Whether you're tracking your own wallet or verifying transactions, here are four easy methods to check a Solana address balance.
1. Solana Blockchain Explorer (Solscan & SolanaFM)
Best for: Quick checks with full transaction history.
Using Solscan
1. Go to [https://solscan.io](https://solscan.io)
2. Paste the Solana wallet address in the search bar.
3. View:
- SOL Balance (in SOL and USD)
- Tokens Held (SPL tokens like USDC, BONK, etc.)
- Transaction History
Using SolanaFM
- Visit [https://solana.fm](https://solana.fm)
- Enter the wallet address for a detailed breakdown.
2. Solana CLI (Command Line)
Best for: Developers or terminal users.
1. Ensure the [Solana CLI](https://docs.solana.com/cli/install-solana-cli-tools) is installed.
2. Run:
```bash
solana balance YOUR_WALLET_ADDRESS
```
Example:
```bash
solana balance 7x5Z8Jf...3dQ
```
- Shows balance in lamports (1 SOL = 1,000,000,000 lamports).
- Convert to SOL by dividing by `10^9`.
3. Wallet Apps (Phantom, Solflare, Backpack)
Best for: Checking your own wallet.
Phantom Wallet
1. Open Phantom ([https://phantom.app](https://phantom.app)).
2. Your SOL and token balances appear at the top.
3. To check another address:
- Go to Settings → Wallet Address → View on Explorer.
Solflare & Backpack
- Similar process—your balance is visible upon login.
4. Programmatic API (for Developers)
Best for: Apps, bots, or automated checks.
Using Solana Web3.js
```javascript
const { Connection, PublicKey } = require("@solana/web3.js");
const connection = new Connection("https://api.mainnet-beta.solana.com");
const walletAddress = new PublicKey("YOUR_WALLET_ADDRESS");
async function checkBalance() {
const balance = await connection.getBalance(walletAddress);
console.log(`Balance: ${balance / 1e9} SOL`);
}
checkBalance();
```
Using Helius API (Enhanced Data)
- Free tier: [https://www.helius.dev](https://www.helius.dev)
- Returns balances + token metadata.
Bonus: Check SPL Token Balances
To see all tokens (USDC, BONK, etc.) in a wallet:
1. Use [Solana Token List API](https://solana-labs.github.io/solana-web3.js/classes/Connection.html#getTokenAccountsByOwner).
2. Or check Solscan/SolanaFM (under "Tokens" tab).
Summary Table
| Method | Best For | Ease of Use |
|--|--||
| Solscan/SolanaFM | Quick balance + TX history | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Solana CLI | Developers/Terminal users | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Wallet Apps | Checking your own wallet | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| API (Web3.js/Helius) | Developers/Bots | ⭐⭐ |
Final Tips
✅ Bookmark Solscan for fast checks.
✅ Use wallets like Phantom for real-time updates.
🚫 Never share your private key when checking balances.
