> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.orbnb.supply/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Staking

> Complete guide to ORB staking

ORB Supply includes a **non-inflationary staking mechanism** that rewards long-term holders with yield funded entirely by protocol revenue.

<Info>
  Unlike traditional staking that dilutes holders through inflation, ORB staking is
  funded by protocol revenue. This means staking rewards come from buybacks, not
  new token emissions.
</Info>

## How Staking Works

### Revenue-Funded Yield

**10% of all ORB purchased via buybacks** is distributed to stakers:

1. **Protocol generates revenue** (10% of BNB mining rewards)
2. **Revenue used for buybacks** (purchases ORB from market)
3. **10% of purchased ORB** goes to stakers
4. **90% of purchased ORB** is buried

<Info>
  Staking rewards are directly tied to protocol activity. More mining = more revenue =
  more buybacks = more staking rewards.
</Info>

## Reward Structure

### Yield Source

Staking yield comes from:

* **Protocol revenue** (not token emissions)
* **Buyback purchases** (10% of purchased ORB)
* **Automatic distribution** to stakers

### No Dilution

Unlike inflationary staking:

* **No new tokens minted** for staking
* **No dilution** of existing holders
* **Sustainable** long-term model

<Info>
  Traditional staking often dilutes holders by minting new tokens. ORB staking is
  different—rewards come from protocol activity, not inflation. This protects all token
  holders while rewarding those who stake.
</Info>

## Staking Benefits

**No Inflation**: Rewards don't dilute existing holders

**Revenue-Funded**: Yield comes from protocol activity

**Sustainable**: Long-term viable reward mechanism

## Staking Rewards

### Reward Source

Staking rewards come from **10% of ORB purchased via buybacks**:

```
Staking Rewards = Buyback ORB × 0.10
```

**Flow:**

1. Protocol generates revenue (10% of BNB mining rewards)
2. Revenue used to buy ORB from market
3. 10% of purchased ORB → Stakers
4. 90% of purchased ORB → Buried

### Reward Distribution

Rewards are distributed proportionally among all stakers:

```
Your Reward = (Your Staked ORB / Total Staked ORB) × Total Reward Pool
```

**Example:**

* Total reward pool: 10 ORB
* Your stake: 100 ORB
* Total staked: 1,000 ORB
* Your reward: (100 / 1,000) × 10 = **1.0 ORB**

<Info>
  Your share of rewards depends on your percentage of total staked ORB. More stakers
  means smaller individual rewards, but also more total ORB supporting the protocol.
</Info>

### Distribution Frequency

Rewards are distributed:

* **After each buyback** (automatic)
* **Proportional to stake** (fair distribution)
* **Immediately available** (no waiting period)

<Info>
  Since buybacks happen continuously based on protocol revenue, staking rewards are
  also distributed continuously. You don't need to wait for specific epochs or periods.
</Info>

## Yield Calculation

Staking yield is variable, not fixed. It depends on protocol revenue, buyback frequency, total staked, and ORB price.

<Warning>
  Staking yield is not guaranteed. It depends entirely on protocol activity. Do not expect fixed returns.
</Warning>

## Staking vs. Mining

### Two Different Approaches

**Mining:**

* Active participation
* Requires BNB deployment
* Competitive (winners take from losers)
* Potential for large rewards
* Risk of losing deployment

**Staking:**

* Passive participation
* Requires ORB tokens
* Non-competitive (rewards shared)
* Steady, smaller rewards
* Lower risk (no deployment loss)

<Tip>
  You can do both! Mine for active rewards and stake for passive yield. Many participants
  use both strategies to diversify their approach.
</Tip>

## How to Stake

1. Connect your BNB Chain wallet
2. Navigate to the staking section
3. Enter the amount you want to stake
4. Approve token spending (first time only)
5. Confirm the stake transaction

<Warning>
  Staking locks your ORB tokens. You'll need to unstake to regain access. Make sure you understand the lock period and unstaking process.
</Warning>

***

ORB staking offers a unique, non-inflationary way to earn yield on your tokens. By funding rewards through protocol revenue instead of token emissions, staking protects all holders while rewarding those who participate.