# ASTR Liquid Staking

When users deposit their ASTR tokens on Algem's liquid staking feature, they receive the same amount in nASTR tokens in return (1:1 ratio).

![](/files/RjraL3ADv2on0wGflaIC)

Deposited ASTR tokens are delegated by Algem's smart contracts directly to the Astar network's dApp Staking and begin earning staking rewards. Algem collects these rewards and distributes them, minus a small fee ([more information about our fees](https://docs.algem.io/algem-protocol/protocol-revenues)), to users based on the nASTR balance in their wallets.

Algem tracks all types of nASTR tokens, including base tokens, LP tokens, etc., which means that nASTR holders can use their tokens on other defi protocols through the nASTR Farming and still earn rewards.

Staking reward is distributed according to the current dApp staking APR and rules. In addition, users can claim rewards on Algem after each new era.

With Liquid dApp Staking, ASTR holders can choose the dApp they want to stake on and thus support in dApp staking. When a user decides to deposit his ASTR tokens on one of the dApps available in Liquid Staking, Algem's smart contracts directly transfer the ASTR tokens to the Astar network's dApp Staking and stake them on the corresponding dApp.

In this way, Algem maintains and shares Astar Network's vision of creating a sustainable ecosystem where dApps and users collaborate and support each other for the benefit of the ecosystem.


---

# Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation

If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question.

Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter:

```
GET https://docs.algem.io/english-1/algem-protocol/liquid-dapp-staking/astr-liquid-staking.md?ask=<question>
```

The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language.
The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation.

Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.