Where & how to lend Solana (SOL)

Introduction

Lending Solana can be a great option for those who want to hold SOL but earn yield. The steps can be a little daunting, especially the first time you do them. That’s why we’ve put this guide together for you.

Step-by-step

1. 1. Obtain Solana (SOL) tokens

   In order to lend Solana, you need to have it. To obtain Solana, you’ll need to purchase it. You can choose from these popular exchanges.

   Platform	Coin	Price
   Nexo	Solana (SOL)	$152.83
   Uphold	Solana (SOL)	$152.91
   Wirex	Solana (SOL)	$154.08
   EarnPark	Solana (SOL)	$152.74
   Klink	Solana (SOL)	$153.16

   See all 24 prices

2. 2. Choose a Solana lender

   Once you have SOL, you’ll need to choose a Solana lending platform to lend your tokens. You can see some options here.

   Platform	Coin	Interest rate
   Nexo	Solana (SOL)	Up to 8% APY
   Wirex	Solana (SOL)	Up to 5.5% APY
   EarnPark	Solana (SOL)	Up to 8% APY
   Kucoin	Solana (SOL)	Up to 0.1% APY
   Bybit	Solana (SOL)	Up to 4% APY

   See all 14 lending rates

3. 3. Lend your Solana

   Once you’ve chosen a platform to lending your Solana, transfer your Solana into your wallet in the lending platform. Once it’s deposited, it will start earning interest. Some platforms pay interest daily, while others are weekly, or monthly.

4. 4. Earn interest

   Now all you need to do is sit back while your crypto earns interest. The more you deposit, the more interest you can earn. Try to make sure your lending platform pays compounding interest to maximise your returns.

What to be aware of

Lending your crypto can be risky. Make sure you do your research before depositing your crypto. Don’t lend more than you’re willing to lose. Check their lending practices, reviews, and how they secure your cryptocurrency.