By jack in Solana —

Two Methods to Convert SOL to wSOL

This article provides a detailed guide on how to convert between SOL and wSOL, along with important notes and considerations.

In the Solana ecosystem, wSOL (Wrapped SOL) is a tokenized version of native SOL that follows the SPL Token standard. It is widely used in applications that require a standardized token interface, such as DeFi protocols and DEXs (Decentralized Exchanges).

I. What is wSOL?

  • SOL is the native token of the Solana blockchain, used for paying transaction fees, deploying programs, and other native operations.
  • wSOL (Wrapped SOL) is SOL wrapped into the SPL Token standard, which allows it to be stored in SPL-compatible wallets and used in smart contract interactions.

In many DEXs and DeFi protocols, only SPL Tokens are accepted for trading pairs or liquidity pools, so SOL must be wrapped into wSOL to participate.

II. How to Convert SOL to wSOL

Method 1: Using the Command Line (for Developers)

If you're using CLI tools, you can manually wrap SOL using Solana and SPL Token commands:

Create a wSOL account (if not created yet):

spl-token create-account So11111111111111111111111111111111111111112

Wrap SOL:

spl-token wrap <amount>

Method 2: Use the SlerfTools Interface (Free & Easy)

Go to the SlerfTools SOL to wSOL converter page:
👉 https://slerf.tools/en-us/wsol-converter/solana

SlerfTools SOL to WSOL page

Steps:

  1. Connect your wallet.
  2. Choose the amount of SOL you want to convert.
  3. Confirm the transaction and approve in your wallet.

That’s it—the tool handles the wrapping process automatically and for free.

III. How to Unwrap wSOL Back to SOL

wSOL can be unwrapped into native SOL at any time.

Via Command Line:

spl-token unwrap <amount>

Via SlerfTools Interface:

Just reverse the direction of conversion on the same page and approve the transaction.

IV. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Does wrapping SOL cost any fees?
Only a very small network fee is charged (usually less than 0.000005 SOL). Your asset value remains the same.

2. Is wSOL a new asset?
wSOL is an SPL Token with the following address:
So11111111111111111111111111111111111111112
It mirrors native SOL in value and purpose but conforms to the SPL Token standard.

3. Where do I need to use wSOL?
Most DeFi protocols on Solana—including Orca, Jupiter, Raydium, lending platforms, staking services, and liquidity pools—require SPL Tokens. Therefore, you must use wSOL instead of native SOL.