Can You Mine Solana?
You cannot mine Solana. It uses proof of stake, where validators and stakers secure the network instead of miners.
Non-custodial · One signature · Metaplex metadata + IPFS · Deployed on mainnet
Staking instead of mining
SOL holders can delegate SOL to validators through wallet apps and receive a variable share of network rewards. Running a validator requires powerful hardware and SOL for voting fees.
Mining scams
Apps or websites selling “Solana mining” or “cloud mining” contracts are a common scam because SOL cannot be mined. This page is educational and is not financial or investment advice. Crypto prices are volatile and you can lose money.
Learn more about the Solana network.
Step-by-step
Step 1. Choose a wallet
With staking built in.
Step 2. Pick a validator
Check commission and uptime.
Step 3. Delegate SOL
Your SOL stays yours.
Step 4. Mind the lock-up
Warm-up and cool-down periods.
Start your token here
Type a name and ticker — we'll carry them straight into the creator. No wallet needed yet.
Frequently asked questions
Is Solana mineable?
No. It uses proof of stake.
What replaces mining?
Validators and staking.
Are Solana mining apps real?
No. Since SOL can't be mined, these are scams.
How do I earn staking rewards?
Delegate SOL to a validator in your wallet app.
Keep reading
- → What Is Solana?
- → How Much Is $1 of Solana?
- → What If I Invested $1000 in Solana 5 Years Ago?
- → Is Solana a Good Investment?
- → Solana Crypto (SOL) Explained
- → Solana Trading Explained
- → Solana Company — Who's Behind Solana?
- → Who Owns Solana?
- → The Solana Network Explained
- → What Is Solana Used For?
- → Solana vs Ethereum
- → Does Solana have an app?
- → $100 creator giveaway
- → How to earn SOL
- → SolanaForge referral program
- → Open the Solana token creator
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Connect your wallet, fill the form, sign once. Your token is live on mainnet with on-chain metadata, a real logo, and optional authority revokes.