The Metal Blockchain staking FAQ

In this article, we’ll help you with some common questions about Metal Staking. You’ll find information on the staking APR, whether rewards are paid daily, how long it takes to unstake, and more.
 

What is the APR for staking METAL?

The Annual Staking Reward is a variable rate that currently ranges from about 10 to 12%. The longer you stake, the higher the reward.
 

Are staking rewards paid on a daily basis?

No, staking rewards are paid at the end of the staking period. 
 

What is the minimum amount I can delegate?

Users need to have 25 METAL to delegate their stake in the wallet. 
 

What is the minimum amount I need as a validator to stake?

Validators must hold at least 2000 METAL to become a validator.
 

What is the minimum and maximum staking duration?

For both validating and staking, the minimum duration is 14 days, while the maximum duration is 1 year (365 days).
 

What is the delegation fee?

The delegation fee set by validators is the portion of the rewards that goes to them. The minimum fee is 2%.
 

On which chain do you stake?

Staking occurs on the P chain of the Metal Blockchain. If you need to transfer between subchains, check out our guide.
 

How long does it take to unstake?

You will receive the unstaked METAL after the staking period ends. You can monitor this in the Metal Wallet under the rewards section.
 

Do I receive rewards if a validator node I’m staking with doesn’t meet 80% uptime?

Unfortunately, you won’t! If a validator fails to meet 80% uptime by the end of the staking period, neither the validator nor its delegators will earn staking rewards. You can keep an eye on validator uptimes here, in the local uptime section.