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Revoke Mint Authority on Solana Guide

Introduction

The DEXArea Solana Mint Authority Revoker lets you permanently remove the mint authority from SPL and Token-2022 tokens on Solana directly from your browser. This tool makes your token supply permanently fixed, enhancing transparency and building trust with users.

All actions are handled by your connected wallet and confirmed on-chain. Once mint authority is revoked, no new tokens can ever be minted, making this an irreversible decision that should be planned carefully as part of your token economics strategy.

1. What It Does

  • Permanently removes mint authority from your token
  • Makes the token supply fixed - no new tokens can be minted after revocation
  • Requires mint authority - you must own or have been delegated the mint authority for the token

2. Why Use DEXArea’s Mint Authority Revoker

  • Simple interface: No code required - just connect wallet, select token, confirm revocation
  • Universal support: Works with any SPL token or Token-2022 token where you have mint authority
  • Flat pricing: 0.05 SOL platform fee (plus network fees)

3. Quick Start

  1. Connect wallet containing the token’s mint authority
  2. Select the token you want to revoke mint authority from
  3. Confirm and sign the transaction in your wallet
  4. Mint authority is permanently revoked - the token supply becomes fixed

4. What You Need

  • Mint authority for the token you want to make non-mintable
  • SOL in your wallet for platform fee (0.05 SOL) + transaction fees

5. When to Use

  • Supply control: Lock in the final token supply for transparency and trust
  • Security hardening: Remove the ability to create new tokens after launch
  • Compliance requirements: Meet regulatory requirements for fixed-supply tokens
  • Final step in token setup: Complete your token’s supply configuration

6. Inputs

📸 Screenshot – Solana Mint Authority Revoker Interface

Mint Authority Revoker Interface

Mint Authority Revoker Interface

Required Fields

  • Token Selection: Choose from tokens where you have mint authority Dropdown shows tokens in your wallet where you can revoke mint authority.

Confirmation

  • Review implications: The tool will show what will happen after revocation
  • Final confirmation: You must explicitly confirm that you understand this action is irreversible

7. Confirmation Step

After selecting the token:

  1. The tool shows the token details and revocation implications
  2. Your connected wallet prompts you to review & sign
  3. The transaction includes:
    • Mint authority revocation (platform fee: 0.05 SOL + network fees)
    • Permanent removal of mint authority from the token

📸 Screenshot – Wallet Confirmation Prompt for mint authority revocation

Wallet Confirmation Prompt

Wallet confirmation prompt for mint authority revocation

8. Results

On success, the result modal shows:

  • Mint authority revoked successfully with the token details
  • Transaction Hash for verification on explorers
  • Confirmation that the token supply is now permanently fixed

You can verify the change by checking the token’s metadata on Solana explorers - the mint authority field will show as “None” or be empty.

📸 Screenshot – Mint Authority Revocation Result Modal

Mint Authority Revocation Result Modal

Mint authority revocation result modal

9. Important Notices / Risks

10. Troubleshooting

Common Issues

  • “No mint authority” — You don’t own the mint authority for this token
  • “Insufficient SOL” — Add SOL to your wallet for platform fee (0.05 SOL) + transaction fees
  • “Token not found” — Check selected network
  • “Transaction failed” — Check network congestion and try increasing priority fee

11. FAQ

Can I revoke mint authority if I don’t own it? No - only the mint authority holder can revoke it.

What happens to existing tokens? They remain unchanged and fully functional.

Can I restore mint authority after revoking it? No - this action is permanent and irreversible.

Does this affect the token’s functionality? No - the token continues to work normally, just without the ability to mint new tokens.

What if my transaction fails? Only network fees are charged. The revocation doesn’t occur, so mint authority remains intact. The 0.05 SOL platform fee is only charged on successful transactions.

Should I revoke mint authority for all my tokens? It depends on your use case. Consider whether you need the ability to mint additional tokens for future development or community growth.

Can I still burn tokens after revoking mint authority? Yes - burning tokens is separate from minting and can still be done if you have burn authority.