How to Stake THORChain in 2026
How much can you earn?
Estimate your rewards from staking THORChain.
What is THORChain staking?
Staking THORChain means locking your RUNE to help validate transactions on the THORChain network. In return you earn rewards — currently about 8.0% a year. Your RUNE stays yours the whole time; you're delegating it, not giving it away.
Is staking THORChain worth it in 2026?
At ~8.0% APY, THORChain 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 RUNE staked for a while rather than trading it actively.
Follow the step-by-step guide below to start staking RUNE.
How to stake THORChain
Set up your wallet
Download a THORChain-compatible wallet (MetaMask, Ledger, or the native wallet). Secure your seed phrase offline.
Get RUNE
Buy RUNE 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
THORChain staking — common questions
What is the current RUNE staking APY?
The current THORChain staking APY is approximately 8.00%. This rate fluctuates based on network participation and total staked supply. Data is updated every few hours.
Is there a minimum to stake RUNE?
No minimum stake required for THORChain. You can start with any amount.
How risky is RUNE staking?
THORChain staking carries medium risk. There are some risks including potential slashing, lock-up periods, and smart contract risk.
What type of staking does RUNE use?
THORChain uses native staking. Stake directly on the blockchain by delegating to validators.
What percentage of RUNE is staked?
About 30.0% of the total THORChain supply is currently staked, worth $42.06M.