Introduction
Staking USDC can be a great option for those who want to hold USDC but earn yield in a safe way while contributing to the network. The steps can be a little daunting, especially the first time you do them. That’s why we’ve put this guide together for you.
Step-by-step
- 1
Obtain USDC (USDC) tokens
In order to stake USDC, you need to have it. To obtain USDC, you'll need to purchase it. You can choose from these popular exchanges.
- 2
Choose a USDC wallet
Once you have USDC, you’ll need to choose a USDC wallet to store your tokens. Here are some good options.
- 3
Delegate your USDC
We recommend using a staking pool when staking USDC. It’s simpler and faster to get up-and-running. A staking pool is a group of validators who combine their USDC, which gives them a higher chance of validating transactions and earning rewards. You can do this through your wallet’s interface.
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Start validating
You’ll need to wait for your deposit to be confirmed by your wallet. Once it’s confirmed, you’ll automatically validate transactions on the USDC network. You’ll be rewarded with USDC for these validations.
What to be aware of
There are transaction and staking pool fees you need to consider. There can also be a waiting period before you start earning rewards. The staking pool will need to generate blocks, and this can take some time.
Latest movements
USDC (USDC) is currently priced at $1, with a 24-hour trading volume of $9.47B. In the last 24 hours, USDC has experienced a decrease to -0.01. The market cap of USDC stands at $33.00B, with 33.00B in circulation. For those looking to buy or trade USDC, reputable platforms like OKX, Binance, Kraken, YouHodler, EarnPark and Nexo offer avenues to do so securely and efficiently.
- Market cap
- $33.00B
- Volume
- $9.47B
- Circulating supply
- $33.00B
