# How to Stake XDC

### Prerequisites

* An XDC-compatible wallet (e.g., MetaMask configured for XDC Network).
* XDC tokens in your wallet.

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### Step 1 - Connect Your Wallet

Go to [primestaking.xyz](https://primestaking.xyz) and click **Connect Wallet**. Approve the connection in your wallet.

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### Step 2 - Navigate to XDC Liquid Staking

Open [primestaking.xyz/xdc-liquid-staking](https://primestaking.xyz/xdc-liquid-staking/overview) and enter the amount of XDC you want to stake.

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### Step 3 - Confirm the Transaction

Review the amount and click **Stake**. Confirm the on-chain transaction in your wallet.

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### Step 4 - Receive psXDC

Once confirmed, psXDC tokens are automatically issued to your wallet at a 1:1 ratio with your staked XDC. You can now hold, trade, or use psXDC in DeFi while your staked XDC earns rewards.

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### Adding psXDC to Your Wallet

If psXDC doesn't appear in your wallet automatically, click the **Add psXDC Token** button in the app.

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Alternatively, add it manually as a custom token:

**Contract address:** `0x9B8e12b0BAC165B86967E771d98B520Ec3F665A6`

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