Great! Here’s a **step-by-step guide** to start **Soft Staking (Flexible Staking) on Binance**, along with the latest ways to check APRs and maximize rewards.
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### **📌 Step-by-Step: How to Stake on Binance (Flexible/Soft Staking)**
1. **Log in** to your [Binance account](https://www.binance.com).
2. **Go to [Binance Earn](https://www.binance.com/en/earn)** (or click "Earn" → "Staking" in the app).
3. **Choose "Flexible" or "Locked" Staking** (Soft Staking = Flexible).
4. **Search for your preferred coin** (e.g., ADA, SOL, DOT, MATIC, etc.).
5. **Click "Stake Now"** (if Flexible, just hold in Spot Wallet; no extra steps needed).
6. **Confirm & Start Earning** (rewards auto-credit daily).
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### **💰 How to Check Latest APRs (Reward Rates)**
1. **On Binance Earn Page**:
- Visit [Binance Earn](https://www.binance.com/en/earn).
- Filter by **"Flexible"** to see available coins & current APYs.
- Example rates (varies daily):
- **ADA**: ~2-5%
- **DOT**: ~5-8%
- **SOL**: ~1-3%
- **ATOM**: ~5-10%
- **ETH 2.0**: ~3-6%
2. **In the Binance App**:
- Tap **"Earn"** → **"Staking"** → **"Flexible"**.
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### **⚡ Tips to Maximize Earnings**
✅ **Hold Long-Term**: The longer you keep funds, the more rewards accumulate.
✅ **Check Promotions**: Binance sometimes offers **higher APRs for new users** or limited-time boosts.
✅ **Compound Rewards**: Reinvest earned rewards for compounding growth.
✅ **Compare with Locked Staking**: If you don’t need liquidity, **Locked Staking** offers higher APY (but funds are locked).
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### **🔍 Where to Find Your Staking Rewards**
- **Desktop**: "Wallet" → "Earn" → "Staking" → "Distribution Records".
- **Mobile App**: "Earn" → "Staking" → "History".
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### **🚨 Important Notes**
- **No Minimum for Most Coins**: But some (like ETH 2.0) require a small minimum.
- **Tax Implications**: Staking rewards may be taxable in some countries.
- **Network Fees**: Withdrawals may have fees (e.g., ETH high gas fees).
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### **💡 Alternative: Locked Staking (Higher APY)**
If you’re okay with locking funds for **15-120 days**, check **Locked Staking** for **higher returns** (e.g., 10%+ on some coins).