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Staking ALGO with Pera — Setup, Rewards & FAQ

Staking ALGO with Pera — Setup, Rewards & FAQ


What is Staking?

Staking is how the Algorand network stays secure. When you stake ALGO, you're contributing to the consensus process that validates transactions on the blockchain. In return, you earn rewards.

Think of it like this: instead of your ALGO sitting idle in your wallet, staking puts it to work securing the network — and you get paid for it.


Staking Options in Pera

There are several ways to stake, depending on how much ALGO you hold and how involved you want to be.

Solo Staking (Minimum 30,000 ALGO)

You run your own Algorand participation node and stake directly into consensus. This is the most hands-on option — you're actively securing the network.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 30,000 ALGO in your participating account (maximum 70M ALGO)
  • A system with at least 16GB RAM, 8 vCPU, 100GB NVMe SSD
  • Reliable internet connection (ideally 1 Gbps)

Solo staking gives you voting rights on network proposals. Learn more about running a node.

Delegated Staking (Minimum 30,000 ALGO)

Don't want to run your own node? Delegated staking lets a third-party run the node on your behalf while your ALGO stays in your wallet. You get the rewards without the infrastructure.

Your keys remain in your possession — the node operator never has access to your funds.

Liquid Staking (Any Amount)

Liquid staking apps let you stake any amount of ALGO while keeping your assets usable. You deposit ALGO, receive a liquid staking token in return (representing your staked position), and can use that token across DeFi — all while earning staking rewards.

This is the most accessible option for users with less than 30,000 ALGO.

Staking Pools (Any Amount)

Staking pools let groups of users combine their ALGO to participate in consensus together. You stake your share to a validator and earn rewards proportional to your contribution.

Some pools also operate as DEX liquidity pools, where you commit ALGO plus another asset to earn both staking and trading fee rewards.


How to Stake on Pera

On Pera Mobile:

  1. Open Pera Wallet
  2. Navigate to staking options (available from your account or the Discover tab, depending on the staking method)
  3. Choose your staking method — solo, delegated, liquid, or pool
  4. Follow the prompts to commit your ALGO
  5. Confirm the transaction

On Pera Web:

  1. Go to web.perawallet.app
  2. Access staking features from your account dashboard
  3. Select your staking option and follow the steps

For liquid staking and pool staking, you'll typically connect to a dApp through Pera Connect. See our dApp connection guide for details.


Staking Rewards

How rewards work:

  • Rewards are distributed by the Algorand protocol to accounts participating in consensus
  • The reward rate depends on network participation levels and the total ALGO staked
  • Rewards are credited directly to your account — no claiming needed for solo and delegated staking
  • Liquid staking and pool rewards vary by protocol

When do I receive rewards?

For solo and delegated staking, rewards accrue as your node participates in consensus. For liquid staking and pools, reward distribution depends on the specific protocol — check the dApp for details.


Risks to Understand

Staking involves risks you should be aware of before committing:

  • Minimum balance requirements: Solo and delegated staking require 30,000 ALGO. If your balance drops below the minimum, you become ineligible for rewards.
  • Liquid staking protocol risk: When you deposit ALGO into a liquid staking protocol, you're trusting that protocol's smart contracts. Smart contract bugs or exploits could put your funds at risk.
  • No guarantee of returns: Reward rates fluctuate. Past performance doesn't guarantee future earnings.
  • Lockup periods: Some staking methods may have lockup or cooldown periods during which you can't access your full balance.

For the full risk disclosure, see Staking Risk Disclosures and Staking Disclaimers.


FAQ

Do I need to keep Pera open to earn staking rewards? No. Once you've committed your ALGO to staking (or registered your node), rewards accrue regardless of whether the app is open. For solo staking, your node needs to stay online.

Can I still send and receive while staking? It depends on the method. Solo and delegated staking keep ALGO in your wallet and you can transact freely (as long as you maintain the minimum balance). Liquid staking locks your ALGO in a protocol but gives you a liquid token to use instead. Pool staking may have lockup periods.

Is staking the same as governance? No. Algorand Governance was a separate program where ALGO holders committed funds and voted on proposals in exchange for rewards. Governance has ended. Staking is participation in the network's consensus mechanism and remains active.

What's the minimum to start earning? For solo and delegated staking: 30,000 ALGO. For liquid staking and pools: there's generally no minimum — you can start with any amount.



Need more help? Chat with us or visit perawallet.app/contact-us.

Updated on: 14/05/2026

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