Where and How to Stake USDC (USDC)

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 bit 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 USDC (USDC) Tokens

   To stake USDC, you need to own it. To get USDC, you'll need to buy it. You can select from these popular exchanges.

   Platform	Coin	Price
   Nexo	USDC (USDC)	1
   M2	USDC (USDC)	1
   EarnPark	USDC (USDC)	1
   Klink	USDC (USDC)	1
   OKX	USDC (USDC)	1
   YouHodler	USDC (USDC)	1

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2. 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.

   Platform	Coin	Staking rewards
   YouHodler	USDC (USDC)	Up to 18 APY
   Klink	USDC (USDC)	Up to 5.45 APY
   Binance	USDC (USDC)	Up to 15 APY

3. 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.

4. 4. 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 might also be a waiting period before you start earning rewards. The staking pool will need to generate blocks, and this can take some time.