How to Lend Filecoin (FIL): A Step-by-Step Guide for South Africans

Introduction

Lending Filecoin can be an excellent choice for those looking to hold FIL while earning a return. The process may seem a bit overwhelming, particularly if it's your first time. That's why we've created this guide to assist you.

Step-by-Step Guide for South African Investors

1. Acquire Filecoin (FIL) Tokens
To lend Filecoin, you first need to possess it. To acquire Filecoin, you'll need to buy it. You can select from these well-known exchanges.
Platform Mint Cost
PrimeXBT Filecoin (FIL) 1,33
YouHodler Filecoin (FIL) 1,34
Binance Filecoin (FIL) 1,34
BTSE Filecoin (FIL) 1,34
OKX Filecoin (FIL) 1,33
Uphold Filecoin (FIL) 2,66
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2. Select a Filecoin Lender
Once you have FIL, you'll need to select a Filecoin lending platform to lend your tokens. You can explore some options here.
Platform Mint APY
YouHodler Filecoin (FIL) Up to 12% APY
Bitget Filecoin (FIL) Up to 4,2% APY
Gemini Filecoin (FIL) Up to 0,01% APY
View all 5 lending APYs
3. Lend Your Filecoin
Once you've selected a platform to lend your Filecoin, transfer your Filecoin into your wallet on the lending 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 in South Africa
Now all you need to do is sit back while your cryptocurrency earns APY. The more you deposit, the more interest you can earn. Make sure your lending platform pays compounding interest to maximise your returns.

Platform	Mint	Cost
PrimeXBT	Filecoin (FIL)	1,33
YouHodler	Filecoin (FIL)	1,34
Binance	Filecoin (FIL)	1,34
BTSE	Filecoin (FIL)	1,34
OKX	Filecoin (FIL)	1,33
Uphold	Filecoin (FIL)	2,66

Platform	Mint	APY
YouHodler	Filecoin (FIL)	Up to 12% APY
Bitget	Filecoin (FIL)	Up to 4,2% APY
Gemini	Filecoin (FIL)	Up to 0,01% APY

What to Keep in Mind

Lending your crypto can be risky. Ensure you conduct thorough research before depositing your crypto. Don't lend more than you're prepared to lose. Review their lending practices, customer feedback, and the measures they take to secure your cryptocurrency.