# How to Stake

Users can stake ZXAI from the staking section of the Zerax AI dashboard.

Before staking, make sure your wallet is connected and you have ZXAI available.

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Only stake tokens through the official Zerax AI dashboard and verified smart contract links.
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### Staking Steps

1. Open the Zerax AI dashboard.
2. Go to the staking section.
3. Connect your wallet.
4. Enter the amount of ZXAI you want to stake.
5. Choose a lock duration.
6. Review the estimated rewards.
7. Confirm the transaction in your wallet.
8. Track your stake from the dashboard.

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### Before You Stake

Check the following:

* You are using the official dashboard
* Your wallet is on the correct network
* You have enough ZXAI
* You have enough ETH for gas fees
* You understand the lock duration
* You reviewed the estimated rewards

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### Lock Durations

Different lock durations may offer different reward rates.

| Lock Duration   | Reward Potential                            |
| --------------- | ------------------------------------------- |
| **Short Lock**  | Lower reward, more flexibility.             |
| **Medium Lock** | Balanced reward and lock period.            |
| **Long Lock**   | Higher reward potential, longer commitment. |

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Available staking durations and reward rates may change depending on active staking settings.
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### Summary

Staking is completed through the dashboard by choosing an amount, selecting a duration and confirming the transaction with your wallet.


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