How to Stake POL on the Ethereum Blockchain

POL tokens (formerly MATIC) can be staked using Ledger, Trezor, MetaMask, Coinbase, Trust Wallet, or any WalletConnect-compatible wallet.

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Staking occurs exclusively on the Ethereum blockchain.
Unbonding period: 80 checkpoints (~30–40 hours).

Step-by-Step Staking Guides

1. Staking via Ledger (Using Ledger Live)

1. Connect your Ledger device and open the Ethereum app.
   Skip to Step 9 if your wallet already holds 1 POL + 0.02 ETH.
2. Open Ledger Live, navigate to Accounts, and select Add Account → Ethereum.
3. Click Manage → Receive to copy your deposit address.
4. Send 1 POL + 0.02 ETH to this address.
   0.02 ETH covers the initial transaction fee.
5. Close Ledger Live, then connect to Allnodes and select Ledger to proceed.

2. Staking via Trezor (Using Trezor Suite)

1. Connect your Trezor device.
   Skip to Step 8 if your wallet has 1 POL + 0.02 ETH.
2. In Trezor Suite, add an Ethereum account.
3. Click Receive, copy the address, and deposit 1 POL + 0.02 ETH.
4. Close Trezor Suite, connect to Allnodes, and follow the prompts.

3. Staking via MetaMask

1. Copy your wallet address and send 1 POL + 0.02 ETH.
2. Connect to Allnodes via MetaMask to complete staking.

4. Staking via Coinbase Wallet

1. Copy your address and fund it with 1 POL + 0.02 ETH.
2. Link your Coinbase Wallet to Allnodes for staking.

5. Staking via Trust Wallet

1. Select Polygon in Trust Wallet, tap Receive, and deposit 1 POL + 0.02 ETH.
2. Scan Allnodes’ QR code via Trust Wallet’s New Connection option.

Key Considerations

• Non-Custodial Process: Tokens move to Ethereum’s staking smart contract but remain under your control.
• Gas Fees: Ethereum network fees apply for transactions.
• 👉 Optimize gas fees with these tips.

FAQs

Q: What’s the minimum POL required to stake?

A: 1 POL + 0.02 ETH for initial setup.

Q: How long does unstaking take?

A: ~30–40 hours (80 checkpoints).

Q: Can I stake POL from an exchange?

A: Only via self-custody wallets (e.g., Ledger, MetaMask).

Q: Is staking POL risky?

A: Smart contracts are audited, but slashing risks exist for validators.

Unstaking POL

To cancel delegation, use your wallet’s interface to interact with the staking contract.

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Keywords: POL staking, Ethereum blockchain, Ledger staking, Trezor, MetaMask, Coinbase Wallet, Trust Wallet, unbonding period.

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