How to Stake ETH Using Digital Shield Wallet: Step-by-Step Guide

TL;DR

• You can stake ETH directly from the Digital Shield hardware wallet app, starting from 0.1 ETH, without connecting to any external websites.
• Every transaction is signed on-device before being broadcast to the network.
• Staking is handled through the built-in DeFi tab in just a few steps: select an amount, review the details, and confirm on your hardware device.
• The staking provider is Everstake, a non-custodial infrastructure operator with over $7B in total staked assets to date and 99.98% uptime.
• Neither Digital Shield nor Everstake takes custody of your assets at any point; the ownership stays with you.

About Ethereum and ETH Staking

Ethereum runs on a Proof-of-Stake consensus mechanism, which means the network relies on validators who lock up ETH to participate in block production and attestation. 

When you stake ETH, you are delegating your assets to support a validator and, in doing so, contributing to the security and continued operation of the Ethereum network. 

In its turn, the protocol distributes staking rewards to participants proportional to their stake.

Running a full Ethereum validator requires 32 ETH, but users today no longer need that amount to participate. You can delegate a smaller amount, starting from 0.1 ETH, and receive network rewards as part of a larger validator operation while retaining full ownership of your assets.

About Digital Shield

Digital Shield is a hardware wallet ecosystem developed by Feitian Technologies, designed for users who want full control over their private keys without sacrificing usability. 

The core of the system is a CC EAL6+ certified chip, a standard used in professional-grade systems, which stores private keys offline and isolates them from any internet-connected environment.

The wallet pairs with a companion mobile application that handles asset management, balance tracking, DeFi interactions, and transaction execution. 

Signing always happens on the hardware device, keeping the private key isolated from the phone and any software it runs.

Digital Shield supports hundreds of major cryptocurrencies, including Ethereum, Solana, Bitcoin, and others. Its firmware is fully open-source, and the codebase has been audited by CertiK.

Why Stake ETH with Digital Shield

• Keys never leave the device. Every delegation transaction is signed offline inside the secure chip. Only the signed output is broadcast to the network, so your private keys are never exposed at any point in the process.
• No external connections needed. The built-in DeFi tab integrates staking directly into the wallet interface, so you can initiate, review, and confirm a delegation without connecting to external websites or third-party dApps.
• Straightforward delegation flow. Select the amount, review the delegation details, and confirm on-device. The process is scoped and clear from start to finish.
• Self-custody at every step. For holders who want to participate in Ethereum staking while maintaining hardware-level key protection, Digital Shield provides a clean, self-custody-first experience throughout.

Staking ETH with Digital Shield Wallet: Step-by-Step Guide

The screenshots below follow a complete ETH staking flow inside the Digital Shield mobile app, from wallet overview to transaction confirmation. Solana staking is also available. The staking provider in this integration is Everstake. 

Before you begin, make sure you have:

• The Digital Shield hardware wallet and companion mobile app set up and paired
• ETH in your wallet (minimum 0.1 ETH to stake, plus a small amount to cover the network fee)

Step 1. Connect Your Account

Activate your hardware wallet. 

Open the Digital Shield mobile app. If you are setting up for the first time, follow the in-app prompts to connect your hardware wallet using your hardware app.

Ensure your Digital Shield hardware device is paired via Bluetooth.

Once your account is active, you will see the main wallet screen showing your portfolio balance across all networks, with your assets listed below.

Step 2. Check the Balance

On the wallet home screen, confirm your ETH balance. The minimum amount for ETH staking through this integration is 0.1 ETH.

Verify that your ETH balance is sufficient before proceeding, keeping in mind that a small amount of ETH will also be needed to cover the network fee (the network fee shown in the example was 0.00001048 ETH, approximately $0.02).

Step 3. Start the Staking Flow: Press the DeFi Tab, Then Select “Earn ETH”

Tap the DeFi tab in the bottom navigation bar. 

Under the Recommended section and the All list, you will see ETH listed with its current APR. Tap ETH to open the staking product page.

Step 4. Review Delegation Details

Before committing any ETH, take time to review the product information on the “Earn ETH” screen:

• Product Information
• Returns % (APR): in ETH 
• Redemption waiting time: Up to 10 days
• Staking period: Up to 52 days
• Minimum subscription (staking) amount 
• Staking provider: Everstake 
• Total Value Locked (TVL)
• Network: Ethereum

The staking period refers to how long your ETH remains staked through Everstake’s infrastructure. 

The redemption waiting time is the period you should expect to wait when withdrawing. These are standard parameters for Ethereum staking through Everstake’s infrastructure.

When you are ready, tap Deposit.

Step 5. Choose the Staking Amount

On the deposit screen, enter the amount of ETH you want to stake. The app defaults to the minimum (0.1 ETH) and displays the USD equivalent in real time. You can use the 25%, 50%, 75%, or 100% quick-select buttons, or tap Max to stake the full available amount.

Below the amount entry, the app shows the estimated annual rewards based on your input. 

Once you are satisfied with the amount, tap Continue.

Step 6. Confirm the Action in Your Digital Shield Wallet

A transaction confirmation screen titled Deposit will appear, summarizing:

• Staked amount
• Pay address: your wallet address
• Interact with: the staking contract address
• Network Fee

Review these details carefully. The pay address should match your Digital Shield account, and the contract address corresponds to Everstake’s staking infrastructure on Ethereum.

If everything looks correct, tap Confirm. 

• You may be prompted to enter your passcode and confirm on your paired hardware device. 
• The signing happens inside the secure chip, and the signed transaction is then broadcast to the network.

Step 7. Staking Initiated

After confirmation, the app returns to the “Earn ETH” product page with a Transaction submitted notification at the top of the screen.

The product information panel confirms the active delegation parameters.

Your ETH staking position is now active. The Withdraw button becomes available once your position is established and the redemption conditions are met.

Reviewing Your Staking Position

• To check your active staking at any time, tap the DeFi tab. 
• Your Total Subscription Value will now reflect the staked amount. 
• Tap ETH in the list and then select Everstake as the staking provider to see full details, including your current position, staking duration, and TVL. 
• From this screen, you can also deposit additional ETH or initiate a withdrawal.

About Everstake and Digital Shield Partnership

Everstake is the leading global non-custodial staking provider, historically trusted by over 1.6M users and supporting approximately $7B in total staked assets to date. Founded in 2018, Everstake has onboarded validator infrastructure across 130+ blockchain networks maintaining 99.98% uptime. 

Everstake holds SOC 2 Type II and ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certifications, is aligned with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and is compliant with GDPR and CCPA requirements.

Everstake’s approach to staking is explicitly non-custodial: users delegate their assets to Everstake’s validators, but the validators never take ownership of the underlying funds. Delegation and withdrawal are always initiated and signed by the user.

The partnership between Everstake and Digital Shield was announced in February 2026 and focuses on supporting non-custodial staking for self-custody users on Ethereum and Solana. 

The collaboration brings together hardware-based key isolation and enterprise-grade validator infrastructure to create a staking experience where custody boundaries remain clearly with the user at all times.

• Digital Shield’s CC EAL6+ hardware ensures that private keys are generated and stored offline, never exposed to any software or network-connected environment. 

• Everstake‘s validator infrastructure handles the operational layer: running the validators, maintaining uptime, and distributing network rewards. Neither party takes custody of user assets.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum amount of ETH I can stake through Digital Shield? 

The minimum staking amount is 0.1 ETH.

Do I need to connect to an external website or dApp to stake ETH?

No. The entire staking flow happens inside the Digital Shield app through the built-in DeFi tab.

Who is the staking provider behind ETH staking in Digital Shield? 

ETH staking is powered by Everstake, a non-custodial staking provider with over $7B in total staked assets to date, established in 2018 and supported Ethereum PoS since its early days. 

Do I keep control of my ETH when I stake through Digital Shield? 

Yes. Your private keys never leave the hardware device, and neither Digital Shield nor Everstake takes custody of your assets at any point.

How long does it take to get my ETH back after I decide to withdraw? 

The redemption waiting period is up to 10 days after you initiate a withdrawal.

What staking rewards can I expect when staking ETH through Digital Shield? 

Staking rewards are flexible and vary based on network conditions. The current rate is always visible in the Product Information section of the DeFi tab.

Disclaimer:

The information provided is not intended for recipients residing in the United Kingdom.

The terms as “Returns”, “Earn”, “Subscription”, and other similar financial descriptors shown in the screenshots are illustrative and part of the Digital Shield Wallet user interface. These terms are used for navigational and educational purposes only. Their appearance in this guide does not constitute a guarantee of profit, an offer of financial services, or an endorsement by Everstake