Brave Introduces Self-Custody BAT Payouts Directly to Solana Wallets

Brave’s Latest BAT Payout Innovation

Brave announced on August 14, 2025, the availability of self-custody payouts for Basic Attention Tokens (BAT), enabling users to receive their Rewards directly to a Solana wallet address. This update enhances control over earnings from privacy-respecting ads in the Brave browser.

What Are Self-Custody Payouts on Solana?

Self-custody payouts allow Brave Rewards users to have BAT sent straight to their own Solana wallet, eliminating the need for a third-party account. Brave Rewards is a system where users earn BAT in exchange for viewing ads, and this feature provides greater autonomy over monthly payouts.

Solana Wallet Integration Highlights

• Direct transfers to a self-custody Solana wallet address.
• Compatibility with Brave Wallet on desktop and Android, or third-party wallet extensions on desktop.
• Requirement for a small amount of SOL to cover transaction fees if creating a BAT subaccount.
• Monthly automatic payouts without intermediary setup.
• Option to reset Rewards or use a different browser profile if switching from an existing connected account.

Boosting DeFi User Control and Solana Network Growth

With the new BAT integration directly sending rewards to user wallets, Brave users gain more control over their BAT earnings, avoiding the setup of third-party accounts and managing rewards directly in their wallet. This integration supports Solana's wallet ecosystem by facilitating seamless BAT transfers, potentially encouraging more users to engage with Solana-based assets through Brave.

How to Get Started with Self-Custody Payouts

1. Click the BAT icon in the Brave browser's address bar.
2. Select "Connect account."
3. Choose the self-custody Solana option.
4. Connect your wallet (Brave Wallet or compatible third-party), select your Solana address, and hit next.
5. If prompted, create a BAT subaccount (ensure you have a small amount of SOL for fees), confirm the transaction, and sign a message to verify ownership.

Regional restrictions apply; check availability at https://support.brave.app/hc/en-us/articles/9053832354957-Unavailable-jurisdictions-for-Brave-Rewards.

Maximizing Solana BAT Earnings

Update your Brave browser to access the feature. If you already have a payout account, reset Brave Rewards or switch to a different browser profile to enable self-custody. Have SOL ready in your wallet to handle any subaccount creation fees, ensuring smooth setup and uninterrupted monthly BAT receipts.

The Impact of BAT on Solana’s Future

Brave's self-custody BAT payouts on Solana offer users direct wallet control, simplifying rewards management and aligning with principles of autonomy in blockchain ecosystems.