How to Stake Osmosis (OSMO) with Nansen

As the Cosmos ecosystem continues to expand, Osmosis has emerged as a cornerstone of cross-chain DeFi, offering innovative features like customizable liquidity pools and Superfluid Staking.

For crypto enthusiasts looking to earn passive income, learning how to stake OSMO provides an excellent opportunity to support this growing ecosystem while generating returns.

This guide covers everything from purchasing Osmosis tokens to maximizing your staking rewards.

What is Osmosis and Why Stake OSMO?

Osmosis is a decentralized exchange (DEX) and automated market maker (AMM) built on the Cosmos SDK. It serves as a hub for cross-chain DeFi, enabling users to trade and provide liquidity across multiple blockchains using the Inter-Blockchain Communication (IBC) protocol.

The native OSMO token powers this ecosystem and offers several compelling benefits for holders who choose to stake:

Benefits of OSMO Staking:

• Attractive Rewards: Earn passive income through staking, with APYs ranging from approximately 10% to 24% depending on your chosen validator
• Network Security: By staking, you help secure the Osmosis blockchain through its Proof-of-Stake consensus mechanism
• Governance Rights: Participate in protocol governance by voting on proposals that shape Osmosis's future
• Reduced Volatility: The 14-day unbonding period for staked OSMO helps stabilize token price by reducing market fluctuations
• Superfluid Staking: Unique to Osmosis, this feature allows you to stake LP tokens, enabling dual rewards from both staking and liquidity provision

With these advantages in mind, let's explore how to buy OSMO before diving into the staking process.

How to Buy OSMO: Step-by-Step Guide

Before you can stake Osmosis tokens, you'll need to acquire them. Here's a comprehensive guide to purchasing OSMO:

Option 1: Buying OSMO on Centralized Exchanges

Several reputable exchanges offer OSMO trading:

Using Binance:

1. Create an account on Binance and complete verification
2. Deposit funds via bank transfer, credit card, or cryptocurrency
3. Navigate to the Markets section and search for OSMO
4. Purchase OSMO using trading pairs like OSMO/USDT or OSMO/BTC
5. After purchasing, withdraw to your personal wallet for staking

Using KuCoin:

1. Register and verify your KuCoin account
2. Fund your account through your preferred method
3. Navigate to the Spot Market and find OSMO trading pairs
4. Place your buy order at your desired price
5. Transfer purchased tokens to your staking wallet

Using Kraken:

1. Set up a Kraken account and complete verification
2. Deposit funds through wire transfer, ACH, or cryptocurrency
3. Navigate to the trading platform and search for OSMO pairs
4. Execute your purchase
5. Withdraw OSMO to your Cosmos-compatible wallet

Option 2: Buying OSMO Directly on Osmosis DEX

For those preferring a decentralized approach:

1. Set up Keplr Wallet extension in your browser
2. Fund with ATOM (Cosmos) tokens or any IBC-compatible token
3. Visit app.osmosis.zone and connect your Keplr Wallet
4. Navigate to the "Trade" section
5. Swap your tokens for OSMO using the trading interface
6. Your OSMO will be stored directly in your Keplr Wallet, ready for staking

Next: Stake Your OSMO

Once you've acquired OSMO, it's crucial to move your tokens to a compatible wallet that supports staking. The most recommended options are:

• Keplr Wallet: The most popular choice for Cosmos ecosystem tokens
• Trust Wallet: A user-friendly mobile option with built-in staking features
• Ledger: Hardware wallet with Cosmos support through Ledger Live

Now that you have OSMO in a compatible wallet, let's proceed to the Osmosis staking guide.

How to Stake Osmosis (OSMO) with Nansen

Staking OSMO is relatively straightforward. With Nansen, it's super simple to put your OSMO to work.

Once your wallet is set up and funded:

1. Go to Nansen Staking Hub.‍
2. Connect Your Wallet - Navigate your way to the 'Stake' button. Then choose Tendermint network and choose one of the wallets (Nansen supports Leap, Keplr, Ledger)
3. ‍Choose How Much to Stake - Enter the amount of OSMO you want to stake. Remember to account for gas fees.‍
4. Review and Confirm - Check if the details are correct and approve the transaction. After processing, your OSMO staking is active.

Why Stake OSMO with Nansen

When you stake OSMO with Nansen, you get a simple, no-fuss way to put your Osmosis tokens to work earning rewards.

Nansen's staking platform has seen remarkable growth since acquiring StakewithUs, now managing more than $1 billion in staked assets across various networks. This rapid expansion demonstrates both user trust and platform reliability.

With established partnerships across many top blockchain networks already in place, we continue to expand our offerings. Our roadmap includes adding support for more chains and introducing new custodial options to meet diverse investor needs.

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