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Where to buy Solana (SOL) in 2026
Solana (SOL) is listed for spot trading on OKX, Binance, Bitget, Bybit, Gate, MEXC, HTX and Kraken. The most common pair is SOL/USDT, available on 8 of them. 8 of them also offer a SOL perpetual contract.
nexu888SOL price
$110.83+1.04% 24h
- Market cap rank
- #7
- Market cap
- $65.3B
Snapshot 2026-10-13 · 11:20 SGT
Exchanges that list SOL
Pairs and contracts come from each exchange's public market list, checked 2026-10-13.
| Exchange | Spot pairs | Perpetual | Spot fee (maker / taker) | Deposit networks | Sign up |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OKX |
| USDT perp | 0.08% / 0.10% | See the deposit page | Code nexu888Open OKX |
| Binance |
| USDT · USDC perp | 0.10% / 0.10% | See the deposit page | Code 11350287Open Binance |
| Bitget |
| USDT · USDC perp | 0.10% / 0.10% | SOL | Code nexu888Open Bitget.com |
| Bybit |
| USDT · USDC perp | 0.10% / 0.10% | See the deposit page | Code 48553Open Bybit |
| Gate |
| USDT perp | 0.10% / 0.10% | SOL | Code nexubestOpen Gate |
| MEXC |
| USDT · USDC · USD perp | Not yet checked | See the deposit page | Code 4BRheOpen MEXC |
| HTX |
| USDT perp | Not yet checked | SOLANA | Code nexu888Open HTX |
| Kraken |
| USD perp | 0.40% / 0.80% | See the deposit page | Code 7f97gkqwOpen Kraken |
What is Solana?
Solana (SOL) is the native coin of the Solana blockchain, which went live in 2020 and is designed for high throughput and low fees. SOL pays transaction fees and is staked to validators that secure the network through proof of stake. A timekeeping technique called Proof of History helps order transactions, and Solana hosts many DeFi, NFT and payment apps.
- Category
- Layer 1
- Rank
- #7
- Token networks
- Own blockchain
How to buy Solana step by step
Pick an exchange that lists SOL
Use the table above: OKX lists SOL/USDT. Open the official site from our link so you land on the real domain.
Create the account and verify your ID
Sign up with email or phone, then finish identity verification (KYC). It usually takes a few minutes.
Add funds
Buy USDT with a card or local payment method, or transfer USDT from another account. Pick the same network on both sides before you send.
Lesson: First deposit pathsLesson: Checklist before a transfer
Place a spot order for SOL
Open SOL/USDT in the spot market. A market order fills now at the best price; a limit order waits for your price.
Decide where to keep it
Leave SOL on the exchange for trading, or withdraw it to your own wallet on a network the wallet supports.
Latest on Solana (SOL)
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Solana questions
Where can I buy Solana (SOL)?
Solana is listed on OKX, Binance, Bitget, Bybit, Gate, MEXC, HTX and Kraken. The most common pair is SOL/USDT.
What is Solana?
Solana (SOL) is the native coin of the Solana blockchain, which went live in 2020 and is designed for high throughput and low fees. SOL pays transaction fees and is staked to validators that secure the network through proof of stake. A timekeeping technique called Proof of History helps order transactions, and Solana hosts many DeFi, NFT and payment apps.
Can I trade SOL perpetual futures?
Yes. OKX, Binance, Bitget, Bybit, Gate, MEXC, HTX and Kraken offer a SOL perpetual contract. Perpetuals use leverage and can be liquidated, so learn margin first.
Which network should I use to deposit SOL?
Use a network both sides support. Bitget accepts SOL deposits on SOL. Send a small test amount first.
What does it cost to buy SOL?
Spot trading fees for a regular account: OKX 0.08% / 0.10%, Binance 0.10% / 0.10% and Bitget 0.10% / 0.10%. Card purchases and withdrawals cost extra, shown on the exchange before you confirm.