# How to Stake SOL with Phantom Wallet

This guide provides a step-by-step tutorial on how to stake Solana (SOL) using the Phantom wallet. Follow these simple steps to start earning staking rewards with Kevred.

# Prerequisites

• Ensure that the Phantom wallet is installed on your browser. You can download it from the Phantom official website.
• Make sure you have some SOL in your Phantom wallet.

# Steps to Stake SOL with Phantom

# Step 1: Open Your Phantom Wallet

• Click on the Phantom icon in your browser's extension bar to open your wallet and enter your password.

# Step 2: Select the Solana Token

• Click on the Solana Token.

# Step 3: Select the Stake Option

• Click on "Start Earning SOL"

# Step 4: Choose the Native Staking Option

• Click on "Native Staking". Be aware that native staking offers increased security, direct network support and simplicity whereas liquid staking offers more flexibility and liquidity but introduces additional risks.

# Step 5: Choose the Kevred Validator

• Phantom will display a list of available validators. These validators are nodes that process transactions and support the Solana network.
• Write "Kevred" in the search bar to find the Kevred Validator.

# Step 6: Delegate Your SOL

• Enter the amount of SOL you wish to stake and confirm the transaction.

# Step 7: Confirmation and Monitoring

• After confirming the transaction, your SOL will be staked with Kevred. Thank you !
• You can check the status of your staking in Phantom by visiting "Your stake" section.

# Steps to Unstake Your SOL

# Step 1: Open your stake account

• Click on the Solana token in your Phantom wallet.
• Open your stake account by clicking on "Your stake" in Phantom.

# Step 2: Unstake your SOL

• Click on "Kevred" to see your stake details.
• Click on "Unstake" to start the unstaking process.
• You will be able to withdraw your SOL after some days once the stake account becomes inactive.

  

# Additional Tips

• Validator Selection: Choosing a reliable validator is crucial as it affects your staking rewards.
• Liquidity: Keep in mind that staked SOL are not immediately liquid. There is a cooldown period if you decide to withdraw your funds from staking.

By following this tutorial, you can actively support the Solana network while earning staking rewards. Happy staking with us !

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