Where & how to lend Chainlink (LINK)

Introduction

Lending Chainlink can be a great option for those who want to hold LINK but earn yield. The steps can be a little daunting, especially the first time you do them. That’s why we’ve put this guide together for you.

Step-by-step

1. 1. Obtain Chainlink (LINK) tokens

   In order to lend Chainlink, you need to have it. To obtain Chainlink, you’ll need to purchase it. You can choose from these popular exchanges.

   Platform	Coin	Price
   Nexo	Chainlink (LINK)	$11.23
   Bitpanda	Chainlink (LINK)	$11.34
   Uphold	Chainlink (LINK)	$11.3
   Wirex	Chainlink (LINK)	$11.4
   Klink	Chainlink (LINK)	$11.32
   Kraken	Chainlink (LINK)	$11.29

   See all 22 prices

2. 2. Choose a Chainlink lender

   Once you have LINK, you’ll need to choose a Chainlink lending platform to lend your tokens. You can see some options here.

   Platform	Coin	Interest rate
   Nexo	Chainlink (LINK)	Up to 7% APY
   Kucoin	Chainlink (LINK)	Up to 0.0278% APY
   Aave	Chainlink (LINK)	Up to 0.0288% APY

   See all 10 lending rates

3. 3. Lend your Chainlink

   Once you’ve chosen a platform to lending your Chainlink, transfer your Chainlink into your wallet in the lending platform. Once it’s deposited, it will start earning interest. Some platforms pay interest daily, while others are weekly, or monthly.

4. 4. Earn interest

   Now all you need to do is sit back while your crypto earns interest. The more you deposit, the more interest you can earn. Try to make sure your lending platform pays compounding interest to maximise your returns.

What to be aware of

Lending your crypto can be risky. Make sure you do your research before depositing your crypto. Don’t lend more than you’re willing to lose. Check their lending practices, reviews, and how they secure your cryptocurrency.