How to Pin a CID: A Step-by-Step Guide

Introduction

Pinning a CID on the IPFS network means keeping your file (or data) available on the network regardless of its original source. With Filebase, you can easily do this by “pinning” the file using its unique content identifier (CID). Follow these steps to get started.

Step 1: Create an Account on Filebase

Visit Filebase:
Open your web browser and go to the Filebase website.

Sign Up:
Click the “Sign Up” or “Get Started” button to register for an account. Fill in the required details such as your email, username, and password.

Verify Your Account:
Check your email for a confirmation message and follow the link provided to verify your new account.

Step 2: Locate Your CIDs

Gather Your CIDs:
In your collection, you should have two CIDs:
- One CID for your images.
- One CID for your metadata.

Make a Note:
Write down or copy these CIDs so you can easily use them in the next step.

Step 3: Pin Your CIDs on Filebase

Log In to Filebase:
Once your account is set up, log in to access your dashboard.

Start the Pinning Process:
Look for the “Upload” button on your dashboard. Click on it to start pinning a CID.

Select the CID Option:
Instead of uploading a file from your computer, choose the option to “pin by CID” (or similar wording).

Paste Your CID:
Paste the first CID (for your images) into the provided field and confirm the upload/pin.

Repeat for the Second CID:
Follow the same process to pin your metadata CID.

Conclusion

By completing these steps, you will have successfully pinned your image and metadata CIDs on Filebase, ensuring that your content stays available on the decentralized IPFS network. If you encounter any issues or need further assistance, check out Filebase's support resources or contact their customer service.

Happy pinning!

Updated on: 18/03/2025