Disclosure: Jumpbit builds the tool used in this guide. It is listed in the directory under the same rules as every other tool, see the editorial policy.
Why close accounts
Each empty token account holds about 0.002 SOL of rent that comes back when it is closed, see what rent is.
The options
| Method | Good for | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| One by one in a wallet | A few accounts | Network fee only |
| A script using the SPL token close instruction | Developers, many wallets | Network fees and your time |
| A bulk cleaner such as Jumpbit Wallet Cleaner | Hundreds of accounts, several wallets | 5% of SOL recovered, per its page |
Which to pick
For a handful of accounts, do it by hand. For hundreds, or across several wallets, a bulk tool saves hours, and its fee is a share of the SOL you recover. Whichever you use, closing is irreversible and an account must be empty first. A Token-2022 account with withheld fees cannot be closed, see the error explained. Compare tools on the account cleaners page.