Getting Started with Solana
Understand how to set up and use wallets like Phantom and Solflare to store SOL and interact with Solana applications.
A Solana wallet lets you hold SOL and tokens, sign transactions, and connect to dApps. Popular choices include Phantom and Solflare. Advanced users may also consider web-based or hardware options.
Install the Phantom browser extension or mobile app. Create a new wallet, securely back up your recovery phrase, and set a strong password. You can later fund the wallet with SOL from an exchange or on-ramp.
Solflare is available as a browser extension, mobile app, and web app. Create a wallet, write down your recovery phrase, and enable additional security features such as biometric unlock (mobile) where available.
Never share your recovery phrase. Store it offline in multiple safe locations. Consider a hardware wallet (e.g., Ledger) for long-term holdings and connect it to Phantom or Solflare for additional protection.
With your wallet ready, you can start moving SOL on-chain. Next up: Sending and Receiving Solana—learn how to copy addresses safely, send test transactions, and verify confirmations in an explorer.