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# How to Stake

Go to the [Pools](https://app.9inch.io/pools) page.

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<details>

<summary><img src="/files/QKN6OgeSEsKxUN2mGAiN" alt="" data-size="original"></summary>

<mark style="color:green;">**(Auto)**</mark> logo on pool indicates it is Auto-compounding. BBC pools only.

</details>

<details>

<summary>APR and ROI</summary>

Please note the APR and ROI will change all the time depending on the participation level of the farms/pools and general market activity.

In these images the APR, ROI and token prices are based purely on test net activity. They will be different on main net.

</details>

<details>

<summary><img src="/files/QEpSxjyy04Ri8ZkrPaZn" alt="" data-size="original"></summary>

Performance fee applies only to [**flexible**](/9inch-gitbook/features/staking.md#flexible-staking) staking **rewards.**

</details>

<details>

<summary>Unstake penalty</summary>

While it is possible to unstake a flexible stake at any time, there is though a small 4% penalty if withdrawing during first 4 days. After 4 days it is possible to withdraw the principle fully without any penalties.

</details>

{% tabs %}
{% tab title="Flexible Staking" %}
Find your desired staking pool. Here in this example we will use the $[9INCH](/9inch-gitbook/tokenomics/9inch-token.md) staking pool.

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/foPKMp3ASPLOlhChAQir" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>

First you need to have some $[9INCH](/9inch-gitbook/tokenomics/9inch-token.md) tokens in your wallet.\
You can [buy from the market](/9inch-gitbook/tips-tricks-and-guides/beginners-guide-to-defi/how-to-trade.md) to get some.

Once you have some $9INCH,\
proceed to **\[Enable BBC]**

* Depending on your wallet app, it might ask to set a token spending limit how much you can use, before it needs to ask for a new spending limit.

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/cHwCHtN5CP5dTz9XdBmI" alt="" width="285"><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>

Review and confirm the transaction in your wallet.

For all supported tokens it is possible to choose between [Flexible](/9inch-gitbook/features/staking.md#flexible-staking) or [Locked](/9inch-gitbook/features/staking.md#locked-staking) staking.

[**Flexible:**](/9inch-gitbook/features/staking.md#flexible-staking) Remove principle and harvest rewards **any time**.

[**Locked:**](/9inch-gitbook/features/staking.md#locked-staking) Remove the principle and rewards **only after** the locking period has ended and fully served.

In this example we will use the **flexible** staking.

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/IRZj4GCCBTANQu9Pw9ON" alt="" width="286"><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>

Once you choose Flexible or Locked staking a new window will appear.

Set amount of tokens you want to stake.

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/mXxZcniIfYEtcdLWWvbY" alt="" width="384"><figcaption><p>ROI and token values reflect test net prices.</p></figcaption></figure></div>

Once you are happy with your choices click **\[Confirm]**.

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/Ndeps41FwBQRHCslJiqc" alt="" width="345"><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>

Review and confirm the transaction in your wallet.

* Depending on your wallet app, it might ask to set a token spending limit how much you can use, before it needs to ask for a new spending limit.

Congratulations, you are now Staked and earning $[BBC](/9inch-gitbook/tokenomics/bbc-token.md) rewards!

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/xCAjfyBM6QNSAiRVlETB" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>

On [flexible](/9inch-gitbook/features/staking.md#flexible-staking) staking, at any time you can **\[Insert]** more tokens, **\[Harvest]** rewards or **\[Pull out]** the principle.

You can even [**\[Convert to Lock\]**](/9inch-gitbook/features/staking.md#locked-staking), and open a new flexible stake after.

Max 52 week lock gives a 21x yield boost multiplier and even one week gives roughly 38% extra compared to flexible staking.

Total APR depends of your percentage of the pool vs other participants share.

Just remember you can not withdraw from [Locked staking](/9inch-gitbook/features/staking.md#locked-staking) until the locking period is complete and tokens unlock.
{% endtab %}

{% tab title="Locked Staking" %}
Find your desired staking pool. Here in this example we will use the $[BBC](/9inch-gitbook/tokenomics/bbc-token.md) staking pool.&#x20;

BBC pools are unique from the others as they <mark style="color:green;">**auto-compound**</mark> the rewards while staked.

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/YoRR9a2VmDFWknkRZZ4e" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>

First you need to have some $[BBC](/9inch-gitbook/tokenomics/bbc-token.md) tokens in your wallet.\
You can either [buy from the market](/9inch-gitbook/tips-tricks-and-guides/beginners-guide-to-defi/how-to-trade.md) or [provide liquidity and farm](/9inch-gitbook/tips-tricks-and-guides/beginners-guide-to-defi/how-to-use-farms.md) to get some.

Once you have some $BBC,\
proceed to <mark style="color:green;">**\[Enable BBC]**</mark>

* Depending on your wallet app, it might ask to set a token spending limit how much you can use, before it needs to ask for a new spending limit.

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/88uA6BdARrZ3IvJSbDWc" alt="" width="293"><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>

Review and confirm the transaction in your wallet.

For all supported tokens it is possible to choose between [Flexible](/9inch-gitbook/features/staking.md#flexible-staking) or [Locked](/9inch-gitbook/features/staking.md#locked-staking) staking.

[**Flexible:**](/9inch-gitbook/features/staking.md#flexible-staking) Remove principle and harvest rewards **any time**.

[**Locked:**](/9inch-gitbook/features/staking.md#locked-staking) Remove the principle and rewards **only after** the locking period has ended and fully served.

In this example we will use the **locked** staking.

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/4FsYUOjQYPQZ2jqAYw06" alt="" width="298"><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>

Once you choose [Flexible](/9inch-gitbook/features/staking.md#flexible-staking) or [Locked](/9inch-gitbook/features/staking.md#locked-staking) staking a new window will appear.

Set amount of tokens you want to stake.

Choose staking length (on locked only).

Max 52 week lock gives a 21x multiplier to your principle and even one week gives 38% extra.

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/sjj7O7KwTGiBWYCLYcMC" alt="" width="402"><figcaption><p>You can review the effect of your choices on LOCK OVERVIEW.<br>This is ofc based on the current market and participation activity.<br>APR and ROI can change while staked.</p></figcaption></figure></div>

Once you are happy with your choices scroll down and <mark style="color:green;">**\[Confirm]**</mark>.

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/gN6bx32DlLZ0qVTOFHG9" alt="" width="407"><figcaption><p>On locked staking confirmation there is a final disclaimer to<br>remind tokens and rewards can only be withdrawn after<br>staking period is fully served and tokens become unlocked.</p></figcaption></figure></div>

Review and confirm the transaction in your wallet.

* Depending on your wallet app, it might ask to set a token spending limit how much you can use, before it needs to ask for a new spending limit.

Congratulations, you are now Staked and earning $[BBC](/9inch-gitbook/tokenomics/bbc-token.md) rewards!

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/qGldlfgXp2PnmxBYdLRz" alt="" width="563"><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>

At any time you can <mark style="color:green;">**\[Add]**</mark> more tokens or <mark style="color:green;">**\[Extend]**</mark> the lock.

Just remember you can not withdraw from [Locked staking](/9inch-gitbook/features/staking.md#locked-staking) until the locking period is complete and tokens unlock.

It is also possible to add an independent [Flexible stake](/9inch-gitbook/features/staking.md#flexible-staking) while having a locked stake.
{% endtab %}
{% endtabs %}