How to Stake Waves (WAVES) on Phantom

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

Current APY

12.0%

Price

$0.4174

Platform Fee

Platform Type

wallet

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Step-by-Step: Stake WAVES on Phantom

Install Phantom

Download and install Phantom 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 WAVES

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

Open the staking section

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

Delegate and confirm

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

Phantom for WAVES Staking: Pros & Cons

Pros

+ Cleanest Solana staking UX on the market
+ Built-in validator picker with APY, commission, and skip-rate data
+ 5M+ users — battle-tested and well-maintained
+ Hardware-wallet support (Ledger), Face ID on mobile

Cons

- Native staking is SOL-only (other chains use third-party LSTs)
- 2–3 day unstake delay through epoch boundary
- Browser extension — phishing risk if you sign blind

FAQ: WAVES Staking on Phantom

What APY can I earn staking WAVES on Phantom?

The current estimated APY for WAVES staking is around 12.0%. Actual rates vary based on network conditions, validator performance, and Phantom's fee structure (No platform fee — validator commission (5–10%)).

Is staking WAVES on Phantom safe?

Phantom is a non-custodial protocol with a high risk profile for WAVES 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 WAVES from Phantom?

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

What fees does Phantom charge for WAVES staking?

Phantom charges No platform fee — validator commission (5–10%). These fees are typically deducted from your staking rewards automatically.

Can I stake WAVES on other platforms?

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