How to Stake Based in 2026
How much can you earn?
Estimate your rewards from staking Based.
How to stake Based
Get BASED
Acquire BASED from an exchange.
Connect to DeFi platform
Connect your wallet to the Based DeFi platform offering staking.
Approve and deposit
Approve the smart contract and deposit your BASED to start earning.
Harvest rewards
Monitor and harvest rewards periodically for optimal compounding.
What to watch out for
Based staking — common questions
What is the current BASED staking APY?
The current Based staking APY is approximately 10.00%. This rate fluctuates based on network participation and total staked supply. Data is updated every 4 hours.
Is there a minimum to stake BASED?
No minimum stake required for Based. You can start with any amount.
How risky is BASED staking?
Based staking carries high risk. This is a higher-risk staking option with potential for significant slashing, smart contract exploits, or high volatility.
What type of staking does BASED use?
Based uses defi staking. DeFi staking through smart contracts can offer higher yields with additional smart contract risk.
What percentage of BASED is staked?
About 30.0% of the total Based supply is currently staked, worth $4.13M.