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# Stake esXAI

1. Connect your wallet holding the esXAI you want to stake.
2. Search for the desired pool at <https://app.xai.games/staking>
3. Click on the pool to open its details screen.
4. Click on the stake button for the esXAI component.
5. Set your stake amount.&#x20;
   1. There is no minimum, but pools have maximum staking capacities for both keys and esXAI.
6. Confirm the amount and sign the transaction – you will need some Arbitrum ETH for gas costs.

{% hint style="info" %}
Want to stake more esXAI? Follow these steps to redeem XAI for esXAI
{% endhint %}