How to Stake Cardano (ADA) on Solflare

Solflare may not directly support ADA staking, but you can still use Solflare to buy ADA and transfer it for staking.

Current APY

2.3%

Price

$0.2509

Platform Fee

Platform Type

wallet

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Step-by-Step: Stake ADA on Solflare

Install Solflare

Download and install Solflare from its official site. Set up a new wallet or import an existing seed phrase, and back up your recovery phrase securely.

Fund the wallet with ADA

Buy ADA on an exchange (Coinbase, Kraken, Binance) and withdraw to your Solflare address. Double-check the network before sending.

Open the staking section

In Solflare, navigate to the staking or earn tab for Cardano. Pick a validator — look for low commission, long uptime, and avoid the top validator to support decentralization.

Delegate and confirm

Enter the amount of ADA to stake and confirm the transaction. Rewards typically begin accruing in 1–2 epochs and compound automatically or are claimable from the same screen.

Solflare for ADA Staking: Pros & Cons

Pros

+ Deeper staking analytics than Phantom (skip rate, MEV revenue)
+ Stake-account splitting and merging from the UI
+ Strong Ledger integration
+ Native LST support (mSOL, jitoSOL, bSOL, etc.)

Cons

- UX a bit more technical than Phantom
- Solana-only
- Smaller user base than Phantom (~1M vs 5M+)

Other Platforms for ADA Staking

🏦Coinbase

Exchange · 25–35% commission on rewards

🐙Kraken

Exchange · 10–15% commission on rewards

🟡Binance Staking

Exchange · Fees built into displayed APY

🌲Everstake

validator · 5–10% commission

🔐Ledger

wallet · No platform fee — only network/validator commission

🦋Daedalus

wallet · No platform fee — pool operator margin only (typically 1–5%)

🗡️Yoroi

wallet · No platform fee — pool operator margin only

🌿Lace

wallet · No platform fee — pool operator margin only

🍃Nami

wallet · No platform fee — pool operator margin only

♾️Eternl

wallet · No platform fee — pool operator margin only

🌅Exodus

wallet · No platform fee — validator commission only (note: Exodus's swap feature charges spread)

FAQ: ADA Staking on Solflare

What APY can I earn staking ADA on Solflare?

The current estimated APY for ADA staking is around 2.3%. Actual rates vary based on network conditions, validator performance, and Solflare's fee structure (No platform fee — validator commission only).

Is staking ADA on Solflare safe?

Solflare is a non-custodial protocol with a low risk profile for ADA staking. As a non-custodial platform, you retain control of your private keys. Always assess your risk tolerance before staking.

How long does it take to unstake ADA from Solflare?

Unstaking times depend on the network: Until end of next epoch (~2–3 days). During the unstaking period, your ADA won't earn rewards.

What fees does Solflare charge for ADA staking?

Solflare charges No platform fee — validator commission only. These fees are typically deducted from your staking rewards automatically.

Can I stake ADA on other platforms?

Yes! You can compare all available platforms for ADA staking on our How to Stake Cardano guide. Different platforms offer different APY rates, fees, and custody models.