# StaKing Pool

## What Is Staking and How Does It Work?

Staking is the process of locking up a certain amount of cryptocurrency to earn rewards. By doing this, stakers receive extra crypto as a reward, making it a popular way for investors to earn passive income.

## Why Stake?&#x20;

Earn Rewards: Staking lets you earn additional crypto by storing your tokens in a staking wallet, offering a way to generate passive income.

## Is Staking Crypto Worth It?&#x20;

Yes. Staking idle crypto assets is generally a good way to earn passive income, especially for long-term holders who want to support a project. However, if the price of the staked crypto drops significantly, the rewards may not cover your losses.

## How Are Staking Rewards Calculated?

The amount of crypto you’ve staked.

How long you’ve been staking.

The total amount of crypto staked on the network.

## Could I Withdraw Staked Crypto?&#x20;

Yes, you can withdraw your staked crypto and rewards at any time.

## How do I participate?

Please refer to this guide: [How to Use Staking Pool to Earn Rewards?](https://iloveics.gitbook.io/icpswap/products/staking-pool/how-to-use-staking-pool-to-earn-rewards)
