Near (NEAR)
NEAR Protocol uses a sharded Proof-of-Stake (PoS) consensus mechanism. It supports smart contracts built with JavaScript and Rust, offers account abstraction features like email/Telegram logins, and achieves fast finality (~1.3 seconds) with low fees (sub-1 cent).
Pier Two offers secure, non-custodial staking on the NEAR Protocol — tailored for institutional teams and platforms. All NEAR remains in your control, and validators are operated by Pier Two’s high-performance infrastructure.
Whether you're staking 1,000 or 1,000,000 NEAR, Pier Two provides the tooling, integrations, and uptime needed for scalable staking operations.
NEAR Staking Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Staking Rate | ~7.92% |
| Slashing | No slashing for delegators |
| Reward Frequency | Every epoch (~12 hours) |
| Withdrawal Time | Up to 48 hours |
Ways to Stake with Pier Two
Choose the supported method below to stake NEAR with Pier Two:
| Method | Custody Integration | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Stake via MyNearWallet | MyNearWallet, Ledger | Delegate NEAR through a supported wallet |
| Stake via Meteor Wallet | Meteor Wallet, Ledger | Delegate NEAR using Meteor’s staking flow |
Not sure which method is right for you? Contact us — we’ll help you find the best path based on your setup and objectives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I be slashed?
No. NEAR Protocol does not implement slashing for delegators. Validators who misbehave are removed from the active set, but delegators’ tokens remain unaffected.
How are rewards distributed?
Rewards are automatically compounded. They are added to your staked balance after each epoch (~12 hours).
What is the unstaking period?
Unstaking NEAR tokens takes approximately 48 hours (4 epochs). During this time, your tokens are locked and not earning rewards.
Do I retain custody of my tokens?
Yes. You retain full control of your NEAR tokens at all times. Delegating does not transfer ownership — only voting power to support validator operations.
Why Stake with Pier Two?
Pier Two is an enterprise-grade non-custodial staking provider, trusted by institutions, custodians, exchanges, funds and layer-1s around the world. We focus on performance, transparency and security without taking custody of anything.
- Founded in 2018 and focused on high-touch client relationships.
- Industry leading performance and #1 of all time on the Rated Network.
- Institutional grade with ISO 27001:2022 and SOC-2 certifications and security.
Contact Us
If you would like to stake with Pier Two please contact us.
Pier Two Pty Ltd is a Corporate Authorised Representative of TAF Capital Pty Ltd: AFSL 425925, CAR Number 1307718. For Wholesale Clients only in accordance with sections 761G and 761GA of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth).
Updated about 1 month ago