How to Stake Cosmos Hub (ATOM) on Trust Wallet

Trust Wallet directly supports ATOM staking. Here's how to get started and earn up to 20.5% APY.

Current APY

20.5%

Price

$1.82

Platform Fee

Platform Type

wallet

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Step-by-Step: Stake ATOM on Trust Wallet

Install Trust Wallet

Download and install Trust Wallet 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 ATOM

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

Open the staking section

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

Delegate and confirm

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

Trust Wallet for ATOM Staking: Pros & Cons

Pros

+ 100+ chains supported in one app — easiest multi-chain staking
+ Mobile-first; great onboarding for beginners
+ Owned by Binance (large ops/security team behind it)
+ Built-in DEX and dApp browser

Cons

- Mobile-only (no full desktop client)
- Earn tab pushes some Binance-affiliated products
- 2023 vulnerability disclosure on its in-house key generation

Other Platforms for ATOM Staking

🏦Coinbase

Exchange · 25–35% commission on rewards

🐙Kraken

Exchange · 10–15% commission on rewards

🟡Binance Staking

Exchange · Fees built into displayed APY

⭕OKX

Exchange · 10–20% commission

🔵Bybit

Exchange · Built into rates

⚓Ankr

Liquid Staking · 2% of staking rewards

🏛️Figment

validator · Varies (institutional pricing)

🌲Everstake

validator · 5–10% commission

🎵Chorus One

validator · 5–10% commission

🔐Ledger

wallet · No platform fee — only network/validator commission

🌌Keplr Wallet

wallet · No platform fee — validator commission only (typically 5–10%)

🪂Leap Wallet

wallet · No platform fee — validator commission only

🌅Exodus

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

FAQ: ATOM Staking on Trust Wallet

What APY can I earn staking ATOM on Trust Wallet?

The current estimated APY for ATOM staking is around 20.5%. Actual rates vary based on network conditions, validator performance, and Trust Wallet's fee structure (No platform fee — validator commission only).

Is staking ATOM on Trust Wallet safe?

Trust Wallet is a non-custodial protocol with a low risk profile for ATOM 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 ATOM from Trust Wallet?

Unstaking times depend on the network: Asset-dependent (e.g. ATOM 21 days, TRX 14 days). During the unstaking period, your ATOM won't earn rewards.

What fees does Trust Wallet charge for ATOM staking?

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

Can I stake ATOM on other platforms?

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