Validator & Staking Overview
A 75-minute educational session explaining how Solana validators work, what staking means, and how to evaluate validator choices.
Who this session is for
Readers who understand Solana basics and want to learn how the network stays secure through validators and staking. This session explains the mechanics without recommending specific validators or staking platforms.
What you will cover
- The role of validators in Solana’s proof-of-stake model
- How proof of history interacts with proof of stake
- What happens when you delegate stake to a validator
- Epochs, rewards, and how they are calculated at a high level
- Criteria for evaluating validators (uptime, commission, decentralisation)
- Risks involved in staking, including slashing and lock-up periods
What is included
- Validator evaluation worksheet
- Glossary of staking-specific terms
- Links to public validator dashboards for independent research
What is not included
- Staking on your behalf or managing your tokens
- Recommendations of specific validators or staking services
- Tax or financial planning advice
Important note
This session is purely educational. Any decision to stake tokens is yours alone, and we encourage you to consult independent financial and tax advisers before doing so.