Ethereum (ETH) Staking: Earn Passive Income While Holding Crypto Assets

Secure Staking to Earn Rewards*

Staking your ETH helps secure the Ethereum network while generating passive rewards. Through the Ledger Live app, you can safely delegate your ETH to validators and start earning.

👉 Start staking now

Ethereum is a programmable blockchain enabling decentralized finance (DeFi), gaming, and applications via smart contracts.

Estimated Returns*

• Kiln Staking: ~3.5% average APR
• Lido Staking: ~3% average APR
  (Rates vary based on network conditions)

*Rewards aren't guaranteed. Ledger doesn't provide financial advice.

Contributing to Ethereum's Success

By staking ETH, you help:
✔ Secure the network
✔ Validate transactions
✔ Support blockchain growth

Why Stake via Ledger Live?

🔒 Enhanced Security

• Leverage hardware wallet protection
• Full control of private keys

💡 Flexible Options

Choose between:

• Kiln: Run your own validator (32 ETH minimum)
• Lido: Liquid staking (no minimum)

🏦 All-in-One Management

• Buy, swap, and stake ETH in one app
• Track rewards seamlessly

👉 Get started with Ledger

How ETH Staking Works

Step 1: Set Up Your Ledger Device

1. Download Ledger Live
2. Create an ETH account

Step 2: Fund Your Wallet

• Buy ETH via partners
• Transfer from exchanges

Step 3: Start Earning

Click "Earn Rewards" in your ETH account and choose Kiln/Lido. Confirm transactions with your Ledger device.

Supported Stakable Cryptocurrencies

• ETH
• SOL
• DOT
• ADA
  (More added regularly)

FAQ: ETH Staking

❓ What’s the minimum stake?

• Kiln: 32 ETH (soon to be lowered)
• Lido: No minimum

⏳ When do rewards appear?

• Kiln: Per validated block
• Lido: Within 24 hours (as stETH tokens)

💸 Are there fees?

• Lido charges 10% (shared among operators/DAO)
• Kiln uses smart contracts (audited but risks exist)

🔄 Can I unstake?

• Kiln: After Ethereum’s "Shanghai" upgrade
• Lido: Swap stETH for ETH via ParaSwap

Learn More About Staking

Ethereum Staking Guide covers:

• Proof-of-Stake vs. Proof-of-Work
• Validator roles
• Risk management

Key Takeaways

✅ Earn ~3-3.5% APR on idle ETH
✅ Choose between self-custody (Kiln) or liquid staking (Lido)
✅ All staking managed securely via Ledger Live

👉 Maximize your ETH rewards today