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Staking SOL: epochs, stake accounts and choosing a validator
How native Solana staking works: activation and deactivation by epochs (2–3 days), inflation rewards of ~6–8% APY, and criteria for choosing a validator.
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Published 2026-07-20. A practical deep-dive with real numbers, checks you can repeat and mistakes to avoid. Open the page in a JavaScript-enabled browser for the full text.
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