# FAQ

### What is staking? <a href="#what-is-a-consensus-algorithm" id="what-is-a-consensus-algorithm"></a>

Staking is a way of earning rewards by holding certain cryptocurrencies.

### Why should I stake?

You will earn passive income by getting rewarded in VGO.

### What wallets can I use?

You can use [Virgo Wallet mobile (Android) or the web extension (Chrome, Firefox, Brave, Opera).](https://www.virgo.net/download)

### Are my tokens safu when I stake?

Yes. Nobody except you will have access to your tokens. Make sure not to lose your mnemonic phrase or private key.

### Can I use my tokens while staking?

No, you cannot use your tokens while staking. To withdraw them, you have to unstake them first. Unstaking takes 7 days.

### What happens if I unstake my tokens during the lockup period?

If you unstake your tokens during the lockup period, you will lose the rewards and those rewards will be burned.


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