# Locking NUT

In this guide you will learn how to stake NUT in Nucleon.

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NOTE: Remember that the NUT will be Locked and that you can't withdraw it until the Locking Period ends.
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**Step 1**: Open your wallet and connect your account to the NUT platform.

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**Step 2**: Once your wallet is connected, select the "Lock NUT" button on the platform.

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**Step 3**: At the top of the screen, add the amount of NUT you want to stake. At the bottom, select the duration you want to lock your NUT for.&#x20;

Information about the voting power you will receive and the time your NUT will be locked will appear on the screen.

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**Step 4:** Select the "Approve NUT/Lock NUT" button.

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**Step 5:** Review the transaction details and click the "Confirm" button to approve the transaction.

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That's it! You have successfully staked your NUT on the platform.