If you’re wondering how to add Solana to MetaMask, you’re not alone. For a long time, MetaMask supported only Ethereum and EVM-compatible blockchains. But as of May 27, 2025, that has changed — Solana is now natively supported in the MetaMask browser extension.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through exactly how to add Solana to MetaMask, what you can do once it’s connected, and how NOWNodes can support your work on Solana with fast, reliable RPC infrastructure.
MetaMask Now Supports Solana Natively
Previously, the only way to get Solana into MetaMask was through “Snaps”—community-created plugins that extended MetaMask’s functionality beyond EVM chains. While powerful, Snaps required manual installation and weren’t always beginner-friendly.
That’s changed. As of May 27, Solana is supported natively in the MetaMask browser extension. No plugins. No workarounds. You can now create or import Solana wallets directly, view SOL balances, and interact with Solana dApps—all from within MetaMask’s standard interface.
At the time of writing, this functionality is only available in the browser extension. The MetaMask team hasn’t added Solana support to the mobile app yet, but they plan to do so soon.
How to Add Solana to MetaMask
Start by updating MetaMask to the latest version if you already have it installed.
When you open the extension, you’ll be prompted to either create a new wallet or import an existing one. If you already use a Solana wallet like Phantom, just choose “Import existing wallet” and enter your recovery phrase or private key. If you’re starting fresh, you can create a brand new wallet from within MetaMask.
Once your account is set up, Solana should appear alongside your EVM accounts. You can also add additional Solana accounts manually by clicking your account icon and choosing “Add account or hardware wallet.”
From there, just select Solana as your network, and you’re ready to go.
What You Can Do with Solana in MetaMask
The integration isn’t just symbolic—it’s functional. You can check your SOL balance, interact with Solana-based dApps, and manage your assets with the same tools MetaMask provides for EVM chains. Portfolio tracking, token management, and eventually cross-chain bridges are all becoming more accessible in a single place.
However, one thing to note: unlike with EVM chains, MetaMask does not yet allow you to change the Solana RPC endpoint. That means MetaMask currently limits you to using its default infrastructure.
But we expect that to change. And when it does, NOWNodes will be here to help.
Why Developers Use NOWNodes for Solana
Even though you can’t yet connect your own RPC node in MetaMask, developers building dApps, dashboards, or monitoring tools still need fast and reliable access to Solana’s blockchain. That’s where NOWNodes comes in.
We offer high-speed access to the Solana blockchain through full nodes and API endpoints. You don’t need to run your own infrastructure—we take care of the uptime, scalability, and latency so you can focus on building.
Here’s how it works: Just sign up at nownodes.io, grab your personal API key, and use our Solana endpoint in your application. You’ll be able to fetch account balances, monitor transactions, and query block data with just a few lines of code.
Our infrastructure supports you at every stage—whether you’re building a DeFi protocol, indexing NFT metadata, or running backend monitoring for your Solana operations.
What Comes Next
The addition of Solana to MetaMask is just the beginning. The MetaMask team has already announced plans to support other non-EVM chains in the future, making it a truly multi-chain wallet.
We’re also keeping a close eye on updates that would allow users to customize their Solana RPC endpoints inside MetaMask—just like they already do for EVM networks. Once that feature is live, we’ll provide a full guide on how to connect MetaMask directly to your NOWNodes Solana endpoint.
Final Thoughts
Solana entering the MetaMask ecosystem marks a major step toward a more unified blockchain experience. It simplifies life for users and opens new opportunities for developers working across multiple chains.
Whether you’re testing a small script or launching a production-scale dApp, NOWNodes is your trusted partner for fast and stable Solana infrastructure.
You can start using our Solana RPC today. No node setup. No headaches. Just plug in and build.
