✅ Staking with Trezor Wallet: What You Need to Know

Trezor itself does not natively support staking within Trezor Suite (its default software interface). However, you can stake certain cryptocurrencies by connecting your Trezor device to compatible third-party wallets or platforms.

Trezor provides the security layer (private key protection), while third-party apps handle the staking operations.

🔗 How to Stake Crypto with Trezor: Common Methods

Here’s how staking works with some popular cryptocurrencies using Trezor:

1. Ethereum (ETH) Staking

  • Method: Connect your Trezor to MetaMask
  • Then stake through Lido, Rocket Pool, or other platforms integrated with MetaMask
  • Trezor signs transactions securely while staking is done through the dApp

2. Cardano (ADA)

  • Trezor does not yet support ADA directly
  • Use a third-party wallet like Yoroi or Adalite (partial support for hardware wallets)

3. Polkadot (DOT) & Kusama (KSM)

  • Use Polkadot.js or Fearless Wallet with Trezor integration
  • Trezor securely stores your keys while you nominate validators through the dApp

4. Tezos (XTZ)

  • Stake Tezos using Exodus Wallet or Kukai Wallet, both of which support Trezor

5. Cosmos (ATOM), Solana (SOL), etc.

  • For these, staking may be possible via:
  • Keplr Wallet (Cosmos)
  • Phantom Wallet (Solana)
  • However, some wallets support only Ledger, so always verify compatibility

⚠️ Important Considerations

  • Your keys never leave your Trezor—it signs all staking transactions securely
  • Do not stake using platforms that require transferring coins to custodial services, unless you trust the provider
  • Always confirm compatibility of staking platforms with Trezor before connecting

🔒 Why Stake with Trezor?

  • ✅ Cold storage protection even while participating in staking
  • ✅ Protection against phishing, malware, and fake validators
  • ✅ Secure signing of all staking and unstaking actions

🧠 Final Thoughts

While Trezor doesn't offer one-click staking from its native suite, it enables secure staking through reputable third-party tools. You retain full custody of your crypto, while earning passive income.