# Staking

## Quick Overview

| Feature          | Details                                      |
| ---------------- | -------------------------------------------- |
| Rebase frequency | Every 12 hours                               |
| Compounding      | Automatic                                    |
| Lock options     | 1 / 30 / 90 / 180 / 360 / 540 days           |
| Unstaking        | Linear unlock                                |
| Claiming         | Not required (balance updates automatically) |

## How To Stake

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### Acquire PRO tokens

Obtain PRO tokens in your wallet.
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### Connect wallet to dApp

Connect your wallet to the staking dApp.
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### Navigate to Stake

Open the Stake section in the dApp.
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### Select period

Choose a lock period (1 / 30 / 90 / 180 / 360 / 540 days).
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### Approve and confirm

Approve the token spend and confirm the staking transaction.
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### Done — rebase begins automatically

Your staked balance will start receiving rebases every 12 hours.
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## Important

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**Staking is required to earn rebase.** Holding PRO in your wallet without staking earns nothing.
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