How to Stake Aleph Zero in 2026
How much can you earn?
Estimate your rewards from staking Aleph Zero.
What is Aleph Zero staking?
Staking Aleph Zero means locking your AZERO to help validate transactions on the Aleph Zero network. In return you earn rewards — currently about 12.0% a year. Your AZERO stays yours the whole time; you're delegating it, not giving it away.
Is staking Aleph Zero worth it in 2026?
Aleph Zero's ~12.0% APY is on the higher end, and higher yield means higher risk: newer networks, thinner liquidity, and more price volatility. It can be worth it if you believe in the project long-term and only stake what you're comfortable holding through swings.
Follow the step-by-step guide below to start staking AZERO.
How to stake Aleph Zero
Set up your wallet
Download a Aleph Zero-compatible wallet (MetaMask, Ledger, or the native wallet). Secure your seed phrase offline.
Get AZERO
Buy AZERO on a major exchange (Coinbase, Binance, Kraken) and transfer to your wallet. Keep a little extra for gas fees.
Choose a staking option
No minimum required. Delegate any amount to a validator or use a liquid staking protocol for maximum flexibility.
Start earning
Confirm the transaction and you're staking. Rewards accumulate automatically — check in periodically to monitor your position.
What to watch out for
Aleph Zero staking — common questions
What is the current AZERO staking APY?
The current Aleph Zero staking APY is approximately 12.00%. This rate fluctuates based on network participation and total staked supply. Data is updated every few hours.
Is there a minimum to stake AZERO?
No minimum stake required for Aleph Zero. You can start with any amount.
How risky is AZERO staking?
Aleph Zero staking is a higher-risk option, with potential for significant slashing, smart contract exploits, or high volatility.
What type of staking does AZERO use?
Aleph Zero uses native staking. Stake directly on the blockchain by delegating to validators.
What percentage of AZERO is staked?
About 30.0% of the total Aleph Zero supply is currently staked, worth $471,312.