For the most efficient way to see and manage your staked assets, use IBKR's Staking Dashboard in Client Portal. You can navigate to the Staking Dashboard in Client Portal by logging in and selecting Trade > Stake Crypto.
To Stake:
- Cryptocurrencies that are eligible for staking will appear at the top of the Staking Dashboard. If you have position, then you will see an available balance and a "Stake" button. Click the "Stake" button on the cryptocurrency you wish to stake to enter the staking journey.
- If this is the first time you have staked at IBKR, you will see a Client Staking Agreement. Clients should read this agreement in its entirety and ensure they fully understand before participating in staking.
- A popup will appear for you to enter the position quantity you wish to stake. If you want to stake your entire available position, then click the "Max" button. The quantity will automatically be filled with your available position in that cryptocurrency. If you prefer to stake a portion, then enter the position quantity into the field manually. Once submitted, you will see a confirmation screen. After returning to the Staking Dashboard, you will see the staking request listed under "Pending Orders".
Please Note: Of the estimated staking and unstaking periods listed on the screen. Once a staking request is entered, it cannot be canceled, and the position cannot be traded until completing the staking and unstaking periods.
When the staking request becomes active, the balance will move from the Staking Dashboard's "Pending Orders" section to the "Assets Staked" section. You can monitor and manage your staked position from this screen. Remember, the unstaking period listed is just an estimate, and can vary based on the blockchain's network conditions. You cannot trade your crypto until you unstake the balance.
To Unstake:
- When a balance has completed the staking activation period and begins earning rewards, it will appear in the Staking Dashboard under "Assets Staked". You can begin the unstaking journey by clicking the "Unstake" button.
- Similar to the staking journey, a popup will appear for you to enter the position quantity you wish to unstake. If you want to unstake your entire staked balance, then click the "Max" button. If you prefer to unstake a portion, then enter the quantity into the field manually.
Please Note: Of the estimated unstaking period listed on the screen. The unstaking period is an estimate provided by the crypto service provider based on current blockchain network conditions, and is subject to change. Ultimately, the length is determined by the blockchain itself, not IBLLC or your crypto service provider.