How to buy The Staring Cat with your Solflare wallet?

Q: What do I need before buying The Staring Cat?

To buy The Staring Cat , you need: A Solflare Wallet (mobile app or browser extension — setup guide ) Some SOL or another SPL token in your wallet for swapping Fiat purchase is not available for this token — you can only swap using crypto. Solana transaction fees are typically a fraction of a cent.

Q: What if The Staring Cat doesn't show up after purchase?

Your The Staring Cat should appear in your wallet automatically after purchase. If it doesn't: Tap "Add new asset" in your Solflare wallet under "Tokens" Paste the The Staring Cat contract address or name in the search bar Confirm and refresh your wallet view If the token still doesn't show up, check the transaction status on Solscan and ensure you used the correct network and wallet address.

Q: Can I send The Staring Cat privately with Solflare?

Yes. Solflare includes a built-in Privacy Aggregator that lets you send The Staring Cat without publicly linking your wallet to the recipient on-chain. Private Send is optional, disabled by default, and can be enabled per transaction—on both mobile and browser extension. No external tools or additional wallets needed.

Q: How much does it cost to swap The Staring Cat on Solflare?

Swapping The Staring Cat on Solflare involves two small costs: a Solana network fee (typically under $0.01) and a DEX routing fee. Solflare uses smart order routing across all major Solana DEXes to find the best available price, minimizing slippage. There are no hidden Solflare platform fees—what you see in the swap preview is what you pay.

Easiest ways to buy, swap, or transfer MINKA directly into your Solflare wallet—step by step.

Looking to buy The Staring Cat? You can buy MINKA easily using the Solflare Wallet, whether you prefer to use crypto or pay with fiat, like a credit card or bank transfer. Follow these steps to buy The Staring Cat using the Solflare mobile app or the browser extension.

Once you own MINKA, Solflare lets you send it privately using the built-in Privacy Aggregator, and you can secure your holdings with a Solflare hardware wallet for maximum protection.

The Staring Cat Buying Guide: How to Buy The Staring Cat with Crypto Using Solflare Mobile app

Buy The Staring Cat (MINKA) directly in the Solflare mobile app by swapping from SOL or other supported tokens. This guide walks you through each step, from funding your wallet to confirming your swap—no third-party DEX required.

Step 1

Set up or Open your Solflare Wallet

Download and open the Solflare mobile app on your device. Log in to your existing wallet, or create a new one directly in the app.

Don't have an account yet? See our beginner's guide to setting up a Solflare wallet.

Step 1

Set Up or Open Your Solflare Extension Wallet

Download and install the Solflare extension for your browser. Once installed, open the extension and log in to your wallet. If you're new to Solflare, click "I need a new wallet" to create one in minutes.

Need help? Follow our step-by-step Solflare wallet setup guide.

Step 2

Deposit SOL or another supported token

Transfer SOL or any supported SPL token into your Solflare wallet. You can send funds from a centralized exchange, another wallet, or even purchase SOL with fiat directly inside the Solflare app.

Need help? Read our detailed guide on transferring tokens to Solflare.

Step 2

Deposit SOL or another supported token

Transfer SOL (or another SPL token) to your Solflare wallet. You can send it from a centralized exchange or another wallet, or buy it with fiat directly in the Solflare app.

Step 3

Go to the Swap tab

Tap on the Swap tab inside your wallet. This feature lets you trade tokens directly—no need for a separate DEX.

Step 3

Go to the Swap tab

Navigate to the Swap section in your Solflare browser extension on the right side of your home screen (Portfolio tab) or click on the Trade tab from the menu on the left. Solflare's Swap feature lets you exchange tokens instantly—no need for third-party DEXs or leaving your wallet.

Step 4

Select The Staring Cat

Choose The Staring Cat (MINKA) as the token you wish to purchase. Then, select the asset you want to swap from (for example, SOL or USDC) and enter the amount you want to buy.

Want to see what else you can buy? Explore all tokens available on Solflare.

Step 4

Select The Staring Cat

Choose The Staring Cat (MINKA) as the token you want to buy. Then select the token you wish to swap from (like SOL or USDC), and enter the amount you'd like to exchange.

Want to see all available tokens? Browse the full list of tokens supported on Solflare.

Step 5

Confirm the swap

Hit "Swap", review the details, and then "Slide to approve". Your new The Staring Cat tokens will appear in your wallet once the transaction is complete.

Need more help? See our full guide to swapping tokens with Solflare.

Step 5

Confirm the swap

Hit "Swap", review the details, and then "Confirm". Your new The Staring Cat tokens will appear in your wallet once the transaction is complete.

Need more help? See our full guide to swapping tokens with Solflare.

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Frequently asked questions about buying The Staring Cat

What do I need before buying The Staring Cat?

To buy The Staring Cat, you need:

A Solflare Wallet (mobile app or browser extension — setup guide)
Some SOL or another SPL token in your wallet for swapping

Fiat purchase is not available for this token — you can only swap using crypto. Solana transaction fees are typically a fraction of a cent.

What if The Staring Cat doesn't show up after purchase?

What are the fees and risks of buying The Staring Cat?

Swapping tokens in Solflare includes a small network fee (paid in SOL) and a DEX trading fee, both typically very low on Solana. If buying with fiat, fees are set by the payment provider (e.g., MoonPay or Stripe) and may vary by region and payment method.

Always verify token details and amounts before confirming. For unverified tokens, Solflare displays on-chain risk data to help you assess potential concerns before trading.
Learn more: How Solflare protects your assets

Can I store The Staring Cat on a hardware wallet?

Yes. Solflare supports hardware wallet integration, allowing you to store The Staring Cat with an extra layer of security. Hardware wallets keep your private keys offline—even if your computer is compromised, your tokens remain protected.

You can purchase a Solflare-compatible hardware wallet from the Solflare Shop. Once connected, you can still swap, send, and manage The Staring Cat directly through Solflare while your keys stay on the hardware device.

Can I send The Staring Cat privately with Solflare?

How much does it cost to swap The Staring Cat on Solflare?

What do I need before buying The Staring Cat?

To buy The Staring Cat, you need:

A Solflare Wallet (mobile app or browser extension — setup guide)
Some SOL or another SPL token in your wallet for swapping

Fiat purchase is not available for this token — you can only swap using crypto. Solana transaction fees are typically a fraction of a cent.

What if The Staring Cat doesn't show up after purchase?

Your The Staring Cat should appear in your wallet automatically after purchase. If it doesn't:

Tap "Add new asset" in your Solflare wallet under "Tokens"
Paste the The Staring Cat contract address or name in the search bar
Confirm and refresh your wallet view

If the token still doesn't show up, check the transaction status on Solscan and ensure you used the correct network and wallet address.

What are the fees and risks of buying The Staring Cat?

Can I store The Staring Cat on a hardware wallet?

Can I send The Staring Cat privately with Solflare?

Yes. Solflare includes a built-in Privacy Aggregator that lets you send The Staring Cat without publicly linking your wallet to the recipient on-chain. Private Send is optional, disabled by default, and can be enabled per transaction—on both mobile and browser extension. No external tools or additional wallets needed.

How much does it cost to swap The Staring Cat on Solflare?

Swapping The Staring Cat on Solflare involves two small costs: a Solana network fee (typically under $0.01) and a DEX routing fee. Solflare uses smart order routing across all major Solana DEXes to find the best available price, minimizing slippage. There are no hidden Solflare platform fees—what you see in the swap preview is what you pay.