How to Stake NEO in 2026
How much can you earn?
Estimate your rewards from staking NEO.
How to stake NEO
Set up your wallet
Download a NEO-compatible wallet (MetaMask, Ledger, or the native wallet). Secure your seed phrase offline.
Get NEO
Buy NEO on a major exchange (Coinbase, Binance, Kraken) and transfer to your wallet. Keep a little extra for gas fees.
Choose a staking option
No minimum required. Delegate any amount to a validator or use a liquid staking protocol for maximum flexibility.
Start earning
Confirm the transaction and you're staking. Rewards accumulate automatically — check in periodically to monitor your position.
What to watch out for
NEO staking — common questions
What is the current NEO staking APY?
The current NEO staking APY is approximately 8.00%. This rate fluctuates based on network participation and total staked supply. Data is updated every 4 hours.
Is there a minimum to stake NEO?
No minimum stake required for NEO. You can start with any amount.
How risky is NEO staking?
NEO staking carries medium risk. There are some risks including potential slashing, lock-up periods, and smart contract risk.
What type of staking does NEO use?
NEO uses native staking. Stake directly on the blockchain by delegating to validators.
What percentage of NEO is staked?
About 30.0% of the total NEO supply is currently staked, worth $58.70M.