> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://graphdex-1.gitbook.io/graphdex-docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://graphdex-1.gitbook.io/graphdex-docs/earn-staking/staking.md).

# Staking

**Lock an eligible asset into a GraphDex plan, earn the advertised rate, withdraw on your schedule.**

Staking in Earn means depositing an eligible asset into a plan exposed by GraphDex. Each plan defines the asset, rate, period, deposit range, and the action you can take. Plan availability and terms can change — always review the live plan details in the terminal before committing.

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**Read the plan, not the headline**

APR and period are the easy fields; deposit range and lock terms are the ones that bite if skipped.
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## What a Plan Shows

Each staking plan exposes a consistent set of fields:

* **Asset** — what you're staking.
* **APR** — advertised annual rate.
* **Period** — duration of the plan.
* **Deposit range** — minimum and maximum amounts.
* **Available action** — start, deposit, or cancel.

Open a plan for the deposit details: annual rate, duration, current balance, deposit min / max, and an estimated-earnings preview. The numbers shown are the plan's current state; reload before committing if you've been idle on the page.

## Deposit Flow

To start a staking plan:

1. Open **Earn**.
2. Review available plans.
3. Select the plan you want to use.
4. Check the deposit amount and plan terms.
5. **Approve only if** the asset, amount, and terms match your intent.

If the terminal indicates that a **token swap is required** before staking, review the swap before continuing — route, fee, exchange rate, and the resulting amount against the plan's minimum staking requirement.

## Active Plans

After a plan is created, the active-plan view exposes:

* **Activation state** — whether the plan is live.
* **Deposit amount** — what you committed.
* **APR / Period** — same as on the plan card.
* **Expected earnings** — running projection.
* **Return date** — when the period ends.
* **Close-plan action** — when available.

If plan creation **fails**, check wallet balance, network fees, and account state before retrying. A failed creation that consumed gas means the plan didn't activate, not that funds are lost.

## Closing a Plan

The Earn product page states that plans can be cancelled at any time with no penalties, and that auto-refund can take up to 24 hours.

Before closing:

* Read the current terminal prompts — they are the canonical record.
* Confirm the receiving wallet.
* Confirm the expected amount.
* Note any withdrawal fee shown.
* Watch for processing status — close requests can take time.

For the rules around when rewards stop accruing and what reaches the wallet on close, see [Claiming and Withdrawals](/graphdex-docs/earn-staking/claiming-and-withdrawals.md).

## More to Explore

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="image">Cover image</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><a href="/pages/LWnqmKdIJWwn34bHYZeL"><strong>Rewards</strong></a></td><td>How earnings accrue and where to view them.</td><td><a href="/files/BWULSHt4tqY255s7X9t1">/files/BWULSHt4tqY255s7X9t1</a></td></tr><tr><td><a href="/pages/FZCcOSR8a6PktKe8Utw1"><strong>Claiming and Withdrawals</strong></a></td><td>How to move funds out when the plan ends or you cancel.</td><td><a href="/files/BWULSHt4tqY255s7X9t1">/files/BWULSHt4tqY255s7X9t1</a></td></tr><tr><td><a href="/pages/vMy6tHrbDOYi5oGv5wJj"><strong>Staking Risks</strong></a></td><td>What can go wrong and how to think about it.</td><td><a href="/files/PvwZariSc5lrxmA3uidW">/files/PvwZariSc5lrxmA3uidW</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

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Plans are not financial advice. APR figures reflect plan terms at a moment in time and may change before or during a plan.
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## FAQs

<details>

<summary>Can I change the deposit amount after staking?</summary>

Most plans treat the deposit as fixed for the plan's lifetime. To change size, close the plan and open a new one with the new amount — subject to the plan's deposit range.

</details>

<details>

<summary>What happens if I cancel a plan before the period ends?</summary>

The Earn product page states that cancellation is available without penalty, with auto-refund up to 24 hours. Always confirm the active terminal prompt at cancel time — terms can change.

</details>

<details>

<summary>Why did my plan creation fail?</summary>

Common causes: insufficient wallet balance, missing network fees, or an account-state issue (e.g. sign-in incomplete). Re-check, then retry.

</details>

<details>

<summary>Does APR compound?</summary>

The visible APR is the plan's advertised annual rate; compounding behaviour depends on the specific plan terms. Read the plan card for accrual details.

</details>

<details>

<summary>What if a token swap is required before I can stake?</summary>

Review the swap route, fee, exchange rate, and the resulting balance against the plan minimum. The swap and the stake are two distinct transactions; both must succeed for the stake to activate.

</details>


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