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Staking VeChain (VET) and VeThor (VTHO) FAQs
Staking VeChain (VET) and VeThor (VTHO) FAQs

Any VET that you hold in Exodus is automatically staked. Staking begins the moment you receive VET in your Exodus wallet.

Updated over a week ago

Stake VeChain (VET) to earn VeThor (VTHO). Staking VET with Exodus is automatic, and staking begins the moment you receive VET in your Exodus wallet.

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How do I stake VET?

You can stake VeChain (VET) with Exodus Mobile and Desktop.

Any VET that you hold in Exodus is automatically staked. Staking begins the moment you receive VET in your Exodus wallet.

Rewards are paid out in VeThor (VTHO), which is the token used to pay the transaction fees on the VeChain network.

VTHO staking rewards are automatically added to your Exodus VTHO wallet, you do not need to claim them.

To start staking, send VET to Exodus Mobile or Desktop. For a guide on how to receive crypto in Exodus, visit How do I receive Bitcoin and crypto in Exodus?


Tutorial video: How to Stake VeChain VET


VET staking FAQs

What is VeThor (VTHO)?

VeThor (VTHO) is the asset used to pay the transaction fees on the VeChain network.


You need VTHO every time you make a transaction on the VeChain network.

For example if you want to send VET, then you will need VTHO to pay for the transaction fees.

In Exodus, you will automatically receive VTHO as a staking reward by holding VET.


When will I start earning rewards?

Staking begins the moment you receive VET in your Exodus wallet. You'll earn VTHO rewards with each new block created on the VeChain network. Blocks are typically created every 10 seconds, but this can vary based on network conditions.


How much can I earn from staking VET?

To learn about Annual Percentage Yield (APY), visit: What is APY?

Mobile

From the Staking tile in Exodus Mobile, open VET to see the approximate Annual Percentage Yield and your current Earnings.

Desktop

From the rewards app in Exodus Desktop, open VET to see the approximate Annual Percentage Yield and your current Earnings.


Are there any fees when staking VET?

There are no fees when staking VET.

Staking VET and claiming VTHO rewards are automatic and do not incur a transaction fee.


Although staking does not incur a fee, you will pay transaction fees whenever you send or swap any of your VET or VTHO.

To learn more about transaction fees, visit: Does Exodus have transaction fees to send or receive?


Is my VET locked while staking?

No, you can send your VET and VTHO at any time.

Please note that to send VET, you will need VTHO to pay for the transaction fees.


Do I need to claim my VTHO rewards?

No, you do not need to claim your VTHO rewards.

VTHO rewards are automatically added to your Exodus VTHO wallet.


How do I see how much VTHO I have earned?

You can see how much VTHO you've earned from staking in the VET staking section of your wallet.

Any VTHO staking rewards earned are immediately added to your wallet's total VTHO balance.

Mobile

  1. In Exodus Mobile, a) tap the Profile icon, then b) tap Staking.

  2. Tap on VeChain.

  3. You'll see your total earned VTHO rewards under Earnings.


Desktop

  1. In Exodus Desktop, click on the rewards icon.

  2. Navigate to VeChain (VET), then click Overview.

  3. You'll see your total earned VTHO rewards under All-Time Earnings.

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