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# Staking & Rewards

HydraNode's Crypto Staking Program is an innovative way for professional users to earn rewards and deepen their engagement with the platform. By participating in crypto staking, users can secure additional benefits while contributing to the stability and security of the HydraNode ecosystem. Here's how the program works:

There are 2 ways by which HYD tokens can be earned.

1. Buy and Stake Tokens to earn at 8% APY of staked tokens. Staking Locked for monthly cycle with rewards that can be cashed out each month.
2. Second way is by buying subscription of the service and accumulating certificates. The details are listed in the Certification Rewards Section.


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