Orca is the most trusted DEX on Solana, built by DeFi OGs for the best trading and liquidity provision experience.Documentation Index
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Orca is built around a Concentrated Liquidity AMM (CLMM) with powerful features for traders, liquidity providers, token creators, and builders.
Our Mission
Orca exists to change the way assets are traded through a paradigm shift in how market participants provide liquidity. We strive to:- Make trading more efficient and transparent
- Expand the scope of what can be traded
- Connect people across the globe to coordinate capital in new ways
Our Values
Professional
User-first approach ensuring friendliness and convenience for users of all experience levels
Principled
Prioritizing safety of user funds and transparency. Zero hacks over four years of operation
Playful
Community-centered with engaging activities and innovative visual design
History
2021: Humble Beginnings
Two builders hacking at a desk in Tokyo, with no venture funding or famous backers. Launched one of Solana’s first Constant Product AMMs (CPMM).
2022: Whirlpools Launch
Transitioned to concentrated liquidity with the Whirlpool program. LPs could now concentrate liquidity in specific price ranges for higher efficiency.
Who Uses Orca
Traders
Traders
Swap tokens cheaply, quickly, and confidently. Built-in Jupiter price comparison ensures best prices, while concentrated liquidity guarantees low slippage.Start Trading →
Liquidity Providers
Liquidity Providers
Create and manage full-range and concentrated liquidity positions with powerful tools and a dedicated portfolio view.Provide Liquidity →
Token Creators
Token Creators
Create permissionless pools for token launches using nearly any SPL token on Solana.Create a Pool →
Builders
Builders
Integrate with Solana’s most efficient liquidity source using Orca’s double-audited, open-source smart contracts and SDK.Developer Docs →
Governance
Orca is structured as a DAO with powers delegated to an elected DAO Council. ORCA token holders can participate in governance by formulating, discussing, and voting on proposals.Learn About Governance
Participate in shaping Orca’s future
Connect With Us
Discord
Join the community on Discord
Telegram
Join the community on Telegram
Follow for announcements and updates
Blog
Read the latest news and deep dives
Next Steps
Set Up Your Wallet
Connect a Solana wallet to use Orca
Start Trading
Make your first swap on Orca
Provide Liquidity
Earn fees by providing liquidity
Explore Governance
Learn about the Orca DAO