Where and How to Stake NEAR Protocol (near)

Introduction

Staking NEAR Protocol can be a great option for those who want to hold near but earn yield in a safe way while contributing to the network. 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 Guide

1. 1. Obtain NEAR Protocol (near) Tokens

   In order to stake NEAR Protocol, you need to have it. To obtain NEAR Protocol, you'll need to purchase it. You can choose from these popular exchanges.

   Platform	Coin	Price
   BTSE	NEAR Protocol (near)	1.38
   Nexo	NEAR Protocol (near)	1.38

2. 2. Choose a NEAR Protocol Wallet

   Once you have near, you'll need to choose a NEAR Protocol wallet to store your tokens. Here are some good options.

   Platform	Coin	Staking rewards
   Nexo	NEAR Protocol (near)	Up to 8% APY

3. 3. Delegate Your near

   We recommend using a staking pool when staking near. It's simpler and faster to get up-and-running. A staking pool is a group of validators who combine their near, which gives them a higher chance of validating transactions and earning rewards. You can do 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 NEAR Protocol network. You'll be rewarded with near for these validations.

What to be Aware of

There are transaction and staking pool fees you need to consider. There can also be a waiting period before you start earning rewards. The staking pool will need to generate blocks, and this can take some time.