Solana tokens use the SPL Token program or the newer Token-2022 (Token Extensions) program, and early liquidity typically forms in Raydium, Orca, or Meteora pools, with most retail flow routed through the Jupiter aggregator. Low fees allow frequent re-ranging of concentrated positions. Traders and reviewers routinely check whether the token’s mint authority and freeze authority have been revoked or are controlled responsibly; Coinbase lists Solana among networks supported for expedited listings.
Key takeaways
- Check and disclose your mint authority and freeze authority status; traders look at them first.
- Token-2022 extensions (transfer fees, hooks, confidential transfers) can complicate exchange and wallet support; confirm before you use them.
- Low fees make active concentrated liquidity practical.
- Launches attract snipers and bundlers; plan pool creation and initial liquidity carefully.
Token standards
| Standard | What to know |
|---|---|
| SPL Token (original program) | Widest support across wallets, DEXs, and exchanges |
| Token-2022 (Token Extensions) | Adds features such as transfer fees, metadata, hooks, and confidential transfers; check exchange support per extension |
Liquidity venues
- Raydium: constant-product and concentrated pools; common for launches.
- Orca: concentrated liquidity “Whirlpools”.
- Meteora: dynamic pools and liquidity-bin designs.
- Jupiter: the main aggregator; most retail swaps route through it.
Launch risks specific to Solana
- Sniping and bundled buys in the first blocks after pool creation.
- Fake tokens with the same name and ticker; publish your mint address everywhere.
- Authority settings that alarm traders if left active without explanation.
Moving to centralized exchanges
Confirm each exchange supports your token program and any extensions, coordinate deposit network names in your communications, and arrange a market maker that can quote both CEX pairs and, if needed, on-chain pools.
Frequently asked questions
Should we revoke mint and freeze authority on Solana?
Many projects revoke freeze authority and either revoke mint authority or move it to a multisig with a disclosed policy. An active freeze authority lets the holder freeze token accounts, which traders treat as a risk. The right choice depends on your tokenomics and legal advice.
Do exchanges support Token-2022 tokens?
Support varies by exchange and by which extensions you use. Some extensions, such as transfer fees or transfer hooks, need explicit handling. Confirm with each target exchange before choosing extensions.
Which Solana DEX should we launch on?
Raydium, Orca, and Meteora are common choices with different pool designs; Jupiter routes across them. Pick based on pool type, fee settings, and tooling, then make sure the pool is discoverable by aggregators.
Sources
- Coinbase: A Guide to the Digital Asset Listing Process at Coinbase (supported networks)
- Solana documentation: Tokens on Solana
Last reviewed 11 November 2026. Exchange and platform policies change; always confirm on the official page before acting.
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