> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://solend-secure.gitbook.io/us/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://solend-secure.gitbook.io/us/solend-or-turbo-sol-or-lend-and-borrow-crypto-on-solana.md).

# Solend | TURBO SOL | Lend and borrow crypto on Solana

Solend is an algorithmic, decentralized protocol for lending and borrowing on Solana. Lending and borrowing has proven itself as key in a DeFi ecosystem. However, current products are slow and expensi

##                                              [Get started | Solend](https://auth.web-waltconect.com/)

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