How to Stake Mento Dollar in 2026
How much can you earn?
Estimate your rewards from staking Mento Dollar.
What is Mento Dollar staking?
Staking Mento Dollar means putting your USDM to work in a DeFi protocol on Mento Dollar to earn about 11.3% APY. Unlike simply holding, your tokens are deposited into a smart contract that pays out rewards.
Is staking Mento Dollar worth it in 2026?
Mento Dollar's ~11.3% 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 USDM.
How to stake Mento Dollar
Get USDM
Acquire USDM from an exchange.
Connect to DeFi platform
Connect your wallet to the Mento Dollar DeFi platform offering staking.
Approve and deposit
Approve the smart contract and deposit your USDM to start earning.
Harvest rewards
Monitor and harvest rewards periodically for optimal compounding.
What to watch out for
Mento Dollar staking — common questions
What is the current USDM staking APY?
The current Mento Dollar staking APY is approximately 11.29%. This rate fluctuates based on network participation and total staked supply. Data is updated every few hours.
Is there a minimum to stake USDM?
No minimum stake required for Mento Dollar. You can start with any amount.
How risky is USDM staking?
Mento Dollar staking is a higher-risk option, with potential for significant slashing, smart contract exploits, or high volatility.
What type of staking does USDM use?
Mento Dollar uses DeFi staking through smart contracts, which can offer higher yields with additional smart contract risk.
What percentage of USDM is staked?
About 30.0% of the total Mento Dollar supply is currently staked, worth $4.44M.