Topics covered:
1. Key details for staking XTZ in Trust Wallet
2. Step-by-step guide on how to stake XTZ
3. Instructions for unstaking XTZ
This guide walks you through the process of staking XTZ (Tezos) using Trust Wallet. XTZ is the native cryptocurrency of the Tezos network, a Layer 1 blockchain (a base-layer network that settles its own transactions directly) known for its unique self-amending cryptographic ledger (a blockchain that can upgrade its own rules without a hard fork) and energy-efficient consensus mechanism.
Key Details for Staking XTZ with Trust Wallet
Minimum Staking Amount: No minimum.
Lockup Period: None (XTZ staking rewards start earning one day after staking).
Note: During the XTZ staking period, both your staked XTZ and any rewards generated remain locked. You will not have access to these funds until the unstaking process for your XTZ is completed.
Staking Yield (APR — Annual Percentage Rate): View current XTZ staking rates in the Earn section of the Trust Wallet app.
Important: XTZ staking and rewards are managed by Trust Wallet's partners. Therefore, Trust Wallet does not control the staking rate, lockup period, or minimum staking requirement for XTZ. Lockup specifics, including any time frames for staking and unstaking XTZ, are determined by the Tezos network itself.
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How to Stake XTZ
Open Trust Wallet.
Select Earn.
Go to the Native Staking option.
Search for XTZ and select it.
Tap Stake.
Choose the amount of XTZ to stake.
Select a validator (a node that processes transactions and secures the Tezos network), or leave the default validator selected.
Tap Continue.
Review the staking details and tap Confirm to complete staking your XTZ.
How to Unstake XTZ
From the main wallet page, go to Earn.
Select XTZ.
Choose Unstake.
Follow the on-screen prompts to confirm unstaking your XTZ.
Note: Once you tap Unstake, your XTZ balance will not be reflected immediately in your wallet. Your unstaked XTZ will remain in a lockup period of approximately 1–2 days before it appears in your wallet. To check your balance and the status of your unstaked XTZ, enter your wallet address on TzStats (the Tezos network block explorer) for a more detailed view.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum staking amount for XTZ?
There is no minimum amount required to stake XTZ.
When will I start receiving rewards after staking XTZ?
XTZ staking rewards depend on the amount of XTZ you stake and on network conditions. Earning typically starts one day after you stake your XTZ.
How often are XTZ staking rewards distributed?
The frequency of XTZ staking reward distribution depends on network conditions and the amount of XTZ staked. Trust Wallet does not control the distribution frequency for XTZ rewards.
Is there a minimum reward amount required to claim XTZ staking rewards?
No minimum accrued reward is required to claim XTZ staking rewards. Once the lockup period ends, you will receive your staked XTZ along with any rewards.
Are my XTZ staking rewards automatically compounded?
XTZ staking rewards are automatically compounded. Any accrued XTZ staking rewards are added back to your staked balance.
What is the lockup period for staking XTZ?
The lockup period for unstaking XTZ is not fixed yet.
Can I use my XTZ while it is staked?
Your XTZ tokens cannot be used while they are staked, because they are locked during the staking period. To access or use your XTZ tokens, you must first unstake them, after which they will become available for use once the lockup period concludes.