Staking Polkadot for Passive Income
Staking Polkadot (DOT) enables you to earn rewards while contributing to network security. With Ledger Live, you can securely delegate your DOT to validators and start generating passive income effortlessly.
👉 Start staking Polkadot today
Why Stake Polkadot?
Polkadot revolutionizes blockchain interoperability by uniting multiple chains into a single network. By staking DOT, you:
- Earn ~14% annual rewards (rates vary based on validator performance).
- Support network security by validating transactions.
- Participate in Polkadot’s growth as a decentralized nominator.
Note: Rewards are not guaranteed. Ledger does not endorse specific staking strategies.
Benefits of Staking DOT with Ledger
🔒 Unmatched Security
Hold and grow your DOT securely with Ledger’s hardware wallets—your keys, your control.
🗳️ Validator Freedom
Choose from a curated list of validators to delegate your stake.
📱 All-in-One Management
Buy, swap, and stake DOT seamlessly in Ledger Live—your unified crypto hub.
Understanding Polkadot Staking Rewards
As a nominator, you earn rewards when validators you back successfully validate blocks. Key details:
- Current yield: ~14% APY (minus validator commissions).
- Validator selection matters: Poor performance (e.g., downtime) may slash your staked DOT.
- Unbonding period: 28 days to withdraw staked funds.
📊 Pro tip: Use staking calculators to estimate returns.
How to Stake Polkadot with Ledger
- Get a Ledger Wallet – The safest way to store crypto.
- Install Ledger Live – Manage assets and stake in one app.
- Set Up Polkadot Account – Follow in-app guides.
- Transfer DOT – Buy tokens or deposit existing holdings.
- Delegate to Validators – Select a validator via Ledger Live and confirm your stake.
🔥 More Assets to Stake
Ledger supports staking for multiple cryptocurrencies, including Ethereum 2.0 and Tezos.
Polkadot Staking FAQ
❓ What’s the minimum DOT to stake?
~80 DOT (dynamic threshold). Smaller stakes may not earn rewards.
⏳ How long to unlock staked DOT?
28 days (Polkadot protocol requirement).
💰 When are rewards paid?
Rewards distribute per era (24-hour cycles). Payouts trigger when validators or nominators claim them.
🛡️ Why choose Ledger over exchanges?
Full asset ownership + higher security vs. custodial platforms.
Learn More About Staking
Dive deeper with Ledger Academy or explore School of Block on YouTube for staking tutorials.
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