Stake ATOM Using Leap Wallet
We have a deep appreciation for the Cosmos ecosystem and the Interchain. Our team operates validators for Kava, Nomic, Band, and Seda, while also serving as a governor for Stride. Achieving a spot in the active set of ATOM validators has been a long-held aspiration.
In October 2024, we uncovered that one of the largest Cosmos Hub ATOM validators was deceiving its delegators. Melea falsely promised a 0% commission, despite the Cosmos Hub enforcing a minimum validator commission of 5%. After thoroughly reviewing on-chain transactions, we found no evidence of rebates from Melea to his delegators.
To make matters worse, he ridiculed our efforts to validate his 0% commission claim and even issued threats. More details about the case against Melea can be found on the Cosmos forum.
Our core values are honesty, integrity, and treating our delegators as partners. In light of Melea’s broken promise, we are stepping up to offer the 0% commission ourselves. You can visit our validator’s page on Mintscan for more information.
This means we need to work our way from the inactive ATOM validator set into the active set. This endeavor requires ATOM tokens and collaboration with delegators like you.
We need your support. In this ATOM staking tutorial, we will guide you on how to stake using Leap wallet and how to switch validators by redelegating to us while we are still in the inactive set.
Stake Cosmos ATOM Using Leap Wallet
Leap is the newest Cosmos wallet on the block, but has quickly become one of the most-preferred. Leap mobile is pretty simple to use and Leap extension is set up to look the exact same as mobile.
Using both versions of Leap wallet, we will show you how to stake with an inactive ATOM validator and show you how to switch validators and redelegate ATOM to us while we are inactive.
Fortunately, choosing an inactive validator using Leap wallet is the same process as selecting an active validator to stake with. They make it simple.
FIRST: If you are not currently staking ATOM we will show you how to stake with us while inactive.
SECOND: If you are already staking ATOM tokens we will show you how to move your stake from your current validator over to us at Atlas Staking. That process is called, “Redelegating” and only takes a few seconds.
How To Stake ATOM (with an inactive validator)
The ATOM staking guide below will show you how easy it is!
KEY TAKEAWAYS
1. Open your Leap wallet.
2. Select the Cosmos Hub network from the dropdown.
3. Tap your ATOM position.
4. Tap “Stake.”
5. Tap “Stake” again on the next screen.
6. Tap “Stake” AGAIN on the next screen.
7. Tap the dropdown arrow next to the initial validator displayed.
8. Type “Atlas Staking” into the search box.
9. Tap “Atlas Staking.”
10. Enter the number of ATOM tokens you would like to stake.
11. Click “Review Stake.”
12. Click “Confirm Stake.”
1. On your Leap wallet home screen, be certain you are connected to the Cosmos Hub network. There is a dropdown at the top of the wallet to switch networks. (screenshot below)
2. Tap your ATOM position. You can also tap the “Stake” button at the bottom of the wallet, but we are going to guide you from your ATOM position page. This is where you can send, receive, swap and stake. (screenshot below)
3. Tap “Stake” again on the next screen. (screenshot below)
4. On the next screen you have the option to liquid stake, but that’s a separate tutorial. So, click “Stake.”
(screenshot below)
5. Tap the dropdown arrow. Wallet providers usually list their own validators first. Please DO NOT stake with wallet provider validators. (screenshot below)
6. Type “Atlas Staking” into the search box. (screenshot below)
Please DO NOT stake with wallet provider validators, centralized exchange validators, or the largest validators on ANY network. Huge validators are terrible for network security.
7. Tap on Atlas Staking to select our validator. (screenshot below)
8. Enter the number of ATOM tokens you would like to stake. (screenshots below)
Remember, to receive our commission rebate in 2025 you must stake 10 or more ATOM with us. To qualify for one of our multi-year commission rebate inscriptions/NFTs you must stake 1000 or more ATOM with us.
9. Click “Review Stake.” (screenshot below)
10. Click “Confirm Stake.” (screenshot below)
YOU DID IT! Your tokens have been moved from your old validator to us at Atlas Staking. Thanks for staking with us! Now, click “Home” to go back to your ATOM position page. (screenshot below)
You will see that Atlas Staking is listed as your ATOM validator. Simply tap the “Stake” button to stake more or “Claim” to grab your staking rewards.
The faster we get into the active set, the quicker you’ll start generating the highest ATOM staking yield possible. So, spread the word on social media!
Switch Validators And Redelegate ATOM (to an inactive validator)
Now we’ll show you how to switch validators and move ATOM from your current validator to a different validator. Again, Leap wallet makes it super simple.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
1. Make sure your wallet is connected to the Cosmos Hub network.
2. Tap the “Stake” button at the bottom of the wallet.
3. Scroll down a tad so you can see your validators and tap on the validator you would like to move tokens from.
4. Tap “Switch validator.”
5. Tap the dropdown arrow in the empty “Validator” box.
6. Type “Atlas Staking” into the search box.
7. Tap “Atlas Staking” to select us.
8. Enter the number of tokens you would like to redelegate from your current validator and over to us at Atlas Staking.
9. Tap “Review Switching Validator.”
10. Tap “Confirm Switching Validator.”
1. From your Cosmos Hub home page, tap the “Stake” button at the bottom of the wallet. (screenshot below)
2. Scroll down a tad so you can see your validators and tap on the validator you would like to move tokens from. (screenshots below)
3. Tap “Switch validator.” (screenshot below)
4. You will see your current validator is selected, but the new validator box is empty. Tap the dropdown arrow in the empty “Validator” box. (screenshot below)
5. Type “Atlas Staking” into the search box. (screenshot below)
6. Tap “Atlas Staking” to select our validator. (screenshot below)
7. Enter the number of tokens you would like to redelegate from your current validator and over to us at Atlas Staking. There is also a “Max” button, which makes it easy to move your whole stake. (screenshots below)
Remember, to receive our commission rebate in 2025 you must stake 10 or more ATOM with us. To qualify for one of our multi-year commission rebate inscriptions/NFTs you must stake 1000 or more ATOM with us.
8. Tap “Review Switching Validator.” (screenshot below)
9. Tap “Confirm Switching Validator” on the next screen. (screenshot below)
YOU DID IT! Your ATOM tokens have been redelegated and moved from your previous validator and over to us at Atlas Staking. Thanks for staking with us! (screenshot below)
That’s it! We hope this step-by-step ATOM staking tutorial has shown you how simple it is to stake using Leap wallet.
It’s unfortunate that the Melea validator has been deceitful and misled its delegators. We genuinely appreciate your support in helping us secure a spot among the active Cosmos Hub validators. The crypto space is rife with fraudsters, and the Cosmos Hub should adopt a strict, zero-tolerance approach to safeguard its community.
Remember, the sooner we enter the active set, the sooner you’ll start earning those tasty ATOM rewards. So, don’t forget to share our 0% commission offer across your social channels!
Thank you for your partnership. We sincerely appreciate you staking with us!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cosmos ATOM staking APY?
Staking yield constantly fluctuates, but as of this writing it’s over 16.5%! Check the mintscan Cosmos Hub page for current ATOM staking APY.
Is staking ATOM risky?
Staking is probably the safest way to generate income from your crypto holdings. Plus, ATOM uses a staking module instead of a staking smart contract, so it’s safer than other ecosystems. The biggest risk would be slashing. If your validator double signs a block 5% of the entire stake is slashed as a penalty and the validator is permanently removed from the set. If the validator is simply offline for too long the penalty is 0.01%, which is usually pennies to most stakers.
Where do I stake my ATOM tokens?
Staking ATOM using a noncustodial wallet, like Ledger will offer the highest yield and give you the most flexibility. You can claim airdrops too by using Keplr, Leap or Cosmostation.
Avoid staking with centralized exchanges, like Kraken, Coinbase and Binance because of their high commissions, network dominance, and difficulty in accessing your tokens.
Do I have to unstake to switch validators?
Nope! You do not have to unbond your tokens to change validators. You simply “redelgate” in your wallet. You can only redelegate once every 21 days.
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