Avalanche

Avalanche is a high-performance blockchain platform designed for builders who need to scale. Engineered with a revolutionary three-part Layer 1 (L1) architecture, Avalanche is anchored by its Avalanche Consensus Mechanism, ensuring near-instant finality for transactions. The platform also features an open-source Layer 0 (L0) framework, enabling the seamless creation of interoperable Layer 1 blockchains with high throughput on both public and private networks

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What is Avalanche Staking?

Avalanche (AVAX) staking allows token holders to participate in securing the Avalanche network through the Proof-of-Stake consensus mechanism. By staking AVAX, users help validate transactions and maintain network security and in return, they earn staking rewards paid in AVAX.

  • To stake AVAX, you move your tokens to the P-Chain through a cross-chain transfer from either the X-Chain or the C-Chain. Staking and validator-related activities happen exclusively on the P-Chain.

  • The minimum delegation amount is 25 AVAX.

FAQ

  1. Is there a fee?

    • We charge a 10% commission fees for running staking infrastructure. The APY shown on the dashboard is the yield before deducting commissions.

    • As AVAX staking is native to Avalanche, do ensure that you have sufficient AVAX in your wallet to pay for transaction gas fees.

  2. Why there is no unstake button?

    • AVAX staking usually involves selecting a lock-up period for staking, which can range from 2 weeks to 1 year.

    • When your staking period ends, your tokens become unlocked and funds will be automatically unstaked without requiring a manual unstake action.

  3. How to claim my rewards?

    • On the Avalanche network itself, staking rewards accumulate continuously and are distributed at the end of your staking period (which can range from 2 weeks to 1 year based on your chosen lock-up).