Where and How to Lend Filecoin (FIL)

Introduction

Lending Filecoin can be a great option for those who want to hold FIL but earn yield. 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 Guide

1. 1. Acquire Filecoin (FIL) Tokens

   To be able to lend Filecoin, you need to have it. To get Filecoin, you’ll have to buy it. You can pick from these popular exchanges.

   Platform	Coin	Price
   PrimeXBT	Filecoin (FIL)	5.14
   M2	Filecoin (FIL)	5.14
   Uphold	Filecoin (FIL)	5.14
   OKX	Filecoin (FIL)	5.15
   YouHodler	Filecoin (FIL)	5.14
   Binance	Filecoin (FIL)	5.14

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2. 2. Choose a Filecoin Lender

   Once you have FIL, you’ll need to choose a Filecoin lending platform to lend your tokens. You can see some options here.

   Platform	Coin	Interest rate
   YouHodler	Filecoin (FIL)	Up to 12 APY
   Bitget	Filecoin (FIL)	Up to 4.2 APY
   Gemini	Filecoin (FIL)	Up to 0.01 APY

3. 3. Lend Your Filecoin

   Once you’ve chosen a platform to lend your Filecoin, transfer your Filecoin into your wallet in the lending platform. Once it’s deposited, it will start earning interest. Some platforms pay interest daily, while others are weekly or monthly.

4. 4. Earn Interest

   Now all you need to do is sit back while your crypto earns interest. The more you deposit, the more interest you can earn. Try to make sure your lending platform pays compounding interest to maximise your returns.

What to be Aware of

Lending your crypto can be risky. Make sure you do your research before depositing your crypto. Don’t lend more than you’re willing to lose. Check their lending practices, reviews, and how they secure your cryptocurrency.