Guides

Written guides for readers who prefer to learn at their own pace

Browse our library of educational articles. Each guide is written for readers new to Solana and reviewed periodically for accuracy.

1 February 2026

A curated list of educational tools for observing the network, practising on devnet, and tracking validators.

22 January 2026

Understand the types of applications built on Solana and what questions to ask before using any of them.

14 January 2026

Staking lets you earn rewards by supporting validators — but lock-ups, slashing, and commission rates all matter.

8 January 2026

Validators process transactions and maintain the ledger. Learn how they are chosen, rewarded, and held accountable.

15 December 2025

From fake airdrops to approving unknown transactions, here are the pitfalls we see most often in education sessions.

10 December 2025

Your seed phrase is the master key to your funds. This guide covers secure creation, storage, and recovery practices.

3 December 2025

Browser extensions, mobile apps, and hardware devices each store your keys differently. Learn which fits your situation.

22 November 2025

A quick-reference glossary covering the terms you will encounter most often when learning about Solana.

18 November 2025

Understand the journey of a Solana transaction from your wallet to final confirmation on the ledger.

12 November 2025

Solana is a public blockchain designed for fast, low-cost transactions. This guide explains the basics without assuming prior crypto knowledge.