Burn Solana Tokens
Permanently reduce token supply via non-custodial wallet signing (SPL & Token-2022).
How Token Burning Works
Burning uses the SPL Token (or Token-2022) BurnChecked instruction. This reduces your token account balance and permanently decreases the mint's total supply on-chain.
Token burns are commonly used to increase scarcity, demonstrate long-term commitment, or manage tokenomics.
⚠️ Transfer ≠ Burn
Sending tokens to a "dead" or null address does not reduce the mint supply. Only an on-chain Burn / BurnChecked instruction reduces the mint supply.
💡 Test on Devnet
Use Devnet mode to test the burn process safely before using real tokens on Mainnet.
Important Notes
- Burned tokens are permanently destroyed and supply is reduced
- You can only burn from token accounts you control (owner/delegate)
- This action is irreversible and cannot be undone
- No mint authority required to burn from your own account
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Frequently Asked Questions
When you burn tokens, the SPL Token (or Token-2022) BurnChecked instruction executes on-chain. This permanently reduces your token account balance and decreases the mint's total supply. The tokens are destroyed, not transferred to another address.
They are not the same:
- Burning: Uses the SPL Token
BurnCheckedinstruction, which properly reduces the mint's total supply on-chain. - Transferring to a "dead" address: Does NOT reduce supply — those tokens still exist in an inaccessible account. The total supply remains unchanged.
Only the Burn instruction correctly decreases the token's circulating and total supply.
Token burning is a powerful economic tool. Key reasons include:
- Increasing Scarcity: Reducing supply makes remaining tokens more scarce, potentially increasing value.
- Deflationary Economics: Creates deflationary pressure attractive to long-term holders.
- Signaling Trust: Publicly destroying tokens (e.g., from a team allocation) demonstrates long-term commitment.
- Supply Correction: Permanently fix an oversupply or adjust tokenomics post-launch.
Yes. Switch to Devnet mode to test the burn process safely with test tokens. Devnet is separate from Mainnet, so you need Devnet versions of your token — Mainnet tokens cannot be used on Devnet. After testing, switch to Mainnet to destroy real tokens.
No. Token burning is final and irreversible.
Once the BurnChecked instruction executes, the tokens are permanently destroyed and the supply is reduced. No one, including the original creator, can recover burned tokens. Proceed with caution.
You can only burn tokens from token accounts you control (as owner or delegate). Mint authority is not required to burn from your own account. This is different from minting, which requires specific Mint Authority.
Learn How to Burn Solana Tokens
The Solana Token Burner by DEXArea is a simple, no-code tool designed to permanently destroy tokens and remove them from circulation using the SPL Token BurnChecked instruction.
Whether you're reducing supply, correcting errors, or cleaning up leftover test tokens, this tool makes the process straightforward and secure for both SPL and Token-2022 tokens.
With support for custom burn amounts and full wallet integration, token holders and creators can destroy tokens directly from their connected wallet on Solana's fast, low-cost blockchain.
Why Reduce Token Supply? Key Benefits
Permanently reduce the total supply in any amount to increase scarcity and potentially support token value.
Remove error tokens or clean up test tokens from your wallet with just a few clicks.
Support deflationary tokenomics by decreasing the circulating supply over time.
How It Works: Step-by-Step
Start by connecting your Solana wallet. Select the token you want to burn, enter the amount, and confirm the transaction in your wallet.
The burn instruction executes on-chain, reducing your token account balance and the mint's total supply permanently. This works on both Mainnet and Devnet.
After burning, you can continue managing your token: mint new tokens, distribute to multiple addresses, or snapshot token holders. Need a token first? Use our token creator.