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How to Stake CFX

Stake CFX directly from Conflux Wallet. Earn the network's built-in PoS rewards.

~4% annualized (protocol-set) · Stake/unstake from one panel · On-chain rewards visibility

Staking CFX means locking CFX tokens into the Conflux Network's Proof-of-Stake mechanism. Stakers help secure network finality and earn protocol-issued rewards — currently approximately 4% annualized, set by Conflux's protocol parameters rather than any wallet or service. CFX can be staked directly from Conflux Wallet's Stake panel — no third-party platform, no custodial risk. Download the wallet or first see how to buy CFX.

Stake CFX in Conflux Wallet showing 124,500 CFX staked, 4% APY, unclaimed rewards, and active delegated proof-of-stake positions
Stake CFX directly from Conflux Wallet's Network Staking panel.

What you actually earn

The 4% annualized rate is the Conflux Network's protocol-set rate at the time of writing. The rate can be adjusted through on-chain governance — it's not a permanent guarantee. Rewards are paid in CFX, so the USD value of your rewards moves with the CFX price. If the network's rate changes, the Stake panel reflects the new rate immediately.

Step-by-step

01

Open the Stake panel

In Conflux Wallet, tap Stake in the main navigation. The panel shows your current available CFX balance, currently staked CFX, accumulated rewards, and unlock schedule for any unstaking in progress.

02

Enter the amount

Enter how much CFX you want to stake. Conflux's PoS doesn't have a fixed minimum, but very small amounts may not generate meaningful rewards. The wallet displays an estimated annual reward amount as you type.

03

Confirm and sign

Tap Stake, review the transaction, and sign. The transaction executes on Conflux Core Space (where the protocol's native staking lives). Once confirmed, your stake is active and rewards start accruing on the next block.

04

Track and compound (optional)

Rewards accumulate on-chain — visible in the Stake panel. Some users compound by adding rewards back to their stake periodically; others let them accumulate and withdraw periodically. Conflux Wallet supports both.

05

Unstake when you want

Tap Unstake, enter the amount, and sign. The Conflux Network has a standard unbonding period — your CFX returns to your spendable balance after the unlock. The Stake panel shows the unlock countdown.

Direct staking vs staking pools

Conflux Wallet stakes directly to the protocol — there's no intermediate staking pool, no third-party validator skim. You sign a Conflux PoS transaction and the network records your stake.

Some users prefer staking through pools (Nucleon, Conflux ABC Pool, Goledger) for liquidity tokens or different reward structures. Both approaches are valid. Direct staking is simpler and has zero pool-operator risk; pool staking offers convenience features at the cost of trusting a pool operator.

Risks to know about

  • Lock-up: staked CFX cannot be sold until you unstake and the unbonding period passes. Don't stake CFX you may need to spend or trade quickly.
  • Slashing: Conflux 3.0 (CIP-156) changed the PoS slashing penalty from permanent stake forfeiting to temporary stake locking for 6 months. Validators are at risk; standard delegators are not.
  • Protocol rate changes: the 4% APY is set by protocol parameters and can change through governance.
  • Price risk: you earn CFX. CFX's USD value moves. Staking doesn't change market exposure.

Frequently asked questions