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# Aleo (ALEO)

### What is Aleo?

> Aleo, a layer-1 blockchain, merges the power of Zero-Knowledge (ZK) cryptography with programmable smart contracts to establish a resilient framework for secure online transactions. This unique fusion empowers developers to create applications that focus on preserving user data privacy. In the words of Brennen Schlueter, the executive at Aleo, ZK-proofs not only address the challenges within the realm of Web3 but also extend their capabilities to tackle more extensive concerns surrounding internet security and privacy. This innovative approach holds the promise of reshaping the digital landscape with enhanced privacy and security at its core.

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### How to stake Aleo?

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Validator Name: Everstake

Validator Address: [aleo18xwgkgzwvzpw6yz8cdhrvrv6ztpd26zll46kd4kfcd79c9x90grsah3jug](https://vxb.ai/address/aleo18xwgkgzwvzpw6yz8cdhrvrv6ztpd26zll46kd4kfcd79c9x90grsah3jug)

Commission: 5.00%
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<details>

<summary><strong>Aleo</strong> Staking Manual</summary>

### Step-by-Step Guide to Staking ALEO with Beta Staking <a href="#step-by-step_guide_to_staking_sol_via_trezor_suite" id="step-by-step_guide_to_staking_sol_via_trezor_suite"></a>

This guide will take you through the process of staking ALEO using your Beta Staking,  a liquid staking protocol that simplifies the process of staking ALEO tokens.

**Step 1: Visit the Official Beta Staking Website**\
Go to [Beta Staking](https://betastaking.com/) and click on the **Connect Wallet** button.

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**Step 2: Connect Your Wallet**\
Select a supported wallet (Puzze, Fox Wallet, Soter, Leo, Avail).

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**Step 3: Initiate Staking**

* Confirm the connection to Beta Staking in your wallet, check the box **I understand the risk and want to proceed**.

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* After connecting your wallet, click the **Stake** button on the homepage.

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**Step 4: Enter Staking Amount**

* Specify the number of ALEO tokens you want to stake and Confirm the transaction by clicking on **Stake**.

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**Step 5: Receive stALEO**

* Once the transaction is processed, you will receive **stALEO**, representing your share of the staked pool.
* Your dashboard will display the staked amount, current rewards, and the annual percentage rate (APR).

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### Conclusion <a href="#conclusion" id="conclusion"></a>

Staking ALEO with Beta Staking and Everstake is a secure and user-friendly process. Beta Staking is a liquid staking protocol that simplifies the process of staking ALEO tokens, removing the barriers that are often associated with traditional staking. Unlike direct staking, which requires a minimum of 10,000 ALEO, Beta Staking allows users to stake any amount, making it accessible to everyone.&#x20;

Start staking your ALEO today with Everstake!

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### Where can I stake Aleo?

You can choose a crypto wallet convenient for you and use the guide at the link or write to Everstake support and get more detailed information

| Method               | Wallet Name                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          |
| -------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| **Web**              | <p><a href="https://www.leo.app/">Leo Wallet</a></p><p><a href="https://puzzle.online/">Puzzle Wallet</a></p>                                                                                                                                                                        |
| **Staking Platform** | <p><a href="https://www.staking.xyz/stake?network=aleo&#x26;currency=ALEO&#x26;stakingType=native">Staking.xyz</a> (native staking)</p><p><a href="https://www.pondo.xyz/">Pondo</a> (liquid staking)</p><p><a href="https://betastaking.com/">Beta Staking</a> (liquid staking)</p> |

### Staking Details

| Term                              | Description                                                                        |
| --------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Epoch (cycle) duration**        | 1 day                                                                              |
| **Everstake fee**                 | 5.00%                                                                              |
| **Auto-compounding**              | Yes                                                                                |
| **Fee to activate the wallet**    | \~ 0.257 XTZ                                                                       |
| **First reward info**             | You start earning rewards from the very first block after your stake is activated. |
| **Reward frequency**              | Rewards are added directly to your staking balance every block                     |
| **Min amount ot stake**           | <p>10 000 ALEO for native staking<br> 1 ALEO for liquid staking</p>                |
| **Unstaking period**              | 360 blocks (approximately 1 hour)                                                  |
| **Stake activation time**         | 1 block                                                                            |
| **Re-delegating activation time** | No redelegation                                                                    |
| **Last Reward**                   | Last rewards earned before unstaking.                                              |
| **Self-Bond**                     | None                                                                               |
| **Active set**                    | None                                                                               |
| **Slashing**                      | No automated slashing currently implemented in the protocol.                       |
| **Stake deactivation time**       | -                                                                                  |

### Why Everstake?

* Everstake is the №1 staking infrastructure platform, trusted by over 1.6M users and institutional clients worldwide. Committed to the highest standards of compliance with certifications such as SOC 2 Type II, CCPA/CRPA, ISO 27001, and GDPR, we deliver secure and reliable staking solutions across 130+ supported chains with a reliability rate of 99.98%
* We actively support diverse crypto ecosystems, maintaining a flawless record in preventing slashing, ensuring uptime, and delivering reliable performance.
* Our expert team manages secure infrastructure, prioritizing asset safety while supporting network operations.

### Everstake Participation

> Everstake is proud to be one of the Genesis Validators on the Aleo Mainnet, helping to secure the network from its very first block. Our participation reflects a long-standing commitment to supporting privacy-preserving technologies and decentralized infrastructure.
>
> Before the Mainnet launch, Everstake was among 55 validators selected from over 6,000 applicants during the Aleo Testnet phase — gaining hands-on experience that helped shape today’s validator ecosystem.
>
> As a Genesis Validator, Everstake actively contributes to network stability, consensus, and governance, reinforcing Aleo’s vision of a secure and private digital future powered by zero-knowledge technology.

### FAQ

<details>

<summary><strong>Aleo Explorers</strong></summary>

* [AleoScan](https://aleoscan.io/)
* [Vxb.ai](https://vxb.ai/)
* [Provable Explorer](https://explorer.provable.com/)

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>What is ALEO?</strong></summary>

ALEO tokens are vital to the network’s operations. They pay for services, compensate validators and provers for their efforts, and ensure a secure, decentralized network.

Uses of Aleo tokens:

* **Access**: Aleo tokens let you use blockspace and computational resources.
* **Incentives**: Validators and provers get Aleo tokens for securing the network.
* **Staking**: You can stake tokens to help the network and earn rewards.
* **Governance**: Token holders can vote on protocol upgrades and changes.

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Aleo Tokenomics</strong></summary>

Aleo issues ALEO tokens to provers for generating zero-knowledge proofs and to validators for securing the network.\
Rewards are added every block — provers earn through Coinbase Puzzles, while validators receive a fixed 23 ALEO block reward.\
Coinbase rewards decrease by 10% annually until year 9, then stabilize.\
The circulating supply reaches \~2.6 B tokens in 10 years and doubles in \~21 years, as inflation gradually drops from 12% to 2%, approaching 0% over time.

</details>

<details>

<summary><strong>Control over User's Funds</strong></summary>

Validators don't have control over users' funds in blockchain networks. Instead, they validate transactions and participate in the consensus process based on the rules defined by the network protocol. Users retain control over their funds through private keys, which are used to sign transactions and authorize transfers. Validators' roles involve confirming the validity of transactions and blocks, but they don't have the authority to access or manipulate users' funds.

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