# Staking Guide

HPP Staking lets you lock HPP on the network and earn rewards. Staking is designed to reward committed participants, support Season-based incentive programs, and create a clearer foundation for governance and upgrade decisions as HPP evolves.

*Please refer to the* [***Staking Guide***](https://paper.hpp.io/guide/HPP_Staking_Guideline.pdf) *for more information.*

#### What makes HPP Staking different

Most staking programs are “stake, earn” and your APR mainly changes with total TVL. HPP takes a different approach with a Seasonal APR model.

1. **Season-based rewards:** Staking runs in Seasons (\~3 months). Each Season can introduce new reward components and rules.
2. **Progression, not just timing:** Your rewards are designed to improve through consistent participation over multiple Seasons, not just by entering at the “right” time.
3. **Commitment is recognized:** Season 1 can focus on early positioning, Season 2 can reward duration and consistency, and later Seasons can incorporate ecosystem participation (e.g., governance activity).

#### Season roadmap

**Season 1: Amount-based Credit**

* Your stake amount determines your tier/multiplier
* Season 1 Credit is designed to carry forward into future Seasons

**Season 2 (planned): Holding duration Credit**

* Rewards how long you remain staked
* Longer consistency can increase reward power

**Season 3 (planned): DAO activity Credit**

* Rewards ecosystem participation (e.g., voting, proposals)
* Contributions can translate into additional reward power