How to Earn Solana

Discover proven ways to earn SOL through staking and DeFi opportunities in the Solana ecosystem.

Staking

13.0% AER

Earn passively by staking your SOL

Lending

12.0% AER

Earn passively by lending your SOL

Get Started: Buy Solana

Compare Solana prices across major exchanges

PlatformCoinPrice
NexoSolana (SOL)134.58
PrimeXBTSolana (SOL)134.09
UpholdSolana (SOL)134.13

Tips for buying Solana:

  • Compare prices across exchanges for the best offer
  • Think about setting up price alerts for optimal entry points
  • Transfer to a secure wallet after purchase for long-term holding
  • Begin with a small amount to familiarise yourself with the process

Popular Ways to Earn SOL

Explore different methods to earn Solana and choose what works best for you

Staking

Earn up to 13.0% APY by staking your SOL

PlatformCoinStaking rewards
UpholdSolana (SOL)Up to 5.8 AER
YouHodlerSolana (SOL)Up to 13 AER

Steps

  • 1.Choose a staking provider
  • 2.Lock your SOL in the staking contract
  • 3.Start earning staking rewards
  • 4.Monitor your earnings through the provider dashboard

Tips

  • Compare different providers to find the best rates
  • Consider the lock-up period before staking
  • Start with a small amount to test the service

Be Aware

  • Staked SOL might be locked for an extended period
  • Validator performance affects rewards
  • Risks of smart contracts

Lending

Earn up to 12.0% APY by lending your SOL

PlatformCoinInterest rate
NexoSolana (SOL)Up to 8 AER
YouHodlerSolana (SOL)Up to 12 AER
EarnParkSolana (SOL)Up to 7 AER

Steps

  • 1.Choose a lending platform
  • 2.Deposit your SOL into the lending pool
  • 3.Start earning interest straightaway
  • 4.Withdraw any time (subject to platform conditions)

Tips

  • Compare interest rates across platforms
  • Understand the platform’s security measures
  • Keep track of market conditions

Be Aware

  • Variable interest rates may vary
  • Security risks of the platform
  • Market volatility can impact returns

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Frequently Asked Questions About Earning Solana

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