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What is a Solana Wallet?
A Solana wallet is a digital tool that allows you to store and manage Solana-based assets, authorize transactions, and sign messages for verification. Unlike physical wallets, crypto wallets don't actually store your cryptocurrencies - they store the private keys needed to access and control your assets on the blockchain.
What Do Solana Wallets Do?
- Store private keys securely
- Enable sending and receiving SOL and SPL tokens
- Interact with Solana dApps and NFT marketplaces
- Stake SOL for passive rewards
- Sign messages/user verification
Solana Wallets
Here are some common Solana wallets for you to explore:
Phantom
A crypto wallet reimagined for DeFi & NFTs. Phantom is a multichain wallet helps you explore web3, use apps, and buy, store, and trade crypto and NFTs across Solana, Ethereum, and Polygon.
Solflare
Solflare was the first Solana wallet ever. Buy, store, swap tokens & NFTs and access Solana DeFi from web or mobile.
Backpack
Backpack Wallet is an all-in-one web3 app that functions as a self-custodial wallet, allowing users to buy, hold, sell, and transfer cryptocurrencies.
Additional Resources
- Solana.com Wallet Finder: comprehensive list of wallets of various types
- Guide: Overview of Web3 Wallets
- Guide: Overview to Wallet Security
- Guide: Overview of Custodial vs. Non-custodial Wallets
- Guide: Utilize Metamask on Solana