Crypto Staking: Earn Rewards on Kraken
Put your crypto to work. Stake 20+ proof-of-stake assets directly from your Kraken account with no lock-up periods and flexible unstaking at any time.
How Staking Works on Kraken
Kraken makes staking accessible by handling the technical complexity while you earn rewards.
Choose Your Asset
Select from 20+ stakeable cryptocurrencies including Ethereum, Solana, Polkadot, Cardano, and more. Each asset offers different reward rates based on network economics and validator performance. Review current rates before staking.
Stake From Your Account
Stake directly from your Kraken balance — no external wallets, no validator setup, no minimum hardware requirements. Simply select the amount you want to stake and confirm. Kraken handles validator operations, network monitoring, and reward distribution on your behalf.
Earn Twice Weekly
Staking rewards are calculated and distributed twice per week directly to your Kraken account. Rewards compound automatically when you reinvest. Track your staking history, accumulated rewards, and annualised return rates through your account dashboard or the Kraken app.
Supported Staking Assets
| Asset | Symbol | Est. Annual Reward | Lock-up |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethereum | ETH | 3-5% | None (flexible) |
| Solana | SOL | 5-7% | None (flexible) |
| Polkadot | DOT | 10-14% | 28 days unbonding |
| Cardano | ADA | 3-5% | None (flexible) |
| Cosmos | ATOM | 14-19% | 21 days unbonding |
| Tezos | XTZ | 4-6% | None (flexible) |
Reward rates are estimates and may vary based on network conditions. Not all assets available in all jurisdictions.
No Lock-Up Staking
Most assets on Kraken offer flexible staking with no lock-up periods. You can unstake your assets at any time and regain access for trading or withdrawal. This flexibility sets Kraken apart from validators that require extended unbonding periods, which can leave your assets inaccessible during market movements.
Some proof-of-stake networks have built-in unbonding periods at the protocol level (such as Polkadot's 28 days and Cosmos's 21 days). Kraken clearly communicates these network-level requirements before you stake, so you can make informed decisions about asset allocation and liquidity.
- Flexible unstaking for most supported assets
- No minimum staking amount
- Zero commission on most staking rewards
- Automatic reward compounding available
- Full staking management in the Kraken app
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Staked assets remain protected by Kraken's security infrastructure. The exchange has never been hacked and maintains insurance coverage. Staking does not transfer your assets off the exchange — they remain in your Kraken account throughout.
Kraken charges zero commission on most staking rewards. The displayed reward rates are what you actually receive. Some assets may have minor fees which are clearly disclosed before you stake.
For most assets, yes. Kraken offers flexible unstaking with no lock-up period. Some assets have protocol-level unbonding periods (e.g., Polkadot 28 days, Cosmos 21 days) which are set by the blockchain network, not by Kraken.