Topics covered

• Key Details for Staking ETH in Trust Wallet
• Step-by-Step Guide on How to Stake ETH
• Instructions for Unstaking ETH

What Is ETH Staking?

Ethereum (ETH) is the native asset of the Ethereum blockchain, one of the most widely used platforms for decentralized applications (dApps) and smart contracts.

By staking ETH, you help support the Ethereum network by participating in its Proof-of-Stake (PoS) consensus mechanism. In return, you can earn rewards over time.

With Trust Wallet, you can stake ETH directly from the wallet and track your staking activity in the Earn section.

⚠️ Important:

Staking ETH locks your funds temporarily. During this time, your ETH cannot be transferred or used until it is unstaked and claimed.

Key Details for Staking ETH in Trust Wallet

Before staking ETH, it's important to understand a few key parameters:

Minimum staking amount:

0.025 ETH

Lockup period:

Approximately 4 days after initiating the unstake process.

Staking yield (APR):

The current reward rate can be viewed directly in the Earn section of the Trust Wallet app.

⚠️ Important:

Staking rewards and infrastructure are facilitated through Trust Wallet’s staking partners. Trust Wallet does not control the staking rate, lockup period, validator performance, or minimum staking requirements.

Pro Tip:

Make sure you are using the latest version of Trust Wallet to access the most up-to-date staking features and improvements.

Step-by-Step Guide on How to Stake ETH

Follow these steps to start staking ETH in Trust Wallet.

1. Open Trust Wallet and select Discover from the Home menu.
2. Tap Earn to open the Earn section.
3. Scroll down and tap View All under Native Staking, then select ETH.
4. Tap Stake.
5. Enter the amount of ETH you want to stake and choose a validator (or keep the default validator).
6. Tap Continue.
7. Review the transaction details and select Confirm.

Once your ETH is successfully staked, you can monitor your staking position in My Earn Portfolio under the Discover section.

Instructions for Unstaking ETH

If you decide to stop staking, you can unstake your ETH directly from the Earn portfolio.

1. Open Trust Wallet and select Discover.
2. Tap My Earn Portfolio.
3. Select the ETH staking position.
4. Tap Unstake.
5. Review the amount being unstaked and tap Continue.
6. Confirm the transaction.

After the validator completes the unstaking process, your ETH will become claimable.

⚠️ Important:

Unstaking ETH involves a two-step process:

1. Unstake transaction – initiates the unstaking process.
2. Claim transaction – required after the waiting period to make your ETH transferable.

The waiting period is typically around 4 days, depending on the validator and network conditions. Both steps require separate on-chain transactions and network fees.

FAQ

Q: What is the minimum staking amount for ETH?

The minimum amount required to stake ETH in Trust Wallet is 0.025 ETH.

Q: When do staking rewards start accruing?

Rewards typically begin one day after staking.

Q: How frequently are ETH staking rewards calculated?

Rewards accumulate approximately every 24 hours (per epoch).

Q: Is there a minimum claim amount for staking rewards?

No. When you unstake, both your original stake and accumulated rewards become available after the lockup period.

Q: Are ETH staking rewards automatically compounded?

No. ETH staking rewards are not automatically compounded.

Q: What is the lockup period for staking ETH?

The lockup period is approximately 4 days after initiating the unstaking process.

Q: Can I use my ETH while it is staked?

No. Staked ETH is locked and cannot be transferred or used until it has been unstaked and claimed.

⚠️ Key Takeaway

Staking ETH allows you to earn rewards while supporting the Ethereum network. However, because Trust Wallet is non-custodial, you remain fully responsible for your staking decisions and understanding the staking terms before locking your assets.