December 7, 2025|zkVerify

How to Stake VFY

If you’ve been following this series, you now understand:

What staking is
Why it matters
What validators do
How staking supports the long-term vision for zkVerify

Now it’s time for the final step: staking your VFY.

This guide focuses on the most user-friendly way to stake, while linking out to deeper documentation for anyone who prefers more advanced tools.

The easiest way to stake VFY: SubWallet

SubWallet is the most retail-focused staking experience available today. If you’re staking for the first time, start here.

With SubWallet, you can:

Stake directly through the browser extension or mobile app
Browse validators and compare commission rates
See your rewards as they accrue
Manage your nominations in a clean interface

Here’s the high-level flow:

  1. Install SubWallet and set up your account
  2. Go to the Earn or Rewards tab
  3. Search for VFY
  4. Choose your validators (SubWallet recommends up to 10)
  5. Enter how much you want to stake
  6. Confirm and sign the transaction

That’s it — you’re now staking VFY.

SubWallet also offers a complete step-by-step guide that covers everything from choosing validators to tracking your rewards. If you’re new to staking, we strongly recommend following that walkthrough or checking out our video tutorial.

Advanced option: PolkadotJS

For users who want full control and advanced customization, PolkadotJS offers a direct interface for staking on the zkVerify network.

It’s powerful, but more technical.

Instead of recreating those instructions here, we recommend using the official step-by-step documentation and video tutorials created specifically for PolkadotJS.

If you’re comfortable with Substrate ecosystems, this path is for you. If not, SubWallet is the better option.

Before you stake, keep these points in mind

Unbonding period: Once you begin unstaking, your tokens stay locked for seven full days before becoming liquid.
Validator choice matters: Rewards differ based on validator commission and performance.
There is a slashing risk: Misbehaving validators can be penalized, affecting the stake behind them.

Always do your own research, and only stake what you’re comfortable locking for at least seven days.

You’re now ready to stake VFY

Whether you use SubWallet, PolkadotJS, or another supported interface in the future, staking VFY is one of the most direct ways to support zkVerify’s growth and earn rewards along the way.

Thanks for following this series. More staking updates, validator spotlights, and community guides are on the way.

If you’re holding VFY, you’re already early. Staking is how you take the next step.