How to Stake Osmosis (OSMO) on Lido Finance

Lido Finance may not directly support OSMO staking, but you can still use Lido Finance to buy OSMO and transfer it for staking.

Current APY

1.6%

Price

$0.0316

Platform Fee

10%

Platform Type

liquid

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Step-by-Step: Stake OSMO on Lido Finance

Get a compatible wallet

You'll need a Web3 wallet (like MetaMask, Phantom, or Keplr) that supports Osmosis's network.

Acquire OSMO

Buy OSMO from an exchange and transfer it to your wallet, or swap for it using a DEX.

Visit Lido Finance

Go to Lido Finance's staking interface and connect your wallet.

Stake and receive liquid tokens

Enter your OSMO amount and confirm the staking transaction. You'll receive a liquid staking token (LST) representing your staked position.

Use your LST in DeFi (optional)

Your liquid staking token can be used across DeFi — lend it, provide liquidity, or hold it to earn staking rewards passively.

Lido Finance for OSMO Staking: Pros & Cons

Pros

+ Largest ETH liquid staking protocol by TVL ($35B+)
+ stETH usable across 100+ DeFi protocols
+ No minimum deposit — stake any amount
+ Daily staking rewards auto-compound via rebasing

Cons

- Smart contract risk (though heavily audited)
- Lido controls ~33% of staked ETH — centralization concern
- 10% fee on rewards
- stETH may trade at slight discount to ETH

Other Platforms for OSMO Staking

🌌Keplr Wallet

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

🛡️Trust Wallet

wallet · No platform fee — validator commission only

🪂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: OSMO Staking on Lido Finance

What APY can I earn staking OSMO on Lido Finance?

The current estimated APY for OSMO staking is around 1.6%. Actual rates vary based on network conditions, validator performance, and Lido Finance's fee structure (10% of staking rewards (split: 5% node operators, 5% DAO treasury)).

Is staking OSMO on Lido Finance safe?

Lido Finance is a non-custodial protocol with a medium risk profile for OSMO 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 OSMO from Lido Finance?

Unstaking times depend on the network: Flexible (stETH is liquid and tradeable). During the unstaking period, your OSMO won't earn rewards.

What fees does Lido Finance charge for OSMO staking?

Lido Finance charges 10% of staking rewards (split: 5% node operators, 5% DAO treasury). These fees are typically deducted from your staking rewards automatically.

Can I stake OSMO on other platforms?

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