MRKT is a mini-application and bot in Telegram that allows you to buy a gift, sell a gift or participate in auctions without leaving the chat. Developer Tyler Durden created MRKT for instant trading of gifts for TON and Stars.
What is MRKT?
MRKT is a Telegram marketplace where all operations take place inside the WebApp: there are no external sites, all purchases and sales are carried out through the familiar interface of the @mrkt_bot bot or the MRKT mini-application in Telegram. Main features:
- Integration with Telegram WebApp API - chat trading;
- Support for payments in TON and Stars;
- Auctions and instant transactions (Buy Now);
- Filters by rarity, price and date of appearance;
- 0% hidden fees - TON network fee only.
Unique features of MRKT
Auctions
MRKT supports both instant purchases and timed auctions. This allows you to put gifts up for competition and get the best price.
Filters and sorting
Sort gifts by rarity, price, listing date or seller rating to quickly find what you need.
Stars & TON integration
Use both the usual Stars and the Toncoin cryptocurrency: choose a convenient payment method for each transaction.
Technical architecture
MRKT is built on a stack:
- Telegram WebApp API + Bot API - interface;
- JavaScript/React inside WebView - dynamic UI;
- Backend on Node.js with storage of the order book in the database;
- Integration with TON RPC - creation and verification of NFT transactions;
- TON Space SDK - for convenient withdrawal and payment of Toncoin.
Why choose MRKT?
- Trading without leaving Telegram;
- Instant auctions and convenient filters;
- Flexible payment methods - Stars and TON;
- No hidden fees;
- Transparent statistics and ratings of sellers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are my TON stored after the sale?
TON is automatically credited to your built-in MRKT wallet and is available for withdrawal to TON Space.
Do I need to pay gas for transactions?
The TON fee is paid separately when withdrawing a gift from MRKT - the standard network fee, about 0.02 TON.