Staking Overview
Welcome to the Zano staking documentation! This section will guide you through everything you need to know about staking Zano and earning rewards through Proof-of-Stake mining.
The Lite wallet can't stake. Staking requires a full node that's fully synced and kept online, so use the desktop wallet (or a CLI node) and leave it running and connected. Your wallet only earns while its node is online and synced, and staking pauses whenever it goes offline.
What is Staking?
Staking in Zano is a way to earn rewards by participating in the network's consensus mechanism. Unlike traditional Proof-of-Work mining that requires expensive hardware, staking allows you to earn rewards simply by keeping your Zano wallet running and connected to the network.
Key Benefits
- 100% Anonymous: Your staked balance remains hidden thanks to Zarcanum technology
- No Lock-ups: Unstake your coins at any time
- No Minimum Amounts: Stake any amount of ZANO
- Truly Decentralized: No validators or special nodes required
- No Slashing: No penalties for going offline
- Easy to Use: Just flip a switch to start staking
Getting Started
If you're new to staking, start with our Getting Started guide, which covers:
- How to stake using the desktop wallet
- Understanding your potential rewards
- Basic staking concepts
Advanced Setup
For more advanced users, our Advanced Setup section includes:
- Server/console mode staking
- Automated staking on system startup
- CLI wallet configurations
Security & Best Practices
Before staking significant amounts, review our Security & Best Practices section for:
- Hardware requirements and recommendations
- Security best practices
- IP anonymization techniques
- Network configuration tips
Ready to Start?
Begin your staking journey with our Getting Started guide!