How to stake with Jito Staked SOL (JitoSOL)

Jito staked SOL, or JitoSOL, can boost your rewards by up to 15% (rates vary and change frequently). Follow these steps to convert your existing SOL to JitoSOL and start earning today.

Steps to Convert SOL to JitoSOL

Whether you have existing stakes or are new to staking, you always start with the SOL in your wallet. Open your Phantom extension or the mobile app and select "Solana" on the wallet homepage.

1. Select the ‘More’ icon – As indicated by three dots, select this to view your minting options.
2. Choose ‘Mint JitoSOL’ – Select this option to learn more and continue with your staking process.
3. Enter the amount of SOL – Input how much SOL you’d like to convert to JitoSOL.
4. Click ‘Next’ – Review the transaction details and confirm the amount of JitoSOL you’ll receive.
5. Confirm the conversion – Select ‘Stake’ to complete the process and mint your JitoSOL.

Unstaking your JitoSOL

Unstaking is just as easy and seemless as staking. However, unstaking occurs in your JitoSOL assets which are labeled in your wallet as "Jito Staked SOL." Once selected, you can initiate the unstake as necessary.

1. Select the ‘More’ icon – As indicated by three dots, select this to view your options.
2. Choose ‘Unstake’ – Select this option to learn more and continue with the unstaking process.
3. Enter the amount of Jito Staked SOL you wish to unstake.
4. You will be brought to https://www.jito.network/staking/ to connect your wallet and begin the process of unstaking. Note: You may see a .1-.3% unstaking fee and you need to have SOL available in your wallet to pay for any fees for the transaction.
5. Click ‘Unstake SOL’ – Review the transaction details and confirm the amount of SOL you’ll receive.
6. Confirm the conversion – Select ‘Stake’ to complete the process.

Once you convert your SOL to JitoSOL, the Jito Interceptor applies a 10-hour cooldown period before your deposit is finalized. During this time, your stake remains pending but continues to earn rewards.

You can track your pending JitoSOL deposits here: Jito Network Management. Once the cooldown ends, your JitoSOL will be automatically processed without any fees.

If you claim before the cooldown period expires, a fee will apply.

By holding JitoSOL in your wallet, you’ll automatically earn rewards and can also use it with various DeFi protocols. Learn more about it here.

FAQ:

1. My stakes are ineligible, what should I do?

   If your stakes are listed under ineligible stake accounts, it means they are not part of the Jito staking pool and cannot be converted to JitoSOL immediately. However, you can unstake them and then go through the staking process to convert them to JitoSOL.
   
   Additionally, if your existing staked SOL is currently activating, your stake account will be ineligible. You need to wait for the process to complete (takes around 2-3 days). You can then check their eligibility to convert them into JitoSOL.

    

2. I just received JitoSOL. How do I start staking?

   Just by holding JitoSOL. You will earn staking rewards simply by holding JitoSOL in your wallet.

3. Is JitoSOL safe?

   Liquid staking makes sense for most people. While there are smart contract risks, JitoSOL is built on the stake pool program developed by Solana Labs, which has been audited nine times.

4. How to know the profit or rewards from JitoSOL staking?

   Unlike traditional staking, JitoSOL is a liquid staking token (LST) issued by Jito Network. When you stake your Solana (SOL) with Jito, you receive JitoSOL in return.

   How Rewards Are Earned

   JitoSOL staking rewards are not distributed as separate payouts. Instead, the value of each JitoSOL token gradually increases relative to SOL. Your rewards are automatically reflected in the exchange rate between SOL and JitoSOL.

   To check your rewards:
   ✅ Monitor the exchange rate: If JitoSOL's value increases compared to SOL, your staking rewards have accumulated.
   ✅ Use the Jito Network Dashboard: Track your active stakes, estimated rewards, and available withdrawals here: Jito Network Management.

   By holding JitoSOL, you continue earning staking rewards while maintaining liquidity—allowing you to use your tokens across various DeFi protocols. 🚀

5. How to unstake JitoSOL?

   There are a couple of ways you can do this:

   • On Jito website: Select "JitoSOL" > Click on the three-dotted option (...) > Select "Unstake". This should take you to the Jito website where you can connect your wallet and unstake.

   • Swap: Simply head over to our in-app swapper and swap them for SOL or any other token to instantly unstake.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to our support team.