> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://yieldxyz.mintlify.site/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Staking

> Native staking across EVM and non-EVM networks, exposed through a unified, non-custodial API

Yield.xyz supports native staking across most major Layer 1s and a growing set of Layer 2s. Staking opportunities are exposed through a consistent integration model — discovery, actions (enter/exit/manage), and lifecycle-aware balances.

<Info>
  For "what's available right now," use the [Supported Networks](/documentation/coverage/supported-networks) and [Providers catalog](/api-reference/ProvidersController_getProviders) as the source of truth. The docs describe the model; the catalog reflects current availability.
</Info>

<Note>
  Looking for **liquid staking**? See [Liquid Staking](/documentation/coverage/supported-yields/defi/liquid-staking) in the DeFi section.
</Note>

***

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="EVM staking">
    Native staking on EVM networks using standardized action flows (often including approvals where required).

    <AccordionGroup>
      <Accordion title="Supported EVM networks">
        Arbitrum, Avalanche, Base, BNB Chain, Celo, CoreDAO, Cronos, Ethereum, Gnosis, Harmony, HyperEVM, Linea, Optimism, Polygon, Sonic, Unichain, Viction
      </Accordion>

      <Accordion title="EVM testnets">
        Base-Sepolia, Ethereum-Goerli, Ethereum-Holesky, Ethereum-Sepolia, Polygon-Amoy
      </Accordion>
    </AccordionGroup>

    <Tip>
      See [EVM Staking](/documentation/coverage/supported-yields/staking/evm/index) for chain-specific mechanics and examples.
    </Tip>
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Non-EVM staking">
    Native staking across major non-EVM ecosystems with chain-specific mechanics (e.g., validator selection, cooldown/unbonding, withdraw windows).

    <AccordionGroup>
      <Accordion title="Supported non-EVM networks">
        Agoric, Akash, Axelar, Band Protocol, Bittensor, Bitsong, Cardano, Celestia, Chihuahua, Comdex, Coreum, Cosmos, Crescent, CryptoOrg, Cudos, Desmos, Dymension, DYDX, FetchAI, Gravity Bridge, HumansAI, Injective, Irisnet, Juno, Kava, Ki-Network, Kusama, Mantra, Near, Onomy, Osmosis, Persistence, Polkadot, Quicksilver, Regen, Saga, Secret, Sei, Sentinel, Solana, Sommelier, Stargaze, Tezos, Teritori, Ton, Tron, Umee
      </Accordion>

      <Accordion title="Non-EVM testnets">
        Solana Devnet, Ton-Testnet, Westend
      </Accordion>
    </AccordionGroup>

    <Tip>
      See [Non-EVM Staking](/documentation/coverage/supported-yields/staking/non-evm/index) for chain-specific flows and unbonding mechanics.
    </Tip>
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

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## Integration model

Staking follows the same integration pattern as all Yield.xyz opportunities:

<Steps>
  <Step title="Discover">
    Query staking yields and filter by network, token, or validator availability.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Inspect metadata">
    Fetch yield details including validator options, minimum amounts, and cooldown periods.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Request action">
    Call `enter`, `exit`, or `manage` to receive ordered, unsigned transactions.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Sign & submit">
    Execute transactions using your wallet/custody infrastructure.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Track balances">
    Monitor lifecycle states (active, unstaking, claimable) and pending actions.
  </Step>
</Steps>

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## Staking lifecycle states

| State         | Description                                                                |
| ------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Preparing** | Deposit confirmed, waiting for activation (e.g., Ethereum validator queue) |
| **Active**    | Position earning rewards                                                   |
| **Unstaking** | Withdrawal initiated, in cooldown/unbonding period                         |
| **Claimable** | Unbonding complete, ready to withdraw                                      |
| **Rewards**   | Claimable rewards (where separate from principal)                          |

See [Balances & Positions](/documentation/core-concepts/balances-positions) for lifecycle state handling.

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## Validator selection

For staking yields that support validator selection:

* **Single validator**: Delegate to a specific validator address
* **Multi-validator**: Split delegation across multiple validators
* **PVN (Preferred Validator Network)**: Use curated validators with revenue sharing

See [Preferred Validator Network](/documentation/advanced-setup/staking-extensions/preferred-validator-network) for institutional validator options.

***

## Where to go next

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="EVM Staking" icon="cube" href="/documentation/coverage/supported-yields/staking/evm/index">
    Ethereum, Polygon, Avalanche, and more
  </Card>

  <Card title="Non-EVM Staking" icon="globe" href="/documentation/coverage/supported-yields/staking/non-evm/index">
    Cosmos, Solana, Polkadot, and more
  </Card>

  <Card title="Liquid Staking" icon="droplet" href="/documentation/coverage/supported-yields/defi/liquid-staking">
    LST protocols and mechanics (in DeFi)
  </Card>

  <Card title="StakeKit" icon="layers" href="/documentation/kits/stakekit">
    Full staking integration guide
  </Card>
</CardGroup>