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How to Update Solana Token Metadata

Introduction

The DEXArea Solana Token Metadata Updater lets you update metadata for existing SPL and Token-2022 tokens on Solana directly from your browser. This tool allows you to modify token names, symbols, images, descriptions, and social links without changing the token’s core functionality.

All actions are handled by your connected wallet and confirmed on-chain. You must have update authority for the token to make changes, and you can optionally revoke various authorities to make your token more secure.

For Token-2022 tokens with transfer fees, this tool can also revoke:

  • Transfer Tax Config Authority (transfer-fee config authority)
  • Transfer Tax Withdraw Authority (withdraw-withheld authority)

1. What It Does

  • Updates token metadata including name, symbol, image, description, and social links
  • Modifies existing token information without changing the token’s core functionality
  • Requires update authority – you must own or have been delegated the update authority for the token
  • Handles the metadata update process end-to-end through your wallet
  • For Token-2022 transfer-fee tokens:
    • Can revoke Transfer Tax Config Authority
    • Can revoke Transfer Tax Withdraw Authority

2. Why Use DEXArea’s Token Metadata Updater

  • Simple interface: No code required – just connect wallet, select token, update fields
  • Wallet-native: All transactions signed locally through your wallet
  • Universal support: Works with any SPL token or Token-2022 token where you have update authority
  • Flat pricing: 0.06 SOL platform fee (plus network fees)
  • Authority revocation: 0.05 SOL each for revoking any authority:
    • Update authority
    • Mint authority
    • Freeze authority
    • Transfer Tax Config Authority (Token-2022 transfer-fee config)
    • Transfer Tax Withdraw Authority (Token-2022 withdraw-withheld)

3. Quick Start

  1. Connect wallet containing the token’s update authority
  2. Select the token you want to update metadata for
  3. Update the fields you want to change (name, symbol, image, description, social links)
  4. (Optional) Choose any authority revocation options (update / mint / freeze / transfer-tax config / transfer-tax withdraw)
  5. Review and confirm the transaction in your wallet
  6. Metadata updated directly on-chain and selected authorities revoked (if chosen)

4. What You Need

  • Update authority for the token you want to modify
  • SOL in your wallet for:
    • Platform fee (0.06 SOL)
    • Authority revocation fees (0.05 SOL each if selected)
    • Network/priority fees

5. When to Use

  • Rebranding tokens with new names, symbols, or images
  • Updating descriptions to reflect current project status
  • Adding social links for community engagement
  • Correcting metadata errors from initial token creation
  • Revoking update authority to make metadata immutable
  • Locking Token-2022 fee settings by revoking Transfer Tax Config Authority
  • Finalizing fee revenue behavior by revoking Transfer Tax Withdraw Authority once all withheld fees are handled

6. Inputs

📸 Screenshot – Solana Token Metadata Updater Interface

Token Metadata Updater Interface

Token Metadata Updater Interface

Required Fields

  • Token Selection
    Choose from tokens where you have update authority.
    Dropdown shows tokens in your wallet based on selected network (devnet/mainnet).

  • Token Name
    The display name for your token.
    Enter a new name or keep the existing one. Names should be descriptive and memorable.

  • Symbol
    The short symbol/ticker for your token.
    Typically 3–5 characters. Should be unique and easy to recognize.

  • Token Image
    Visual representation of your token.
    Upload or provide URL for a square image (recommended: 512×512 pixels).

  • Description
    Detailed information about your token/project.
    Provide clear details about what your token represents and its utility.

  • Website – Official project website URL
  • X – X profile URL
  • Discord – Discord server invite link
  • Telegram – Telegram channel/group link
  • GitHub – Repository or organization URL

Authority Management

  • Revoke Update Authority – Permanently remove update authority
  • Revoke Mint Authority – Permanently remove mint authority (0.05 SOL)
  • Revoke Freeze Authority – Permanently remove freeze authority (0.05 SOL)
  • Revoke Transfer Tax Config Authority – Permanently remove Token-2022 transfer-fee config authority (0.05 SOL)
  • Revoke Transfer Tax Withdraw Authority – Permanently remove Token-2022 withdraw-withheld authority (0.05 SOL)

7. Confirmation Step

After filling the form:

  1. The tool validates all input fields.
  2. Your connected wallet prompts you to review & sign.
  3. The transaction includes:
    • Metadata update (platform fee: 0.06 SOL + network fees)
    • Authority revocation (if selected), each adding 0.05 SOL:
      • Update authority revocation (optional)
      • Mint authority revocation (optional)
      • Freeze authority revocation (optional)
      • Transfer Tax Config Authority revocation (optional)
      • Transfer Tax Withdraw Authority revocation (optional)

📸 Screenshot – Wallet Confirmation Prompt for metadata update

Wallet Confirmation Prompt

Wallet confirmation prompt for metadata update

8. Results

On success, the result modal shows:

  • Metadata updated successfully with the new information
  • Authorities revoked (if chosen)
  • Transaction hash for verification on explorers

You can see the updated metadata reflected in wallets and explorers once the transaction confirms (typically a few seconds).

📸 Screenshot – Metadata Update Result Modal

Metadata Update Result Modal

Metadata update result modal

9. Important Notices / Risks

10. Troubleshooting & Advanced Tips

Common Issues

  • “No update authority” – You don’t own the update authority for this token.
  • “Insufficient SOL” – Add SOL to your wallet for:
    • 0.06 SOL platform fee
    • Any selected authority revocations (0.05 SOL each)
    • Network fees

Advanced Usage

  • Batch updates: Update multiple metadata fields in a single transaction.
  • Authority management: Plan the order of revoking authorities (for example, finalize fees and withdraw withheld amounts before revoking transfer-tax authorities).
  • Devnet testing: Always test metadata updates and revocations on devnet first.
  • Backup strategy: Keep a record of your existing metadata JSON and authority state before making changes.

11. FAQ

Can I update metadata if I don’t have update authority? No. Only the update authority holder (or delegated authority) can modify token metadata.

What happens if I revoke update authority? The metadata becomes permanently immutable – no further changes can be made.

Can I revoke Token-2022 transfer tax authorities here? Yes. If your token uses Token-2022 transfer fees and you hold those authorities, you can revoke Transfer Tax Config Authority and Transfer Tax Withdraw Authority from this tool. Each revocation costs 0.05 SOL in addition to the base metadata update fee.

Can I change transfer-fee settings after revoking Transfer Tax Config Authority? No. After revocation, the current transfer-fee basis points and max fee become permanent.

What happens to withheld fees if I revoke Transfer Tax Withdraw Authority? Any future withheld fees cannot be withdrawn once this authority is revoked. Make sure you have handled any outstanding withheld amounts before revoking.

Is there a limit on how many times I can update metadata? No. You can update as many times as you want until update authority is revoked.

Do I need to update all fields? No. You can update only the fields you want to change; others remain untouched.

What if my transaction fails? Only network fees are charged. The metadata update doesn’t occur, and no authorities are revoked. The 0.06 SOL platform fee and any 0.05 SOL revocation fees are only charged on successful transactions.

Can I recover any authority after revoking it? No. All authority revocations (update, mint, freeze, transfer-tax config, transfer-tax withdraw) are permanent.