SPL Token vs Token-2022. Which Should You Use for Your Solana Project?
Solana has two token standards: classic SPL Token and the newer Token-2022 (Token Extensions). Choosing the wrong one can limit your project. Here's how to decide in 5 minutes.
Use SPL Token if...
- Launching a meme coin
- Simple fixed-supply token
- Maximum wallet compatibility
- Listing on all DEXes from day one
Use Token-2022 if...
- Need transfer tax (revenue stream)
- Want freeze/blacklist controls
- Building DeFi or utility token
- Compliance or regulated project
Feature Comparison
| Feature | SPL Token | Token-2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Transfer tax | ❌ No | Yes |
| Freeze authority | Yes | Yes |
| Confidential transfers | ❌ No | Yes |
| Permanent delegate | ❌ No | Yes |
| Wallet compatibility | Universal | ⚠️ Growing (Phantom, Solflare ) |
| DEX support | All | Raydium, Jupiter, Orca |
| Metadata | Metaplex | On-chain native |
| Deploy cost | ~0.02 SOL | ~0.03 SOL |
Token-2022 Extensions
Transfer Fee
Automatically collect a % on every transfer. Revenue streams to your treasury wallet. Perfect for utility tokens.
Freeze Authority
Pause specific wallet accounts from sending or receiving your token. Essential for compliance-focused projects.
Permanent Delegate
Assign a delegate that can always transfer or burn from any holder. Used for NFT-style burns and protocol mechanics.
Non-Transferable
Soulbound tokens: cannot be transferred after minting. Ideal for credentials, badges, identity tokens.
Not sure which to choose? SolCraft's AI Advisor recommends the right standard based on your project goals.
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