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# How to Stake lvlUSD

You can stake lvlUSD to earn yield generated by the Level protocol and get [slvlUSD](/level-documentation/how-it-works/slvlusd.md).

To stake lvlUSD, you must own it first. Please [refer to this guide](/level-documentation/user-guides/how-to-get-lvlusd.md) to buy lvlUSD.

**Step 1.** Visit [**https://app.level.money/earn**](https://app.level.money/earn)

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**Step 2.** In the right-side panel, ensure the "Stake" tab is selected. Enter the amount of lvlUSD you wish to stake, then check the box acknowledging the 7-day cooldown period for unstaking slvlUSD. Finally, click "Increase Allowance" to proceed and confirm the transaction in your wallet.

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**Step 3.** After the allowance increase transaction is confirmed, click the "Stake lvlUSD" button and approve the transaction in your wallet.

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**Step 4.** Wait for the purchase transaction to confirm. Congratulations! You now own slvlUSD and will begin earning yield. A popup will highlight different ways to use your slvlUSD.

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The "Earn" dashboard will also update to display your current slvlUSD balance.

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