Staking ALGO with Pera — Setup, Rewards & FAQ

Updated October 28, 2026

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.

Algorand Staking Options

There are several ways to stake on Algorand, depending on how much ALGO you hold and how involved you want to be. In Pera, you can use Liquid Staking, Staking Pools and Delegated Staking, which are offered by third-party projects. Solo staking isn’t offered in Pera.

Solo Staking (Minimum 30,000 ALGO) — not offered in Pera

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. This is general Algorand information, and you set it up outside Pera. 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

Open Pera Wallet
Tap Menu, then Staking
Read and accept the staking Terms of Service. Staking services are provided by third parties, and Pera doesn’t control them (see the staking disclaimer)
Choose a staking type: Liquid Staking, Staking Pools or Delegated Staking, then pick a project
Follow the project’s prompts to commit your ALGO and confirm the transaction

You may be asked to 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 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.

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