Solana
Create SPL tokens and Metaplex NFTs on Solana with sub-cent transaction fees and instant finality.
Solana
Overview
Solana is a high-performance blockchain with sub-cent transaction fees and 400ms finality. ChainPortal supports SPL token creation, Metaplex NFT collections, and advanced features like airdrops, locking, and staking.
All Solana programs are built with the Anchor framework for safety and composability.
What You Can Create
| Asset | Standard | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Tokens | SPL Token | Fungible tokens with mint, burn, freeze authority |
| NFTs | Metaplex | NFT collections with metadata, royalties, and mint phases |
| Multi-Tokens | SPL Token + Metaplex | Multiple token types managed by a single program |
Features
- Token creation with configurable mint/freeze authority
- NFT collections via Metaplex standard
- Batch minting for collections
- Airdrop distribution
- Token locking with time-release
- Staking pools
- Referral tracking
- Transaction fees under $0.01
Wallets
- Phantom -- Most popular Solana wallet (recommended)
- Solflare -- Feature-rich alternative
- Backpack -- Multi-chain wallet with Solana support
Networks
Recommended for testing: Use Devnet -- it has the most reliable faucet and fastest response times. Get free SOL at solfaucet.com.
Getting Started
Install Phantom Wallet
Download and install Phantom from phantom.app. Solflare and Backpack are also supported.
Switch to Devnet
In Phantom settings, change the network to Devnet. This lets you test for free without real SOL.
Get Free Devnet SOL
Visit solfaucet.com or use the Solana CLI to airdrop free Devnet SOL to your wallet.
Connect and Create
Connect Phantom to ChainPortal and navigate to Solana > Tokens > Create to deploy your first SPL token.
External Resources
| Resource | URL |
|---|---|
| Solana Developer Docs | https://docs.solana.com |
| Anchor Framework Docs | https://www.anchor-lang.com |
| Metaplex Developer Docs | https://developers.metaplex.com |
| SPL Token Program | https://spl.solana.com/token |
| @solana/web3.js Reference | https://solana-labs.github.io/solana-web3.js |
| Solana Explorer | https://explorer.solana.com |
| Solscan | https://solscan.io |
| Devnet Faucet | https://solfaucet.com |
| Phantom Wallet | https://phantom.app |
| Solflare Wallet | https://solflare.com |