> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://tech.usual.money/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://tech.usual.money/overview/features/usualx-usual-staking.md).

# USUALx (USUAL staking)

## Overview

The UsualX staking feature is a robust, upgradeable ERC4626-compliant vault designed for secure yield generation. It offers functionalities like whitelist and blacklist management, withdrawal fees, and yield distribution over specific periods. 

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<summary><strong>Receive USUAL staking yield</strong></summary>

1. **Deposit:** USUAL owner can deposit their tokens into USUALx vault and will receive a vaultshare token (call USUALx) that represents their share a will be used to calculate the amount of USUAL token rewards a user eligible for.<br>
2. **Redeem:** User can claim the yield by exchanging vaultshare tokens for the USUAL rewards within the vault against a fee that is set by the DAO. Partial redemptions are possible.

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## Smart Contracts

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[USUALx](/smart-contracts/token-contracts/usualx.md)
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[USUAL staking](/smart-contracts/protocol-contracts/usual/usual-staking.md)
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