1. A Solana token is identified by its Mint
The Mint address points to the account that defines core token properties such as supply, decimals and authorities.
That address is what wallets, explorers and token checkers use to identify a specific SPL token.
- Use the Mint address for token identity.
- Do not rely on name or ticker.
2. Program IDs are different addresses
The token program itself also has an address, and custom Solana programs have their own program IDs. Those are not the same thing as the Mint address of a token.
If a page asks for a token Mint, pasting the token program ID will not identify your specific asset.
- Mint address = specific token Mint.
- Program ID = program that executes logic.
3. Why search results can be confusing
Many articles, wallets and users carry over EVM terminology and call a Solana Mint a contract address. The intent is understandable, but exact terminology helps avoid copying the wrong address.
A good verification page should explicitly label the field as Mint address and show the full base58 value.
- Look for 'Mint' on Solana explorers.
- Check the full address before a swap.
4. What to paste into BLINKBUN's checker
Paste the token's Solana Mint address. The checker then reads the public Mint account and visible market data without requesting a wallet connection.
If the address is not a token Mint, the checker should reject it rather than pretending it has token data.
- Paste a Mint, not a wallet address.
- Paste a Mint, not a pool address.
- Paste a Mint, not the token program ID.