> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.wemix.fi/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.wemix.fi/guides/liquid-staking/stake.md).

# Stake

The Stake feature enables exchanging WEMIX for stWEMIX, a liquid staking token that represents staked WEMIX. This guide walks through the complete staking process.

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#### Prerequisites

Required items for Stake:

* Web3 wallet (WemixPLAY, MetaMask) set up for WEMIX3.0 network
* Native WEMIX to stake and pay network transaction fees
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## Starting to Stake

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* Connect a wallet to WEMIX.Fi and navigate to the Liquid Staking page.&#x20;

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* Select WEMIX → stWEMIX to begin the staking process.
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## Enter Staking Amount

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* Input the amount of WEMIX to stake. The interface displays:
  * Current exchange rate between WEMIX and stWEMIX
  * Expected stWEMIX amount based on current exchange rate
  * Estimated annual growth rate of stWEMIX valu
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## Executing the Transaction

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* Review the staking details and confirm.

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* The wallet requests approval to process the stake. After approval, the transaction processes on the blockchain.

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* A confirmation notification appears upon successful completion, and stWEMIX is transferred to the wallet.
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## Transaction History

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* Completed stakes appear in the Dashboard's Transaction History.