Tezos (XTZ) Staking Calculator
Estimate your potential rewards from staking Tezos (XTZ). Typical XTZ staking yields are around 5% – 7%, but rates are variable — the calculator is pre-filled with an estimate you should replace with the live APY from your validator or platform.
Estimate Your XTZ Staking Rewards
Pre-filled with a typical APY of 6%. Adjust it to match the current rate offered by your chosen validator or platform.
Staking Calculator
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Results are estimates. Last page update: August 23, 2026.
*Disclaimer: The information provided here is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Cryptocurrency trading involves risks, so please DYOR. For beginners, check out our Beginners Guides to learn more.
About Staking Tezos
Tezos calls its staking 'baking'. Most holders delegate XTZ to a baker without giving up custody, and rewards are paid in XTZ roughly every few days once activated.
Tezos Staking: APY and Lock-Up at a Glance
- Typical APY: 5% – 7% (variable — always verify the live rate)
- Lock-up / unbonding: No hard lock-up when delegating; rewards begin after a short activation delay of a few cycles.
- Reward type: Paid in XTZ, so your fiat value still depends on the XTZ price.
⚠️ Risks of Staking Tezos
Staking is not a savings account. Before staking XTZ, understand the downsides: the market price can drop while your funds are locked or unbonding; validators can be slashed for downtime or misbehaviour, costing you part of your stake; APY is variable and not guaranteed; and staking through an exchange or protocol adds custodial and smart-contract risk. Learn more in our guide on what crypto staking is.
Tezos Staking: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current Tezos (XTZ) staking APY?
Tezos staking yields are typically in the range of 5% – 7%, but this is an estimate that changes constantly. The actual rate depends on how much XTZ is staked network-wide, validator performance and commission, and the network's reward schedule. Always check the live rate on your chosen validator or platform and enter it into the calculator above.
How much can I earn staking Tezos?
Your rewards depend on how much XTZ you stake, the APY at the time, and how long you stake for. Enter your amount and an up-to-date APY into the calculator above to see an estimate. Remember the result is an estimate only and does not account for price changes in XTZ.
Is there a lock-up period when staking XTZ?
No hard lock-up when delegating; rewards begin after a short activation delay of a few cycles.
Is staking Tezos safe?
Staking Tezos carries real risks: the XTZ price can fall while your funds are staked or unbonding, validators can be slashed for misbehaviour, and staking through an exchange or third party adds custodial and smart-contract risk. Staking rewards do not guarantee a profit. Never stake more than you can afford to lock up and potentially lose.