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# Stake & Secure Allocation

## Key Rule

* No Stake/Unstake Limit: Stake/Unstake as many BSCS tokens as you want.
* Lock-in Period: 72 hours before unstaking is allowed.
* Withdrawal Waiting Period: 7 days after unstaking to withdraw funds.
* Snapshot: Your staked balance is checked 24-36 hours before the IDO to confirm eligibility.

## User Guide

### I. How to Stake

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1. Go to [Launch Pools](https://bscs.finance/launch-pool)
2. Determine the amount of BSCS to stake.
3. Confirm the staking transaction.

### II. How to Unstake

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1. Access to [Unstake](https://bscs.finance/launch-pool?unstake) tab.
2. Choose the amount to unstake.
3. Confirm the unstaking process.

### III. How to Withdraw

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1. Wait for the 7-day withdrawal period after unstaking.
2. Initiate the withdrawal request in [Withdraw](https://bscs.finance/launch-pool?withdraw) tab.
3. Collect your principal and interest.