How to Find Low-Scam Solana Tokens Early
A comprehensive guide to identifying legitimate early Solana tokens and avoiding scams.
# How to Find Low-Scam Solana Tokens Early
Finding legitimate early Solana tokens requires a systematic approach. This guide covers the essential strategies.
Key Indicators of Legitimate Tokens
**1. Locked Liquidity** Liquidity locks are the most important indicator. They prevent rug pulls by ensuring liquidity cannot be withdrawn by the team.
**2. Community Verification** Check multiple sources: - Twitter followers and engagement - Telegram community size - Discord server activity - GitHub repository updates
**3. Team Transparency** Real projects have: - Doxxed team members (or at least known handles) - Clear roadmap - Regular updates - Responsive communication
Red Flags to Avoid
- Huge promises with no substance
- Anonymous team with no history
- Unlocked liquidity
- Zero GitHub activity
- Inactive community channels
Using Safety Scores
SolanaBombs calculates safety scores based on: - Liquidity lock status - Token age (1-5 days optimal) - Liquidity amount (minimum $50k) - Volume to liquidity ratio - Contract verification
Tokens with scores below 80 are filtered out automatically.
Best Practices
1. **Always DYOR** - Don't rely solely on any tool 2. **Check the contract** - Verify on Solscan 3. **Monitor social media** - Gauge community sentiment 4. **Start small** - Never invest more than you can lose 5. **Diversify** - Spread risk across multiple tokens
Remember: No tool can eliminate risk entirely. Proceed with caution and never invest more than you can afford to lose.