How to Earn Polkadot (DOT): A Comprehensive Guide

Introduction

Lending Polkadot can be an excellent choice for those looking to hold DOT while earning yield. The process may seem a bit overwhelming, particularly for first-timers. That's why we've created this guide to help you navigate through it smoothly.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Acquire Polkadot (DOT) Tokens
To lend Polkadot, you must first acquire it. To obtain Polkadot, you'll need to purchase it. You can select from these popular exchanges available in Nigeria.
Platform Coin Price
Nexo Polkadot (DOT) 2.09
PrimeXBT Polkadot (DOT) 2.08
EarnPark Polkadot (DOT) 2.06
YouHodler Polkadot (DOT) 2.08
Binance Polkadot (DOT) 2.08
BTSE Polkadot (DOT) 2.08
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Platform	Coin	Price
Nexo	Polkadot (DOT)	2.09
PrimeXBT	Polkadot (DOT)	2.08
EarnPark	Polkadot (DOT)	2.06
YouHodler	Polkadot (DOT)	2.08
Binance	Polkadot (DOT)	2.08
BTSE	Polkadot (DOT)	2.08

2. Choose a Polkadot Lender

Once you have DOT, you'll need to select a Polkadot lending platform to lend your tokens. You can explore some options here.

Platform	Coin	Interest rate
Nexo	Polkadot (DOT)	Up to 15% APY
EarnPark	Polkadot (DOT)	Up to 5.5% APY
YouHodler	Polkadot (DOT)	Up to 16% APY
Bitget	Polkadot (DOT)	Up to 8.6% APY
Blockchain.com	Polkadot (DOT)	Up to 5% APY

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3. Earn Polkadot
Once you've selected a platform to earn your Polkadot, transfer your Polkadot into your wallet on the earning platform. Once it's deposited, it will begin to earn APY. Some platforms pay interest daily, while others do so weekly or monthly.
4. Earn Interest
Now all you need to do is relax while your cryptocurrency earns interest. The more you deposit, the higher your potential earnings. Ensure that your earning platform offers compounding APY to maximize your returns.

What to be Aware of

Lending your cryptocurrency can be risky. Ensure you conduct thorough research before depositing your crypto. Only lend what you can afford to lose. Review their lending practices, customer feedback, and the measures they have in place to secure your cryptocurrency.

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Market cap: US$10.07B
24h volume: US$318.92M
Circulating supply: 1.52B DOT

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