> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.pictor.network/docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.pictor.network/docs/checker-nodes/staking-guide.md).

# Staking Guide

A step-by-step guide to stake into Pictor Checker Nodes, help verify rendering outputs, and earn real rewards directly.

Staking allows you to actively participate in the Pictor Network's validation layer, helping to secure the network and earn rewards along the way.

1. **NFT Staking** – how to stake your Pictor Checker Node NFTs into Pictor Checker Nodes to earn Block Rewards in $PICTOR.
2. **Token Staking** – how to stake $PICTOR tokens into Checker Nodes to earn Shared Revenue.

## 1. NFT Staking

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To get started, make sure you own a Pictor Checker Node NFT. 

If you don’t have one yet, you can purchase one at: <https://nft-sale.pictor.network/>
{% endhint %}

Once you have your NFT, follow these simple steps to stake it and start earning rewards:

### Step 1: Create Pictor Account

Go to[ app.pictor.network](https://app.pictor.network) and sign in with your Google account or connect a crypto wallet (e.g., Aptos’s Petra).

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To access your purchased NFT, sign in with the same wallet you used during the NFT purchase.
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### Step 2: Stake NFT

1. Navigate to the **Checker Nodes** section on the sidebar → **Checker Nodes** tab.
2. Select the Checker Node where you want to stake NFTs, and click <mark style="color:yellow;">`Stake Now`</mark>.

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You can only stake into Checker Nodes that match the **level of your NFTs**.
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3. Select your NFT(s) that you want to stake.

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You can stake up to 10 NFTs at a time, and you will need some APT to cover the transaction fee.
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4. Click <mark style="color:yellow;">`Stake Now`</mark> and sign the transaction.

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Your NFTs are now successfully staked!

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### Step 3: Monitor Rewards

After staking, go back to the Checker Nodes tab, and check your ongoing rewards in the **My Epoch Rewards** column or the **Claimable Rewards** section.

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**Note**:&#x20;

1. Rewards are calculated per epoch (*each epoch lasts 1 week*) based on:

* The number of NFTs staked in that node.
* The duration your NFTs remain staked during the epoch.

2. Check how [Block Rewards are calculated](https://docs.pictor.network/docs/checker-nodes/rewards#reward-calculation).
   {% endhint %}

### Step 4: Claim Rewards

You can claim your Block rewards under the Claimable Rewards section.

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**Note**: Your Block Rewards are currently distributed as a sub token and will be converted 1:1 to PICTOR token at TGE for you to claim.
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## 2. Token Staking *(coming soon)*

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Token staking will allow Checker Node NFT + PICTOR Token stakers to share in Pictor Network’s revenue. More details will be announced after $PICTOR is launched.