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# Becoming the Delegator

## 1. Prepare Wallet

Create and login your own wallet such as [Metamask](https://metamask.io/). The wallet must support Ethereum and ERC20 tokens.

## 2. Open TETRA - Orbs staking wallet

* PC: Open [TETRA](https://staking.orbs.network/) with Chrome browser.
* Mobile: Install TETRA MOBILE application. ([Android](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.orbs.pos.klip) / [iOS](https://apps.apple.com/kr/app/tetra-mobile/id6453168712?l=en-GB))

Connect your wallet (ie. Metamask) to TETRA

## 3. Stake ORBS

1. Transfer ORBS tokens from exchange or another source.
2. Transfer ETH for gas fee to approve required transaction during staking.
3. Connect Metamask to Tetra. 
4. Click "STAKE" button and follow the instruction.
   1. Select a guardian you delegate
   2. Approve token transfer to staking contract
   3. Execute staking contract function

{% hint style="info" %}
Unstake ORBS requires 14 days cooldown.
{% endhint %}

### Reference guide

* <https://www.orbs.com/tetra-orbs-staking-wallet-tutorial/>