How to Stake Ion (ION) on Solflare

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

Current APY

12.0%

Price

$24.67

Platform Fee

Platform Type

wallet

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Step-by-Step: Stake ION 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 ION

Buy ION 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 Ion. Pick a validator — look for low commission, long uptime, and avoid the top validator to support decentralization.

Delegate and confirm

Enter the amount of ION 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 ION 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+)

FAQ: ION Staking on Solflare

What APY can I earn staking ION on Solflare?

The current estimated APY for ION staking is around 12.0%. Actual rates vary based on network conditions, validator performance, and Solflare's fee structure (No platform fee — validator commission only).

Is staking ION on Solflare safe?

Solflare is a non-custodial protocol with a high risk profile for ION 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 ION from Solflare?

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

What fees does Solflare charge for ION staking?

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

Can I stake ION on other platforms?

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