Detecting honeypots and hidden taxes in newly launched tokens

As more and more tokens appear daily on Solana, Base, and Blast, we’re also seeing an increase in contracts with dynamic taxes, sell blocks, or hidden functions. For those sniping or entering early, the risk of getting caught in a honeypot is real.

I’m curious what automated tools you use to filter this kind of token. Personally, I use a combo of mempool tracking and transaction simulation – some of the newer tools also integrate auto-sell testing systems. For example, BananaGun runs a sell simulation before executing a buy, which is useful when testing unaudited contracts. But obviously, it’s not the only option.

Besides these tools, it’s also important to monitor community activity and any available audits, even though many tokens launch without any official verification. Sometimes, quick feedback from Telegram or Discord groups can save you from major losses.

In short, it’s no longer enough to just know how to buy fast – you need to know what you’re getting into. Tools that check for risky functions pre-execution, simulate trades, and monitor contracts in real time through the mempool are becoming essential, especially for those moving early on launches.