NFT Profit Calculator
Quickly calculate the profit or loss from an NFT sale based on the purchase and sale prices.
Enter the price you paid when you bought the NFT and the price you received when you sold it. The calculator will show your net profit or loss (before any fees or taxes). Ensure consistent currency units.
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Understanding NFT Profit and Loss
Calculating the basic profit or loss from an NFT trade is simple: it's the difference between the selling price and the buying price.
Profit/Loss = Selling Price - Buying Price
If the result is positive, you made a profit. If it's negative, you incurred a loss. This basic calculation doesn't include platform fees (like marketplace fees, gas fees) or taxes, which can significantly impact your final net profit.
NFT Profit/Loss Examples
See how different scenarios affect the outcome:
Example 1: Simple Profit
Scenario: You bought an NFT for 0.1 ETH and sold it for 0.3 ETH.
Calculation: Selling Price (0.3) - Buying Price (0.1) = 0.2 ETH
Result: Profit of 0.2 ETH.
Example 2: Simple Loss
Scenario: You bought an NFT for 1 ETH and sold it for 0.8 ETH.
Calculation: Selling Price (0.8) - Buying Price (1) = -0.2 ETH
Result: Loss of 0.2 ETH.
Example 3: Break-Even
Scenario: You bought an NFT for $500 and sold it for $500.
Calculation: Selling Price (500) - Buying Price (500) = $0
Result: Neither profit nor loss (break-even).
Example 4: Profit with Higher Values
Scenario: You bought an NFT for 5 WETH and sold it for 7.5 WETH.
Calculation: Selling Price (7.5) - Buying Price (5) = 2.5 WETH
Result: Profit of 2.5 WETH.
Example 5: Loss with Higher Values
Scenario: You bought an NFT for $10,000 and sold it for $7,500.
Calculation: Selling Price (7500) - Buying Price (10000) = -$2,500
Result: Loss of $2,500.
Example 6: Using Decimal Values (Profit)
Scenario: You bought an NFT for 0.05 ETH and sold it for 0.065 ETH.
Calculation: Selling Price (0.065) - Buying Price (0.05) = 0.015 ETH
Result: Profit of 0.015 ETH.
Example 7: Using Decimal Values (Loss)
Scenario: You bought an NFT for 0.8 ETH and sold it for 0.72 ETH.
Calculation: Selling Price (0.72) - Buying Price (0.8) = -0.08 ETH
Result: Loss of 0.08 ETH.
Example 8: Significant Profit
Scenario: You minted an NFT (Buying Price = 0, neglecting gas/platform costs for this basic example) and sold it for 2 SOL.
Calculation: Selling Price (2) - Buying Price (0) = 2 SOL
Result: Profit of 2 SOL.
Example 9: Significant Loss
Scenario: You bought an NFT for 500 MATIC and sold it for 100 MATIC.
Calculation: Selling Price (100) - Buying Price (500) = -400 MATIC
Result: Loss of 400 MATIC.
Example 10: Different Currency Symbols
Scenario: You bought an NFT for 100 USDC and sold it for 130 USDC.
Calculation: Selling Price (130) - Buying Price (100) = 30 USDC
Result: Profit of 30 USDC.
Frequently Asked Questions about NFT Profit
1. How is NFT profit calculated?
Basic profit is calculated as the Selling Price minus the Buying Price. This calculator uses this simple method.
2. Does this calculator include fees or gas costs?
No, this calculator provides the basic profit/loss based only on the transaction prices. Real-world profit is lower due to marketplace fees, creator royalties, and network (gas) fees.
3. What does a negative result mean?
A negative result indicates a loss. The amount shown is how much you lost on the trade (excluding fees and taxes).
4. What does a result of zero mean?
A result of zero means you broke even on the trade based on the buying and selling prices. You neither made a profit nor incurred a loss (again, before considering fees).
5. Should I use the same currency/token for both inputs?
Yes, it is crucial to use the same currency or token (e.g., ETH, USD, SOL) for both the buying price and the selling price to get an accurate profit/loss calculation in that unit.
6. Can I enter values in different currencies?
You can, but the result will be meaningless. For example, entering $100 as the buying price and 1 ETH as the selling price won't give you a valid profit number unless you first convert one value to the other's currency at the time of the transaction.
7. What if I received royalties from resales?
This calculator only considers the initial buy and sell prices. Royalties are income generated from subsequent sales and are not included in this basic calculation.
8. How do taxes affect my profit?
Taxes (like capital gains tax) are a significant factor in actual net profit and are not included in this calculator. Tax rules vary by location, and you should consult a tax professional.
9. What if the buying price was free (e.g., airdrop)?
If you acquired an NFT for free, you can enter 0 as the buying price to see the full selling price as the potential profit (before fees/taxes).
10. How can I calculate net profit including fees?
To calculate net profit, you would need to subtract all associated costs (buying price + all fees/gas paid when buying + all fees/royalties/gas paid when selling) from the final selling price. This calculator is designed for the simple price difference.
