Pebble experimental validator
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Infrastructure
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pebble validator and what do they do on Solana?+
The Pebble validator is a Solana network validator that processes transactions, produces blocks, and secures the network through proof-of-stake consensus. Delegators can stake SOL with the Pebble validator to earn rewards while helping decentralize the Solana network. The Pebble validator currently has 65,370.36 SOL in total stake.
How long has the Pebble validator been running?+
The Pebble validator has been active on Solana for approximately 20 days, first receiving stake in epoch 1031. A longer track record generally indicates a more experienced and reliable operator.
What staking APY does the Pebble validator offer?+
The Pebble validator currently offers an estimated total APY of 5.10%. APY can fluctuate based on network conditions, validator performance, and MEV activity.
What commission does the Pebble validator charge?+
The Pebble validator charges a 0% commission on staking rewards. This means stakers keep 100% of their earned rewards.
How reliable is the Pebble validator?+
The Pebble validator has an uptime of 94.0% and a vote success rate of 99.77%. High uptime means the validator consistently participates in consensus, which is important for earning maximum staking rewards. The current skip rate is 0.00%.
Does the Pebble validator support Jito MEV rewards?+
No, the Pebble validator does not currently run the Jito validator client, so stakers will not receive MEV tip distributions. Staking rewards are limited to the standard Solana inflation rewards. Consider this when comparing total yields across validators.
How do I stake SOL with the Pebble validator?+
Connect your Solana wallet, enter the amount of SOL you want to stake, and select the Pebble validator as your target. The staking transaction will create a new stake account and delegate it. Your stake will become active after one epoch (approximately 2–3 days), after which you'll start earning rewards.
What is the Pebble validator's WizScore and what does it mean?+
The Pebble validator has a WizScore of 50.9 out of 10. The WizScore is a composite metric from StakeWiz that evaluates validators based on performance, uptime, commission, stake concentration, and other factors. A higher score indicates a more reliable and well-run validator.
How are staking rewards distributed?+
Solana staking rewards are distributed automatically at the end of each epoch (approximately every 2–3 days). Rewards are added directly to your stake account balance and compound automatically. The validator takes their commission percentage before distributing the remainder to delegators proportional to their stake.
How do I unstake my SOL from the Pebble validator?+
To unstake, select your stake account and click the unstake button. Your stake will enter a cooldown period lasting one epoch (approximately 2–3 days). After the cooldown completes, your SOL becomes withdrawable back to your wallet. If you have MEV rewards, you can harvest them before unstaking.