> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.fathom.fi/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.fathom.fi/dao/user-guides/staking.md).

# Staking

To deposit and then withdraw your FXD in the Vault, follow the steps below:

* Go to Fathom [DApp](https://dapp.fathom.fi/#/dao/staking).
* Connect your Web3 wallet (such as [MetaMask](https://metamask.io/)) and make sure your network is set to the intended chain (i.e., [XDC](https://chainlist.org/chain/50)).

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* Enter the amount of FTHM you would like to deposit and lock period. During lock period you can't withdraw tokens without a significant penalty, but you will be receiving more rewards and voting power.
* Click "**Stake**"
  * You may be required to approve the FTHM transfer before the actual transfer (depending on your previous deposits).
  * Sign and send the transaction in your Wallet.
  * Wait for the transaction to be processed.
  * Once the transaction has gone through, you'll see your position in "**My Positions"** on the same page.

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* If the lock period has passed for the position, you can "**Unstake**" without penalties. You can choose how many tokens you want to unstake.

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* Otherwise, you can use "**Early Unstake**", which will result in token loss. You can do it only for the full amount of the tokens minus the penalty.

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* ATTENTION: Do not forget to claim accrued rewards before unstaking, otherwise you will loose them. Clock "Claim rewards" button and follow the process.
  * Sign and send the transaction in your Wallet.
  * Wait for the transaction to be processed.
* Click "**Yes, Unstake**"
  * You may be required to approve the vFTHM transfer before the actual transfer (depending on your previous deposits).
  * Sign and send the transaction in your Wallet.
  * Wait for the transaction to be processed.
  * Once the transaction has gone through, you'll see your position in "**My Positions"** has either changed, or disappeared. You will also see the "**Unstake Cooling Down**" notification and "**Cooldown in progress**" with timer.

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* Wait for the cooldown period to pass. You can withdraw the unstaked and rewarded amount right after it. Clock "**Withdraw**" button.
  * Sign and send the transaction in your Wallet.
  * Wait for the transaction to be processed.