Buy Solana Without a Wallet: The Exchange-First Route

You don't need a Solana wallet to buy SOL for the first time. Instead, you can use a centralized exchange account as your entry point.

This route is also known as the 'exchange-first' method. It allows you to purchase SOL through a company-run platform that holds your coins in a custodial account tied to your identity.

A custodial account means the exchange controls the actual keys, not you. However, this is acceptable for now, especially since most people buy their first coin using this method.