# How to Stake on Vana

## For $VANA Stakers

#### **Why Stake $VANA?**

Staking $VANA is your chance to actively support the Vana ecosystem while earning rewards. By staking to zLayer, you:

* **Grow your holdings:** Earn proportional rewards based on your stake and duration.
* **Maximize rewards:** Commit longer to increase your multiplier and unlock greater returns.

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#### **How to Stake in** zLayer on Vana

**Step 1: Choose zLayer**

* Find zLayer on the Vana DataHub dashboard.

**Step 2: Allocate Your Stake**

* Select zLayer and decide how much $VANA to stake.
* Your stake is immediately reflected in the zLayer's total, helping boost its ranking.

**Step 3: Wait for the Rankings**

* At the end of the **21-day Rewards Cycle**, the Top 16 DataDAOs are determined based on total stake and unique data contributors.
* So, let's get zLayer to the top to be able to earn more!

**Step 4: Earn Rewards**

* Rewards are calculated based on:
  * **Your stake amount.**
  * **The duration of your stake.**
  * **The size of the reward pool earned by zLayer.**

**Check out the next section to see how yu can claim your rewards!**


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