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How to Buy Solana (SOL)
Buying Solana takes five steps: choose an exchange, open an account, deposit funds, buy, and store it safely. Before you start, see the current Solana price and What is Solana?.
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Steps to buy Solana
Choose an exchange
Pick an exchange with a spot market, such as those in the table below. Compare exchanges on volume, fees, security and access from your country.
Open an account and verify your identity
Sign up with your email and phone. Centralized exchanges require identity verification (KYC) before trading. Turn on two-factor authentication (2FA).
Deposit funds
Fund your account by bank transfer or by sending a stablecoin such as USDT from another wallet.
Buy Solana
Open the pair of Solana and your payment currency (for example USDT). Use a market order to buy at once or a limit order to buy at your price; enter the amount and confirm.
Store it safely
If you plan to hold Solana, withdraw it to a wallet you control. A hardware wallet is the safest option; never store or share your recovery phrase online.
Which exchanges list Solana?
| Exchange | Market | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Bybit | Spot | Visit exchange |
| Binance | Spot | Visit exchange |
Some of the exchanges with a spot market for SOL. Futures and perpetual markets do not deliver the coin itself.
Buying Solana: FAQ
Where can I buy Solana?
Solana is bought on centralized exchanges with a spot market, such as those in the table on this page.
What is the minimum amount to buy Solana?
Exchanges let you buy a fraction of a coin; the floor is the exchange's minimum order size, shown on the order screen.
How do I store Solana safely?
For long-term holding a hardware wallet is the safest option. If you keep it on an exchange, turn on 2FA and use a strong password; keep your recovery phrase offline.