsin Khan
Picfry Team