> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.aspis.finance/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.aspis.finance/step-by-step-guids/for-managers/manual-fund/creating-a-manual-fund.md).
# Creating a Manual Fund
Raise capital and monetize expertise
**Step 1: Access the Vault Creation Tool**
a. Navigate to the **‘Create Vault’** section on [Aspis V2](https://v2.aspis.finance/) and choose **Manual Fund**.
b. Fill in the **Vault name, token name, and description**.
c. (Optional) Add an **icon, select chains**, and include links to your **Twitter and website**.
d. Click **Next**.
**Step 2: Set Up Fees**
a.**Entrance Fee** – A percentage deducted from each deposit.
b. **Fund Management Fee** – A percentage of the **average AUM (Assets Under Management)** over a year, deducted upon withdrawal.
c. **Performance Fee** – A percentage of the **profits**, deducted upon withdrawal.
d. Adjust fee parameters or leave them as default, then click **Next**.
**Step 3: Configure Deposit Parameters**
a. Set **deposit limits** (minimum/maximum amounts).
b. Choose **assets available for deposit**.
c. Enable **private vault mode** (restrict access to selected wallets).
d. Define the **deposit lock-up period** (time before withdrawals are allowed).
e. Click **Next**.
**Step 4: Define Policies**
a. Select **protocols** the Vault can interact with (e.g., trading, lending, liquidity provision).
b. Choose **allowed trading assets** or enable unrestricted trading.
c. Set the **initial price per smartcoin** (determines the number of smartcoins issued per deposit).
d. Click **Next**.
**Step 5: Deploy & Launch**
a. Review all Vault settings.
b. Confirm and **deploy your smart contract** on-chain.
c. Share your **Vault link** with investors.
