Staking NLS tokens on Nolus is a straightforward process that can be done through several supported interfaces, with the Nolus Web App offering the most seamless user experience. Once connected via your preferred non-custodial wallet, navigate to the “Stake” section in the left sidebar. There you’ll see “Stake" and "Unstake” buttons. Clicking on "Stake" will open a pop-up where you can enter the amount of NLS you want to stake. After reviewing the details, again click “Stake”, then confirm the transaction in your connected wallet. Once confirmed, your tokens are actively staked and earning rewards.
Unstaking follows the same process. Head to the Stake section again, click “Unstake”, and enter the amount you want to unstake. Confirm the details and sign the transaction. Remember that unstaking initiates a 21-day unbonding period, during which the tokens are locked and do not earn rewards.
You can also stake NLS through the Keplr Dashboard. Visit the dashboard, connect your wallet, and switch to the Nolus network. From there, you can manage your staking activity, including viewing active stakes and rewards or initiating staking and unstaking transactions.
For a more detailed interface, Ping.pub supports Nolus staking as well. Visit the Ping.pub explorer, connect to the Nolus endpoint, and click “Staking” in the sidebar. Browse through the validator list and select the one you'd like to stake with. When you click “Stake”, a pop-up will appear where you can review the validator's commission rate, voting power, and the 21-day unbonding period. If you choose a validator ranked in the top 10 by voting power, you’ll receive a recommendation to consider staking with a smaller validator to help maintain decentralization. After entering your staking amount, click “Stake”, then approve the transaction in Keplr.
Other supported interfaces include Leap Wallet and the REStake App, both of which are compatible with Nolus and offer convenient options for managing your staking activity.
When selecting a validator, it’s essential to perform due diligence. Consider factors such as bonded amount, commission rate, and uptime history. Validators that act maliciously or experience significant downtime may be penalized through slashing, affecting the tokens staked with them. Choosing reliable validators helps minimize risks.
It’s also worth noting that transferring your stake to a different validator is instant, but once you restake from the same wallet, you cannot transfer again for 21 days. Plan validator changes carefully to avoid locking yourself out of further adjustments during that period.
Staking on Nolus offers multi-asset rewards thanks to its innovative fee model. You may receive rewards in NLS, USDC, ATOM, OSMO, NTRN, or other supported assets depending on how users pay transaction fees. These rewards can be claimed manually and optionally restaked to compound your earnings.