$BNB Staking BNB can be an excellent way to earn passive income while supporting the Binance ecosystem. Here's a step-by-step guide:

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What is Staking?

Staking involves locking up your BNB in a platform to support network operations (e.g., validating transactions) and earn rewards.

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Types of BNB Staking

1. Flexible Staking:

Allows you to withdraw your BNB anytime.

Lower rewards compared to locked staking.

2. Locked Staking:

You lock your BNB for a fixed period (7, 30, 60, 90 days).

Higher rewards but no access to funds during the lock period.

3. DeFi Staking:

BNB is used in decentralized finance protocols.

Higher potential rewards but carries more risks.

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How to Stake BNB

1. Create a Binance Account:

Sign up on Binance if you don’t already have an account.

Complete any required KYC/verification processes.

2. Buy or Deposit BNB:

Buy BNB on Binance using fiat or other cryptocurrencies.

Alternatively, deposit BNB from another wallet.

3. Choose a Staking Option:

Go to Binance Earn > Staking or Simple Earn.

Select the type of staking: Flexible, Locked, or DeFi.

Compare APYs (Annual Percentage Yields) and durations.

4. Stake Your BNB:

Enter the amount of BNB to stake.

Confirm the staking period and details.

Review and click Stake Now.

5. Monitor Rewards:

Check rewards on the Binance dashboard.

Rewards are typically distributed daily or periodically, depending on the staking plan.

6. Unstake When Needed:

For locked staking, unstaking is only possible after the lock-up period ends.

For flexible staking, you can unstake anytime.

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Benefits of Staking BNB

Passive Income: Earn rewards without trading.

Flexibility: Options for both short-term and long-term commitments.

Ecosystem Support: Contribute to Binance's ecosystem and growth.

Risks of Staking

Lock-up Period: For locked staking, your funds are inaccessible during the staking duration.

Market Volatility: The value of BNB may drop, affecting overall returns.

DeFi Risks: If using DeFi staking, you face potential smart contract vulnerabilities.