Avalanche Staking
Avalanche is a fast, low-cost smart contract platform. Staking AVAX helps secure the network with a minimum of 25 AVAX for delegation, or use liquid staking for smaller amounts.
How much can you earn?
Estimate your rewards from staking Avalanche.
Best places to stake AVAX
Best places to stake Avalanche (AVAX)
| Platform | APR | Min. Stake | Lock Period | Insurance | Non-Custodial | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
CO Core WalletTop pick | ★8.50% | 25 AVAX | 14 days | View → | ||
BE BENQI (sAVAX) | 7.80% | Any | Flexible | View → | ||
BI Binance | 7.20% | 1 AVAX | Flexible | View → | ||
CO Coinbase | 6.50% | Any | Flexible | View → | ||
KR Kraken | 7.00% | Any | 14 days | View → |
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How to stake Avalanche
Get the Core wallet
Download Core (core.app) — Avalanche's official wallet. Available as a browser extension and mobile app.
Buy or transfer AVAX
Purchase AVAX on an exchange and send to your Core wallet. You need at least 25 AVAX for native delegation.
Delegate to a validator
In Core, go to the Staking tab, browse validators, and delegate. Choose validators with low fees and high uptime.
Earn rewards
Staking rewards are distributed at the end of your staking period (minimum 14 days). Restake to compound.
Common questions about Avalanche staking
Is staking Avalanche safe?
Staking Avalanche carries smart contract risk, validator risk, and market risk. Using reputable platforms like those listed above reduces smart contract risk. Validator risk means you could get "slashed" if your validator misbehaves — but major platforms have safeguards. Market risk (price fluctuation) always applies.
What is the difference between APR and APY?
APR (Annual Percentage Rate) is the simple annual yield. APY (Annual Percentage Yield) accounts for compounding — reinvesting rewards to earn more. If rewards are compounded daily, APY will be slightly higher than APR.
Can I unstake anytime?
It depends on the platform. Liquid staking platforms (like Lido or Marinade) let you exit instantly. Native staking has an unbonding period that varies by network.