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title: "Security & Safety"
type: concept
tags: [security, safety, token-verification, risks]
updated: 2026-06-19
confidence: high
sources: [raw/llms_txt_doc-security-risks.md, raw/llms_txt_doc-token-verification.md]
---

# Security & Safety

Trading on a permissionless Solana aggregator exposes you to token and DeFi risks Jupiter helps surface but can't eliminate.

## Token verification

Anyone can create a Solana token, and scam tokens imitate legitimate ones. Jupiter applies **token verification** signals — verified lists, warnings on unverified/low-liquidity tokens, and metadata checks — so you can tell a real token from an impostor before [swapping](swaps-and-aggregation.md). Always confirm the **mint address**, not just the symbol (symbols aren't unique).

## Common risks

- **Scam / impersonation tokens** — verify the mint; beware lookalikes and "you received an airdrop" bait.
- **Low liquidity / high price impact** — thin tokens mean bad fills and exit traps (rug pulls). Check liquidity and price impact.
- **Smart-contract & peg risk** — DeFi products ([Lend](lend.md), [JLP](jlp.md), [JupUSD](jupusd-and-juiced.md)) carry contract, liquidation, and de-peg risk.
- **New launches** — [Studio/DTF](token-launch-studio.md) tokens are especially high-risk; [Jupiter Lock](token-launch-studio.md) helps verify allocations aren't dumpable but doesn't guarantee a project.
- **Wallet hygiene** — your keys control funds; phishing sites and malicious approvals drain wallets. Use settings to review and revoke.

## Practical posture

- Verify mint addresses; prefer verified tokens.
- Mind slippage and price impact on illiquid pairs.
- Understand each earn product's liquidation/de-peg risk before depositing.
- Treat new launches as speculative; size accordingly.

Jupiter is non-custodial — you're responsible for what you sign. This wiki is educational, **not financial advice**. Security/settings details and the verification process are in [docs-catalog](../summaries/docs-catalog.md).