What is freeze authority on Solana tokens?
Freeze authority allows the designated wallet to freeze token accounts, preventing transfers until unfrozen. Holders often treat retained freeze authority as elevated risk because funds could theoretically be locked.
What happens when I revoke freeze authority?
Revoking sets freeze authority to null permanently. No wallet can freeze new or existing holder accounts for that mint afterward. This is irreversible in standard SPL and Token-2022 configurations.
Which wallet must sign the freeze revoke?
The connected wallet must hold the current freeze authority — usually the token creator wallet. IDX validates authority before enabling the revoke action.
Should I revoke freeze before or after mint authority?
Many teams revoke both during the same trust phase after metadata and liquidity are ready. Order is less important than completing both before major marketing, but document whichever sequence you choose for consistent community answers.
Does revoking freeze authority affect minting?
No. Freeze revoke and mint revoke are separate actions. You must revoke mint authority separately to fix supply. Update authority is also independent — metadata can still be edited if update authority is held.
How do traders verify freeze authority was revoked?
Solana explorers display freeze authority status on the mint account. After confirmation, authority should show as null. Share the explorer link in announcements and add it to your Token Hub documentation.
Does IDX charge a platform fee for freeze revoke?
Yes. IDX displays a platform fee (typically 0.1 SOL) plus network fees before you sign. Ensure your wallet holds enough SOL for the full amount.