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# Staking

> Learn how to earn rewards by securing the Hyperliquid network.

## 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.

## 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.

## How to stake HYPE on Dexari

<Steps>
  <Step title="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.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Navigate to the Earn tab">
    Tap the **Earn** icon in the bottom navigation bar.
  </Step>

  <Step title="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**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter the amount">
    Enter the amount of HYPE you wish to bond.
  </Step>

  <Step title="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.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Tip>
  You can view your completed staking activity from the History tab. Manage your staked assets directly from the Earn tab.
</Tip>

## **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.

## **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.