> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://vrx.gitbook.io/vrx/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://vrx.gitbook.io/vrx/verox-staking/how-to-stake-vrx.md).

# How to stake VRX

In this guide, you will learn how to stake VRX using the StakeVRX dapp. For this guide, you will need to already have VRX and a comptaible wallet, such as MetaMask. 

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Read [How to Buy VRX](/vrx/intro/untitled-1.md) section to learn where you can buy VRX
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* To earn 18% APY on your VRX, first navigate to <https://stakevrx.com>
* Click or tap on the **CONNECT WALLET** button to connect your wallet

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* Next, MetaMask will ask for your permission to connect to the StakeVRX dapp.&#x20;
* Select which account you would like to use with StakeVRX, then click on the blue "Next" button&#x20;

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* Next, MetaMask wants your permission to connect to StakeVRX with your selected account.
* Click on the blue "Connect" button to connect to StakeVRX

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* You should now be on the main screen for the StakeVRX dapp.

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* To stake VRX, enter the amount you want to stake in the field next to the "STAKE" button.
  * If you want to stake the "MAX" amount in your wallet, press the "MAX" button.
* After entering the amount of VRX you want to stake, press the "STAKE" button
  * You will have to confirm the transaction in MetaMask
* When you have successfully staked your VRX, your balance and amount staked will be reflected on the screen.

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* To unstake your funds, enter the amount you want to unstake in the field next to the "UNSTAKE" button
  * If you want to unstake the full balance, press the "MAX" button
* After entering the amount of VRX you want to unstake, press the "UNSTAKE" button
  * You will have to confirm the transaction in MetaMask

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* Rewards are claimed automatically when unstaking.
* To manually claim rewards, press the "CLAIM" button.
* Your balances will be updated in real-time on the screen
  * Your Wallet Address
  * Staking Contract Address
  * Your Balance
  * Staked
  * Total Earned
  * Pending