How to Earn Polkadot

Discover proven methods to earn DOT through staking and DeFi opportunities in the Polkadot ecosystem.

Staking

15.0% APY

Earn passively from staking your DOT

Lending

16.0% APY

Earn passively by lending your DOT

Get Started: Buy Polkadot

Compare Polkadot prices across major exchanges

Platform	Coin	Price
Nexo	Polkadot (DOT)	4.11
PrimeXBT	Polkadot (DOT)	4.1
Uphold	Polkadot (DOT)	4.1

Tips for buying Polkadot:

Compare prices across exchanges for the best deal
Think about setting up price alerts for the best entry points
Move to a secure wallet after purchase for long-term holding
Begin with a small amount to familiarise yourself with the process

Popular Ways to Earn DOT

Explore different methods to earn Polkadot and choose what works best for you

Staking

Earn up to 15.0% APY by staking your DOT

Platform	Coin	Staking rewards
Uphold	Polkadot (DOT)	Up to 9.5 APY
YouHodler	Polkadot (DOT)	Up to 15 APY

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Steps

1.Choose a staking provider
2.Lock your DOT in the staking contract
3.Start earning staking rewards
4.Check your earnings via the provider dashboard

Tips

•Compare different providers to find the best rates
•Think about the lock-up period before staking
•Start with a small amount to test the service

Take Note

•Staked DOT might be locked for a longer period
•Validator performance impacts rewards
•Smart contract risks

Lending

Earn up to 16.0% APY by lending your DOT

Platform	Coin	Interest rate
Nexo	Polkadot (DOT)	Up to 15 APY
YouHodler	Polkadot (DOT)	Up to 16 APY
EarnPark	Polkadot (DOT)	Up to 5.5 APY

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Steps

1.Choose a lending platform
2.Deposit your DOT into the lending pool
3.Begin earning interest right away
4.Withdraw anytime (subject to platform conditions)

Tips

•Compare interest rates across platforms
•Understand the platform’s security measures
•Stay on top of market conditions

Take Note

•Variable interest rates may vary
•Platform security risks
•Market volatility can impact returns

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Frequently Asked Questions About Earning Polkadot

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