How to Stake BNB Chain (BNB)

In this guide, you'll learn how to stake BNB using Trust Wallet. BNB is the native cryptocurrency of the BNB Beacon Chain, a foundational Layer 1 blockchain designed for high scalability and performance, optimizing decentralized applications with its innovative protocol.

Covered in this guide

• Key details for staking BNB using Trust Wallet
• How to stake BNB
• How to unstake BNB
• Frequently asked questions

Key details for staking BNB using Trust Wallet

• Minimum amount required for staking: 1 BNB
• Lockup period for staking: 7 day
• Staking yield (APR): Please see rates listed in the ‘Earn’ section of the Trust Wallet app.
• Staking assets and earning rewards is done via our trusted partners. Trust Wallet does not control the minimum amount, lockup period, or staking rate.

To ensure you have BNB, as well as all other staking options available to you, be sure to get the most updated version of Trust Wallet: trustwallet.com/download

How to stake BNB

• Open Trust Wallet and select Earn.
• Search for BNB and select it.
• Select Stake.
• Choose the Amount to stake, and then select the Validator (you can also leave the default validator).
• Select Continue.
• Review the details, and then select Confirm.

How to unstake BNB

• Go to ‘Earn’ from the main wallet page, choose BNB.
• Then choose Unstake and follow the instructions to confirm the unstaking process.

Note: You will not be able to withdraw your tokens while they are staked. If you want to withdraw your BNB, staked BNB takes 7 days to unstake. The unstake timing is controlled by the BNB Chain, not Trust Wallet.

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum amount to stake BNB?

The minimum stake amount is 1 BNB.

When does my BNB stake start accruing rewards?

Time to first reward is 24 hours.

What is the reward frequency when I stake BNB?

Rewards are accrued every 24 hours.

What’s the minimum reward amount in order to claim?

There is no minimum accrued reward required to claim.

Are my accrued BNB staking rewards auto-compounded?

Yes.

What is the lockup period when I stake BNB?

The lockup period is 7 days.

Can I use my BNB while they are staked?

No, you won’t be able to use your tokens while they are staked/locked. Before you use your BNB, you’ll need to unstake them.