How to Stake sBTC in 2026
How much can you earn?
Estimate your rewards from staking sBTC.
What is sBTC staking?
sBTC is a liquid staking token: you deposit the underlying asset and receive SBTC, which keeps earning about 4.0% APY while staying tradeable. That means you can use it across DeFi instead of locking it up.
Is staking sBTC worth it in 2026?
At ~4.0% APY, sBTC 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 SBTC staked for a while rather than trading it actively.
Follow the step-by-step guide below to start staking SBTC.
How to stake sBTC
Get SBTC
Purchase SBTC on a supported exchange.
Connect your wallet
Connect your wallet to a liquid staking protocol.
Deposit and receive tokens
Deposit SBTC to receive liquid staking tokens that earn yield automatically.
Use in DeFi (optional)
Your liquid tokens can be used in DeFi protocols for additional yield on top of staking rewards.
What to watch out for
sBTC staking — common questions
What is the current SBTC staking APY?
The current sBTC staking APY is approximately 4.00%. This rate fluctuates based on network participation and total staked supply. Data is updated every few hours.
Is there a minimum to stake SBTC?
No minimum stake required for sBTC. You can start with any amount.
How risky is SBTC staking?
sBTC staking carries medium risk. There are some risks including potential slashing, lock-up periods, and smart contract risk.
What type of staking does SBTC use?
sBTC uses liquid staking. Get tradeable tokens representing your staked position while still earning rewards.
What percentage of SBTC is staked?
About 100.0% of the total sBTC supply is currently staked, worth $290.83M.