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What is crypto staking?

Staking is the process of participating in block validation on proof-of-stake (PoS) blockchains, similar to Bitcoin mining. By staking your crypto, you support network security and earn token rewards. Depending on your location and the token, you may access one or both of these staking modes:

  • Locked Earn: where your cryptoassets earn maximum APY, but you cannot sell or send them while they're staked. Once you request to unstake your assets, you’ll need to wait for a period of time before you can access them again. This is known as a lockup period
  • Auto Earn: where your cryptoassets earn a lower APY, but remain available for selling and sending in normal circumstances. Full liquidity may be subject to delays in extreme circumstances. T&Cs apply

Tokens supported for staking

  • Algorand (ALGO)
  • Cardano (ADA)
  • Celestia (TIA)
  • Cosmos (ATOM)
  • Ethereum (ETH)
  • Injective (INJ)
  • Kusama (KSM)
  • NEAR Protocol (NEAR)
  • Osmosis (OSMO)
  • Polygon (POL)
  • Solana (SOL)
  • Sui (SUI)
  • Tezos (XTZ)
  • Toncoin (TON)
  • TRON (TRX)

What is APY and how are staking rewards calculated?

The Annual Percentage Yield (APY) rate you see in-app is a variable projection based on the rewards we've received historically for each token and that we expect to continue to receive in the future. Past performance isn't a reliable indicator of future results.

Each network sets the underlying return rate depending on the number of staking participants. The APY shown in-app is the net estimated rate you're expected to earn.

Crypto staking rewards are not guaranteed. Tax may be payable on the rewards received.

Is staking crypto safe?

We work with trusted third-party providers to protect your funds from exposure to risk. Staking crypto carries specific risks, such as slashing and downtime penalties, which can result in loss of stake.

Revolut will continue holding staked cryptoassets on your behalf, and you'll remain the beneficial owner of your cryptoassets.

It's important for you to understand the unique risks that staking cryptoassets carry. Read our Cryptoasset Specific Risks page to learn more.