Introduction

Staking Gems can be an excellent choice for those looking to hold GEM while earning APY in a secure manner and supporting the network. 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. 1. Acquire Gems (GEM) Tokens

   To stake Gems, you first need to acquire it. To obtain Gems, you'll need to buy it. You can select from these popular exchanges available in South Africa.

2. 2. Select a Gems Wallet

   Once you have GEM, you'll need to choose a Gems wallet to store your tokens securely. Here are some solid options to consider.

3. 3. Delegate Your GEM

   We recommend using a staking pool when staking GEM. It's simpler and quicker to get started. A staking pool is a collective of validators who combine their GEM, which increases their chances of validating transactions and earning rewards. You can manage 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 Gems network. You'll be rewarded with GEM for these validations.

What to Keep in Mind

There are transaction and staking pool fees you need to take into account. Additionally, there may be a waiting period before you begin earning rewards. The staking pool will need to generate blocks, and this process can take some time.