What Are Solana Privacy Rings? Inside Helius’ Privacy Protocol for Solana
Helius launched Solana Privacy Rings on mainnet on November 10, 2026. The programmable shielded pools let users hold and transfer SOL and other Solana tokens with encrypted balances, while retaining custody and settling transactions on Solana. Zero-knowledge proofs verify transfers; the default mode hides amounts but leaves sender and recipient addresses visible. Users can view balances with keys and selectively share transaction details. Deposits and withdrawals from public wallets remain visible, while supported fiat on-ramps can conceal amounts from the outset. Several apps are using or integrating Rings. The software is open source and has undergone security audits, but formal verification remains underway and Solana documentation labels the system beta. Helius also uses wallet screening amid compliance concerns.
