Where and how to stake Zilliqa (ZIL)

Introduction

Staking Zilliqa can be a great option for those who wish to hold ZIL while earning yield in a safe manner and contributing to the network. The steps can be somewhat daunting, especially the first time you do them. That’s why we have put together this guide for you.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. 1. Acquire Zilliqa (ZIL) Tokens

   To stake Zilliqa, you need to have it. To obtain Zilliqa, you'll need to buy it. You can choose from these popular exchanges.

   Platform	Coin	Price
   Uphold	Zilliqa (ZIL)	0.01
   EarnPark	Zilliqa (ZIL)	0.01
   YouHodler	Zilliqa (ZIL)	0.01
   OKX	Zilliqa (ZIL)	0.01
   Binance	Zilliqa (ZIL)	0.01
   MEXC Global	Zilliqa (ZIL)	0.01

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2. 2. Select a Zilliqa Wallet

   Once you have ZIL, you’ll need to choose a Zilliqa wallet to store your tokens. Here are some good options.

   Platform	Coin	Staking rewards
   Uphold	Zilliqa (ZIL)	Up to 5% APY
   Bitmart	Zilliqa (ZIL)	Up to 1% APY
   Binance	Zilliqa (ZIL)	Up to 9.1% APY
   Kucoin	Zilliqa (ZIL)	Up to 7% APY

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3. 3. Delegate Your ZIL

   We suggest using a staking pool for staking ZIL. It's easier and quicker to get started. A staking pool is a collection of validators who combine their ZIL, which increases their odds of validating transactions and earning rewards. You can do this through your wallet’s interface.

4. 4. Start Validating

   You'll have to wait for your deposit to be confirmed by your wallet. Once it's confirmed, you'll automatically validate transactions on the Zilliqa network. You'll be rewarded with ZIL for these validations.

What to Keep in Mind

You need to keep in mind the transaction and staking pool fees. Additionally, there might be a waiting period before you begin earning rewards. The staking pool will need to generate blocks, and this can take a while.