Polkadot (DOT)
Polkadot is a heterogeneous multichain network that relies on Nominated Proof-of-Stake (NPoS) consensus. It links independent parachains, offers six-second block times, and lets DOT holders nominate trusted validators to secure the Relay Chain.
Pier Two delivers non-custodial, institutional-grade staking on Polkadot. Your DOT never leaves your custody, while our globally distributed infrastructure keeps validators online and performant.
Whether you’re staking 1 000 or 1 000 000 DOT, Pier Two provides the tooling, custodial integrations, and uptime guarantees required for scalable operations.
Polkadot Staking Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Staking Rate | ~ 11 – 14 % AP |
| Slashing | 0.01 % – 100 % possible if a nominated validator is slashed |
| Reward Frequency | Every era (≈ 24 h) |
| Withdrawal Time | 28 days unbonding |
Ways to Stake with Pier Two
Method | Custody Integration | Description |
|---|---|---|
Stake via Fireblocks | Fireblocks (raw signing) | Delegate DOT directly from a Fireblocks vault using raw transaction signing. https://github.com/fireblocks/polkadot_staking_sdk |
Stake via BitGo | BitGo | Stake DOT through your BitGo account with Pier Two validators pre-configured. |
Stake via Ledger | Ledger Hardware Wallet | Stake through the ledger interface to a Pier Two validator. |
Not sure which method is right for you?
Contact us — we’ll help map out the best flow for your infrastructure and objectives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I be slashed?
Yes. If a validator you back is slashed, nominators share the penalty (from 0.01 % up to 100 % in extreme cases). Choosing reputable validators such as Pier Two dramatically reduces this risk.
How are rewards distributed?
Rewards accrue each era (≈ 24 h). Pier Two automatically claims and compounds them on your behalf, saving you manual transactions.
What is the unbonding period?
Unstaking DOT takes 28 days. During this time your tokens are locked and do not earn rewards.
Do I retain custody of my tokens?
Yes. Delegation never transfers ownership; it only assigns your stake’s voting power to Pier Two’s validators.
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
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Pier Two Pty Ltd is a Corporate Authorised Representative of TAF Capital Pty Ltd (AFSL 425925, CAR No. 1307718). Staking services are available to Wholesale Clients only, as defined in sections 761G and 761GA of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth).
Updated 21 days ago