Become an Avalanche Validator
What Are Validators?
Learn how validators work and what it means to validate chains on the Avalanche network.
Validator Stats
See current Avalanche stats, validator counts, stake distribution and more.
How to Become a Validator
Everything you need to know to learn the process and requirements to become a validator.
Validator FAQ
Explore frequently-asked-questions about validating the Avalanche network.
Stake your avax and receive rewards
See the current rewards rate, the number of validators, delegators and total AVAX staked.
Total Stake
Avax
247,622,350
validation stake
201,886,319
Delegated Stake
45,736,031
Staking ratio
4.41%
Staking Rewards
Annual Percentage Yield (APY)
6.7%
staking validators
1,724
Total delegations
11 pending
161,835
Staking Calculator
Your Avalanche (AVAX) Stake
Annual Percentage Yield (APY)
8.50%
Daily
0.71
($0.32)
Monthly
21.30
($9.60)
yearly
260.00
($117.00)
Staking Rewards
Earn up to 7.65% APY on staked AVAX, and set your own fee for accepting delegations to your node.
No slashing
Unlike other platforms, staked tokens on Avalanche are never at risk of slashing. Meet these parameters, and you’ll be rewarded.
Secure a Growing Network
New applications and assets are launching on Avalanche every day. Help them flourish and be part of the future.
Low Hardware Requirements
Lightest hardware requirements of any blockchain platform. No special manufacturers or high-priced equipment.
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