# Staking

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How to Stake Your TON with Hipo
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### Key Features of the Hipo App for Staking

In the "**Stake**" tab, you can:

* View both your **TON** and **hTON** balances.
* Check the **hTON exchange rate**, which increases as staking rewards accumulate.
* Review the [APY](https://docs.hipo.finance/frequently-asked-questions/what-is-apy) (Annual Percentage Yield) from the last validation round.

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### How to Stake Your TON with Hipo

#### Step 1: Choose Your Platform

You can stake your TON using the [Hipo Web App](https://app.hipo.finance/), [Telegram Mini App](https://t.me/HipoFinanceBot), or even through [Hipo Gang](https://t.me/HipoGangBot). Simply choose the platform that suits you best, and you'll be able to stake TON from any of these options.

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#### Step 2: Connect Your Wallet

Next, connect your TON wallet. Hipo supports a wide range of TON wallets, including Tonkeeper, Tonhub, and others.

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#### Step 3: Enter the Amount You Want to Stake

Decide how much TON you’d like to stake. You’ll be able to see how much [hTON (Hipo Staked TON)](https://docs.hipo.finance/hipo-tokens/hipo-staked-ton-hton) you’ll receive based on the current exchange rate, which increases over time as staking rewards accumulate. Once you're satisfied, click "Stake."

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#### Step 4: Confirm the Transaction

Confirm the staking transaction directly in your wallet. Within seconds, you’ll receive your hTON tokens, representing your staked TON.

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As the value of hTON increases with each validation round, your rewards are compounded.&#x20;

Additionally, the [DeFi section](https://app.hipo.finance/#/page=defi/) provides various decentralized finance platforms where you can use your hTON to further increase your earnings while still gaining staking rewards.
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