Close token account vs burn token: what is the difference?

Burning destroys token units. Closing an eligible token account removes the account and can return rent-exempt SOL. Some cleanups need both steps.

Quick answer

Burning destroys token units. Closing an eligible token account removes the account and can return rent-exempt SOL. Some cleanups need both steps.

What to check first

Before taking action on "Close token account vs burn token: what is the difference?", review the token name, mint address, account balance, authority signals, and the exact wallet prompt.

How BurnerSOL helps

BurnerSOL scans token accounts, groups cleanup signals, leaves selection manual, estimates eligible rent recovery, and keeps final approval inside your wallet.

What not to do

Do not enter seed phrases, do not approve unexpected permissions, and do not visit claim links from unknown token metadata.

Next step

Open the app, scan the wallet, select only the accounts you understand, and sign only if the wallet prompt matches the expected cleanup action.