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What is Staking?

Staking is the process of locking up your tokens to participate in the security of the blockchain. On Dexari, you can stake your $HYPE tokens to help secure the Hyperliquid L1 and earn rewards in return.

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How it works

Hyperliquid operates on a Proof-of-Stake (PoS) consensus mechanism. To process transactions quickly and securely, the network relies on Validators. When you stake your HYPE on Dexari, you are delegating your tokens to a Validator.
  • Security: The more HYPE that is staked, the harder it is for bad actors to attack the network.
  • Rewards: In exchange for delegating, you receive a share of the network emissions.

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How to stake HYPE on Dexari

1

Check your HYPE balance

You need HYPE tokens in your Spot account to stake. If needed, deposit funds or swap for HYPE in the Trade tab.
2

Navigate to the Earn tab

Tap the Earn icon in the bottom navigation bar.
3

Tap 'Stake HYPE' and select a validator

This opens the staking details. You will see a list of validators displaying their current APR, commission, and total staked HYPE. Tap on your preferred validator and select Stake.
4

Enter the amount

Enter the amount of HYPE you wish to bond.
5

Confirm your transaction

Review the lock-up terms and network fee, then hold to Confirm. Your tokens are now bonded, and rewards will begin accruing immediately.
You can view your completed staking activity from the History tab. Manage your staked assets directly from the Earn tab.

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Staking Rewards & APR

The Annual Percentage Rate (APR) for staking is determined by the total amount of HYPE staked on the network.
  • Stability: While the rate is technically dynamic (based on total network stake), it tends to be stable over time compared to trading vaults.
  • Auto-Compounding: Rewards are automatically restaked (compounded) to your validator. You do not need to manually claim them; your staked balance simply grows over time.

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Important Considerations

Before you stake, it is important to understand the constraints:
  • Lock-up Period: Staked funds are “bonded” to the network. You cannot trade or transfer them while they are staked.
  • Unbonding Period (7 Days): If you decide to withdraw, there is a mandatory 7-day unbonding period before your funds become liquid again. You do not earn rewards during this waiting period.
  • Slashing Risk: If a validator performs maliciously, a portion of the staked funds could potentially be penalized (“slashed”). Dexari only surfaces reputable validators to minimize this risk.
Note regarding Custody: Staking on Dexari is non-custodial. You retain full ownership of your assets and are simply granting “voting power” to a validator, not transferring your funds to them.