How to Stake Solana (SOL) on Eternl

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

Current APY

5.8%

Price

$83.61

Platform Fee

Platform Type

wallet

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Step-by-Step: Stake SOL on Eternl

Install Eternl

Download and install Eternl 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 SOL

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

Open the staking section

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

Delegate and confirm

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

Eternl for SOL Staking: Pros & Cons

Pros

+ Most feature-rich Cardano wallet — multi-account, multisig support
+ Strong Ledger and Trezor integrations
+ Advanced staking tools — split delegation across multiple pools
+ Browser extension + web app + mobile

Cons

- UI dense — steeper learning curve than Lace or Nami
- ADA-only
- Web/extension only — mobile is companion-only

Other Platforms for SOL 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

🥩Marinade Finance

Liquid Staking · 6% of staking rewards

⚡Jito

Liquid Staking · 4% 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

👻Phantom

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

🔥Solflare

wallet · No platform fee — validator commission only

🛡️Trust Wallet

wallet · No platform fee — validator commission only

🌅Exodus

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

FAQ: SOL Staking on Eternl

What APY can I earn staking SOL on Eternl?

The current estimated APY for SOL staking is around 5.8%. Actual rates vary based on network conditions, validator performance, and Eternl's fee structure (No platform fee — pool operator margin only).

Is staking SOL on Eternl safe?

Eternl is a non-custodial protocol with a low risk profile for SOL 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 SOL from Eternl?

Unstaking times depend on the network: None — delegated ADA stays liquid. During the unstaking period, your SOL won't earn rewards.

What fees does Eternl charge for SOL staking?

Eternl charges No platform fee — pool operator margin only. These fees are typically deducted from your staking rewards automatically.

Can I stake SOL on other platforms?

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