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# Staking

We design the staking process to provide reliable returns to token holders and support long-term sustainability of the ecosystem.

### Staking types

* **Soft Lock:** allows you to withdraw funds at any time, but the yield is provided only when storing tokens for more than 30 days.
* **Hard Lock:** fixed terms (3/6/12 months) with increased profitability and more significant privileges for participants.

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### Profitability (APY)

| Lock period | Profitability(APY) |
| ----------- | ------------------ |
| No block    | 1%                 |
| 3 months    | 3%                 |
| 6 months    | 4,5%               |
| 12 months   | 6%                 |

Staking payments are made from the **Ecosystem Development Fund (10%)** and commission fees.