ZKsync Staking Pilot Program — Build Passive Income on Ethereum Layer 2

ZKsync is a leading Ethereum Layer 2 scaling solution powered by zero-knowledge proofs, enabling faster, cheaper transactions while maintaining Ethereum’s security. It supports high-throughput applications, from DeFi to institutional tools, through innovations like the ZK Stack for custom rollups and upgrades delivering thousands of TPS with near-instant finality.

The Staking Pilot Program offers ZK token holders a straightforward way to earn yields, participate in governance, and support network stability. This delegate-to-stake model rewards active involvement without requiring technical expertise or long-term commitments.

Why Participate in ZKsync Staking?

• Flexible earning: Stake and unstake anytime with no lockups; rewards accrue continuously over 30-day epochs.
• Governance influence: Delegate to active validators who vote on proposals, helping shape ZKsync’s future.
• Competitive yields: APR starts at 3% and scales up to 10% based on participation, streamed directly to your wallet.
• Ethereum-aligned security: Benefits from Ethereum’s proof-of-stake while leveraging ZK proofs for efficiency.
• Low barriers: No minimum stake; accessible via web3 wallets on ZKsync Era mainnet.

Program Overview and Rewards

Season 1 runs from February 9, 2026, to early May 2026, targeting 400M ZK staked. Rewards vest based on delegation to active delegates (those voting in at least 2 of the last 5 proposals).

APR adjusts weekly based on overall participation. Rewards are claimable anytime (no auto-compounding) and can be restaked manually.

How to Get Started

1. Acquire ZK Tokens: Purchase ZK on major exchanges or DEXs like Uniswap (ERC-20: 0x5a7d6b2f92c77fad6ccabd7ee0624e64907eaf3e). If on Ethereum, bridge to ZKsync Era mainnet via the official ZKsync Bridge.

2. Connect Your Wallet: Visit the ZKsync Staking Portal and connect a compatible wallet (e.g., MetaMask configured for ZKsync Era, chain ID 324).

3. Choose an Active Delegate: Select a delegate marked as “Active” based on their voting history to ensure reward eligibility.

4. Stake and Delegate: Enter your ZK amount, confirm the delegation, and approve the transaction. Rewards start accruing immediately.

5. Monitor and Manage: Track your delegate’s status — re-delegate within 7 days if they go inactive. Claim rewards or restake as needed, covering only gas fees.

6. Stay Informed: Follow @ZKsync on X, join Discord, and check the ZK Nation Forum for updates on proposals and future seasons.

This program empowers users to generate yields while contributing to a scalable Ethereum ecosystem.

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