# XDC

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## XDC validators require a 10M XDC bond to run. Please reach out to the Kiln team to discuss deploying validators into the XDC ecosystem: <support@kiln.fi>

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## Staking mechanics

<table><thead><tr><th width="351">Parameter</th><th>Value</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Stake activation time</strong></td><td>instant</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Stake lock-up time</strong> </td><td>30 days unbonding</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Re-delegating activation time</strong></td><td>30 days unbonding</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Rewards frequency</strong></td><td>Daily</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Auto-compounding</strong></td><td>No</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Self-bond</strong></td><td>10M XDC</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Active set</strong></td><td>108 Masternodes/145 standby</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Slashing</strong></td><td>No loss of principal, can be demoted to Standby</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Staking workflow

| What is the staking process?                                | <p>Bond 10M XDC to run a validator after Kiln has deployed to the network</p><p><br></p>                                              |
| ----------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Do funds move out to another wallet?                        | No, funds are typically locked via smart contract or validator system rather than being sent to a different wallet you don’t control. |
| Can I keep staking/unstaking from/to the same wallet?       | Yes, you can stake and unstake using the same wallet address.                                                                         |
| Can I select how much of my wallet balance I want to stake? | Yes, you can choose the specific amount of XDC you want to stake                                                                      |
| Can I unstake a portion of my stake?                        | Yes, partial unstaking is generally possible                                                                                          |
| How do I unstake?                                           | <p></p><p>You initiate an unstake/withdrawal request<br></p>                                                                          |


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