Key facts
- For meme coins with billions of supply, use 6 decimals — keeps trader UX simple.
- For utility tokens paired with SOL frequently, 9 decimals matches SOL for cleaner math.
- For collectibles or whole-unit tokens (governance vote units), use 0 decimals — no fractions.
Step-by-step
- For meme coins with billions of supply, use 6 decimals — keeps trader UX simple.
- For utility tokens paired with SOL frequently, 9 decimals matches SOL for cleaner math.
- For collectibles or whole-unit tokens (governance vote units), use 0 decimals — no fractions.
- For stablecoin-style tokens, use 6 to match USDC on Solana.
- Confirm your DEX and aggregator display the token with sensible precision before adding LP.
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FAQ
What decimals should a Solana meme coin use?
Usually 6. Some projects use 9 to match SOL. Both are standard.
Can I change decimals after mint?
No. Decimals are locked at mint creation and cannot be modified.
The Solana launch trust layer — free mint, public Launch Score, paid trust actions.