Best Solana wallets
To use Solana you need a Solana-native wallet — not MetaMask. The most popular are Phantom, Solflare and Backpack, all free, fast and beginner-friendly.
Why you need a Solana wallet
Solana is not EVM-compatible, so Ethereum wallets do not work. A Solana wallet stores your SOL and SPL tokens, connects to dApps, and signs transactions. You control it via a seed phrase.
Phantom
The most popular Solana wallet — a clean browser extension and mobile app with built-in swaps and NFT support. It works directly with our Solana token creator on desktop and mobile.
Solflare
A trusted Solana-native wallet (extension + mobile) with staking and hardware-wallet support. A great alternative to Phantom.
Backpack & others
- Backpack — a modern wallet popular with newer Solana users.
- Ledger — hardware wallet support via Phantom/Solflare for cold storage.
Security tips
- Never share your seed phrase.
- Store it offline.
- Beware fake wallet sites — bookmark the real ones.
- Use a hardware wallet for larger holdings.
See our full security guide.
What to look for in a Solana wallet
The best Solana wallet for you depends on what you are doing, but a few things matter for everyone. It must support Solana, give you self-custody (you hold the keys, not a company), and let you connect to Solana apps and DEXs. For larger holdings, a hardware wallet that keeps your keys offline is the gold standard. Above all, whatever Solana wallet you choose, you must back up your seed phrase offline and never share it — that one habit prevents most crypto losses. For the full picture, see crypto wallets explained.
Your Solana wallet is your key to creating a token
A Solana wallet is not just for holding and trading — it is also what you use to create a token. Launching a token on Solana is a transaction your wallet signs, and the token’s ownership is tied to your wallet address. With a non-custodial Solana wallet set up, you can connect it to a no-code creator and create your own Solana token in minutes, keeping full ownership the whole way.
No code, non-custodial, live in minutes. You keep full ownership.
Create a tokenFrequently asked questions
Can I use MetaMask on Solana?
No. MetaMask is for EVM chains. For Solana use Phantom, Solflare or Backpack.
Which wallet is best for creating a Solana token?
Phantom is the easiest and works seamlessly with our Solana creator on both desktop and mobile.
Are Solana wallets free?
Yes — Phantom, Solflare and Backpack are all free. You only pay tiny network fees when you transact.
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