Learn Solana

This is your starting point to get up to speed in all-things-Solana.

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Solana Basics

These guides will take you through the very basic definitions and key concepts to understand what Solana is.

Crypto for Beginners
The fundamentals of cryptocurrency, blockchain, wallets, and exchanges.
How to Set Up a Crypto Wallet
The first thing you’ll need is a crypto wallet. We’ll show you how to get set up in a couple easy steps.
The Solana Ecosystem
Learn what you can do on the Solana network today with this broad overview of the Solana ecosystem of products.
Crypto Security Essentials
Learn how to keep your assets safe: a must-read before you begin trading crypto and engaging with web3.
How to Buy and Trade Crypto
Get equipped with the right wallets and exchanges for you, and brush up on security practices.
Getting Started with Decentralized Finance
Learn everything you can do with DeFi on Solana today, and get all the tools you’ll need to succeed.
Stablecoins Explained
Cryptocurrencies that maintain a stable value like USDC are a trader’s best friend.
How to Stake SOL
Staking is an essential part of participating in web3. It’s easy to do and a great way to earn passive income.
How Airdrops Work
A great way to earn, an airdrop is when a web3 project drops crypto directly into the wallets of its user communities.
What are Memecoins?
Memecoins are cryptocurrencies inspired by internet memes, and represent the fun side of crypto.
How to Swap Tokens on Solana
A step-by-step guide that outlines the simplest way to exchange crypto on Solana
NFTs Explained
NFTs — or Non-Fungible Tokens — are a unique type of digital asset that has taken the world by storm.
Web3 Gaming on Solana
Explore the future of gaming, where players own their assets and earn real value from their gameplay.
DePIN on Solana
Understand the future of decentralized infrastructure: from data rendering to cellular networks.
Cross-Chain Bridging 101
Find out how Solana connects with other blockchains for seamless asset transfers
What are Solana Validators?
The backbone of Solana's ecosystem, validators process, secure, and govern the network while earning rewards.
An Intermediate Guide to DeFi
Dive deeper into Solana's DeFi ecosystem by exploring more advanced strategies.
Lending and Borrowing with Crypto
Explore Solana's top lending and borrowing protocols and the unique features