What is “Bitcoin staking”, really?
On Starknet, Bitcoin staking lets you earn sustainable rewards on your BTC while helping secure and decentralise the Starknet network. Practically, you stake wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC, LBTC, tBTC, or SolvBTC) with a validator (e.g Ready) that participates in Starknet’s consensus. In return, you earn staking rewards which are claimable in STRK, without giving up custody of your assets.Â
Why Starknet + Ready is ideal for native BTC staking
Starknet has integrated Bitcoin into its staking mechanism, so your BTC can do more than sit idle. It’s part of a broader BTCFi push on Starknet, with the Starknet Foundation allocating 100 million STRK in rewards over 6+ months to users who bring their Bitcoin on-chain and put it to work. Ready ties this together in one mobile experience: bridge or swap into a supported BTC wrapper, stake in a few taps, and claim rewards - all while staying in self-custody.Â
Ready is purpose-built for everyday use: quick onboarding, gasless transactions, and a simple UX.Â
Step-by-step: Stake Bitcoin with Ready
- Get the Ready app
Download Ready for iOS or Android and sign up. - Send your Bitcoin to Ready
Bridge your BTC (to WBTC, LBTC, tBTC, or SolvBTC) to Starknet - Open the “Stake your Bitcoin” flow
On Ready’s home screen, tap Stake your Bitcoin (you’ll also find it via the Earn/Invest section). - Enter amount & confirm
Choose how much BTC to stake and confirm the transaction. You’ll be staked and earning STRK rewards straight away! - Track and claim
You can monitor your position and claim rewards anytime (rewards accrue every block). Unstaking has a 7-day withdrawal period.
Need more help? Follow our bitcoin staking tutorial.
What makes Ready’s approach different?
- Mobile-first simplicity: Bridge/swap, earn, stake, claim; all in one app designed for everyday users.
- Self-custody by design: You hold the keys; Ready can’t move your funds. Audited contracts, fraud monitoring, and human support back you up.
- BTCFi-ready: Earn from staking and, if you choose, lend or borrow earn further STRK rewards during BTCFi season.
Bitcoin Staking FAQs
What Bitcoin formats can I stake on Ready?
WBTC, LBTC, tBTC, and SolvBTC are supported. You can bridge them in or swap on Starknet inside the app.
How long does unstaking take?
There’s a 7-day withdrawal period to fully unstake and withdraw your BTC
What token are rewards paid in?
Staking rewards are paid in STRK, Starknet’s native token.
Is Ready self-custody?
Yes. Ready never has access to your assets, only you do.
Do BTCFi rewards apply to staking?
BTCFi primarily incentivises onchain Bitcoin activity (lending, borrowing, providing liquidity), with 100M STRK distributed over 6+ months via participating protocols. Check the Ready app and blog for the latest info.
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Ready to put your Bitcoin to work on Starknet?
Download Ready and start staking in minutes - then claim your STRK rewards on the go.
