SolanaForge Guides
Everything we wish we knew before launching our first Solana token. Mainnet only, updated 2026.
Solana vs Ethereum token creation cost in 2026 (real numbers)
Creating an ERC-20 on Ethereum vs an SPL token on Solana: gas, rent, fees, and total launch costs in 2026, with a head-to-head table.
Solana freeze authority: what it does and why holders care
The freeze authority can lock a holder's tokens in place. Here's what it means in practice, why revoking it is a must, and how to revoke it correctly.
How to airdrop Solana tokens to thousands of wallets cheaply
Airdropping SPL tokens to thousands of wallets without bankrupting yourself: ATA costs, batching, transaction limits, and the right tools in 2026.
How to get a green RugCheck score on your Solana token
RugCheck is the de facto risk score for Solana tokens. Here's exactly which signals matter, in priority order, and how to hit all of them at launch.
The Solana token launch checklist (15 items, in order)
A pre-launch, launch-day and post-launch checklist for Solana SPL tokens. Skip none of these if you want to be taken seriously by holders and aggregators.
How to burn Solana tokens (and prove the burn to holders)
Burning SPL tokens permanently removes them from supply. Here's how to do it from Phantom, how to read the burn on Solscan, and what NOT to do.
Solana token decimals: why almost everyone uses 9
Decimals on Solana aren't cosmetic — they change how supply is stored on-chain and how wallets display balances. Here's the right number to pick.
How to add a logo to your Solana token (so wallets show it)
Wallets, Solscan and Birdeye all read the same metadata URI for your token logo. Here's the exact format, size, and pinning flow that just works.
The cheapest way to add liquidity on Solana in 2026
Compared: Raydium CPMM, Meteora DLMM, Orca Whirlpools and Fluxbeam. Real lamport breakdowns of what it actually costs to seed a Solana liquidity pool.
Raydium CPMM vs AMM v4: which pool type should you launch with?
Raydium offers two pool types in 2026 — the new CPMM and the legacy AMM v4. Here's a plain-English comparison of fees, UX, and when to pick which.
Solana token not showing in Phantom? 6 fixes that actually work
Your new SPL token is on-chain but Phantom won't display it. Here are the six most common causes and how to fix each in under two minutes.
How to revoke mint authority with Phantom (2026)
Step-by-step guide to revoking the mint authority on a Solana SPL token using Phantom — what it costs, what changes onchain, and why holders care.
Solana Token Program Explained (SPL Token 101)
What the Solana SPL Token Program actually does, how mint accounts and ATAs work, and why understanding it makes launching tokens safer.
How to Add a Token to Your Phantom Wallet (2026)
Step-by-step guide to adding any Solana SPL token to your Phantom wallet — by mint address, from Solscan, or after receiving a transfer.
Best Solana Token Creators in 2026 (Compared)
Side-by-side honest comparison of the best Solana token creators in 2026: SolanaForge, Smithii, Coinfactory, Orion Tools, Pump.fun, and the spl-token CLI.
How to Create a Solana Meme Coin (2026 Playbook)
Step-by-step playbook to create a Solana meme coin in 2026: ticker rules, supply, revokes, Raydium liquidity, LP burn, and distribution.
How Much Does It Cost to Create a Solana Token?
Full 2026 cost breakdown for creating a Solana token: rent, network fees, platform fees, Raydium liquidity, and the hidden costs to watch out for.
How to Create a Solana Token in 2026 (No Code)
The clearest 2026 guide to creating a Solana token with no code: wallet setup, SPL mint, Metaplex metadata, authority revokes, and Raydium liquidity.
How to Create a Raydium CPMM Pool (2026 Guide)
Step-by-step guide to creating a Raydium CPMM liquidity pool for a freshly minted SPL token: pricing, slippage, fee tiers, and what to watch for.
Solana Token Metadata on IPFS: Pinata Guide
What Solana token metadata is, why hosting it on IPFS is the standard, and how Pinata pinning prevents your token's image and name from ever disappearing.
Solana Mainnet vs Devnet: Which Should You Use?
Why most 'free' Solana token launchpads only deploy to devnet (and what that means for you), plus how to verify your token is on real mainnet.
SPL Token vs Token-2022: Which Should You Use?
A practical comparison of Solana's classic SPL Token program and the newer Token-2022 (Token Extensions) standard — features, compatibility, and tradeoffs.
Revoke Mint Authority on Solana: What It Means
What revoking mint authority on a Solana SPL token actually does, when to do it, and how it impacts trust, holder confidence, and aggregator listings.
How to launch a Solana memecoin in 2026 (step-by-step)
A complete 2026 guide to launching a Solana memecoin: mint an SPL token, upload metadata to IPFS, revoke authorities, and seed liquidity on Raydium.