Why does a newly received Solana token create another account?

Solana token balances are typically held in token accounts associated with the owner and token mint, separate from the main SOL account.

The answer

Solana token balances are typically held in token accounts associated with the owner and token mint, separate from the main SOL account.

What to do next

Check the token mint address and associated token account on an explorer. A new token account does not necessarily mean a new private key.

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Can multiple tokens share one Solana associated token account?

Usually each mint has a distinct associated token account for a particular owner.

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