Staking Guide

Lock $zer0 tokens to run a mixnode and earn 15-25% APY.

🎯 Quick Overview

What: Run a mixnode to secure the privacy network Minimum: 1,000 $zer0 Earnings: 15% base APY + transaction fees Lock Period: 30, 90, or 180 days

🚀 How to Stake

Step 1: Prepare

Requirements:

  • 1,000+ $zer0 tokens

  • zer0 browser installed

  • Stable internet (95%+ uptime)

  • 5 Mbps bandwidth minimum

Step 2: Start Staking

  1. Open zer0 browser

  2. Go to Menu → Staking

  3. Click "Become a Mixnode"

  4. Enter stake amount (min 1,000)

  5. Choose lock period:

    • 30 days: 15% APY

    • 90 days: 18% APY

    • 180 days: 22% APY

  6. Confirm transaction

Step 3: Run Mixnode

Your computer automatically becomes a mixnode:

  • Routes traffic through your node

  • Earns fees for each transaction

  • Monitors uptime (must stay 95%+)

Step 4: Earn Rewards

  • Base APY: Distributed weekly

  • Transaction fees: Real-time

  • View earnings: Staking dashboard

💰 Earnings Breakdown

Stake Amount
Lock Period
Base APY
Avg Fees
Total APY
Monthly Return

1,000

30 days

15%

3%

~18%

15 $zer0

10,000

90 days

18%

5%

~23%

192 $zer0

100,000

180 days

22%

8%

~30%

2,500 $zer0

⚙️ Technical Requirements

Hardware

  • CPU: 2+ cores

  • RAM: 4 GB minimum

  • Storage: 10 GB available

  • Bandwidth: 5 Mbps up/down

Software

  • zer0 browser (latest version)

  • Windows 10+, macOS 10.13+, or Linux

Network

  • Uptime: 95% minimum (or lose rewards)

  • IP: Static IP recommended but not required

  • NAT: Port forwarding not needed (automatic)

🔒 Security

Your stake is safe:

  • No slashing conditions

  • Can't lose principal

  • Only uptime affects rewards

Unstaking:

  • After lock period ends

  • Withdraw anytime

  • Rewards stop when unstaked

❓ FAQ

Can I stake from mobile?

No, mixnodes require desktop/laptop. Mobile staking planned for future.

What happens if my computer goes offline?

Rewards pause during downtime. If uptime drops below 95% for the week, you lose that week's rewards.

Can I add more stake later?

Yes! Additional stakes start a new lock period.

Is there a maximum stake?

No maximum, but APY stays the same regardless of amount.

🎯 Best Practices

  1. Start with 30-day lock - Test the system first

  2. Keep browser running - Background mode works

  3. Monitor uptime - Check dashboard weekly

  4. Compound rewards - Re-stake earnings monthly

Ready to stake? Open zer0 browser and go to Menu → Staking to get started!

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