How to Stake Livepeer in 2026
How much can you earn?
Estimate your rewards from staking Livepeer.
What is Livepeer staking?
Staking Livepeer means putting your LPT to work in a DeFi protocol on Ethereum to earn about 12.0% APY. Unlike simply holding, your tokens are deposited into a smart contract that pays out rewards.
Is staking Livepeer worth it in 2026?
At ~12.0% APY, Livepeer staking offers a solid middle-ground return. There's moderate risk — think lock-up periods and the usual price volatility — so it suits holders who are comfortable leaving LPT staked for a while rather than trading it actively.
Follow the step-by-step guide below to start staking LPT.
How to stake Livepeer
Get LPT
Acquire LPT from an exchange.
Connect to DeFi platform
Connect your wallet to the Ethereum DeFi platform offering staking.
Approve and deposit
Approve the smart contract and deposit your LPT to start earning.
Harvest rewards
Monitor and harvest rewards periodically for optimal compounding.
What to watch out for
Livepeer staking — common questions
What is the current LPT staking APY?
The current Livepeer 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 LPT?
Yes, the minimum stake for Livepeer is 0.1 LPT. Some third-party platforms allow smaller amounts through pooled staking.
How risky is LPT staking?
Livepeer staking carries medium risk. There are some risks including potential slashing, lock-up periods, and smart contract risk.
What type of staking does LPT use?
Livepeer uses DeFi staking through smart contracts, which can offer higher yields with additional smart contract risk.
What percentage of LPT is staked?
About 30.0% of the total Livepeer supply is currently staked, worth $29.85M.