Explainer Thread: How lending works on StackFi 📚
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StackFi lets you lend assets and earn yield directly on Base.
You stay in control of your funds while the protocol allocates them into strategies designed to generate returns.
It’s non-custodial and you can withdraw anytime, subject to pool liquidity.
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To get started, go to [ ]and connect your wallet (base network).
Supported assets include majors like $ETH, $USDC, and others depending on current pool availability.
You choose which asset to lend and how much you want to supply.
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When you lend, the protocol gives you a position token that represents your share of the pool.
As the pool earns yield, your balance grows over time.
Rewards are auto-compounding, so there’s no claiming step required.
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Where does the yield come from? 🤔
Lenders earn yield primarily from borrower interest, which increases as pool utilization rises.
Additional rewards may come from gauges and STACK incentives depending on the pool’s configuration.
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You can exit your position at any time by withdrawing your supplied assets.
The protocol returns your initial deposit plus your earned yield, as long as there is available liquidity in the pool.
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Like any DeFi lending protocol, there are risks to consider:
• Smart contract risk (contracts could have bugs)
• Market risk (strategies may underperform)
• Liquidity constraints (large withdrawals may take time)
Always size your position based on your risk tolerance.
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For users who want passive on-chain yield with transparent risk and no leverage, lending is one of the simplest ways to use StackFi.
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