How to Stake Mantle in 2026
How much can you earn?
Estimate your rewards from staking Mantle.
What is Mantle staking?
Staking Mantle means locking your MNT to help validate transactions on the Mantle network. In return you earn rewards — currently about 5.0% a year. Your MNT stays yours the whole time; you're delegating it, not giving it away.
Is staking Mantle worth it in 2026?
At ~5.0% APY, Mantle 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 MNT staked for a while rather than trading it actively.
Follow the step-by-step guide below to start staking MNT.
How to stake Mantle
Set up your wallet
Download a Mantle-compatible wallet (MetaMask, Ledger, or the native wallet). Secure your seed phrase offline.
Get MNT
Buy MNT on a major exchange (Coinbase, Binance, Kraken) and transfer to your wallet. Keep a little extra for gas fees.
Choose a staking option
You need at least 1 MNT to start. Navigate to the staking interface or delegate to a trusted validator.
Start earning
Confirm the transaction and you're staking. Rewards accumulate automatically — check in periodically to monitor your position.
What to watch out for
Mantle staking — common questions
What is the current MNT staking APY?
The current Mantle staking APY is approximately 5.00%. This rate fluctuates based on network participation and total staked supply. Data is updated every few hours.
Is there a minimum to stake MNT?
Yes, the minimum stake for Mantle is 1 MNT. Some third-party platforms allow smaller amounts through pooled staking.
How risky is MNT staking?
Mantle staking carries medium risk. There are some risks including potential slashing, lock-up periods, and smart contract risk.
What type of staking does MNT use?
Mantle uses native staking. Stake directly on the blockchain by delegating to validators.
What percentage of MNT is staked?
About 30.0% of the total Mantle supply is currently staked, worth $647.06M.