At p2pstaking.org, we believe that clear incentives and honest communication are essential in crypto. This page explains how we make money, where our interests lie, and how this may influence the content you read.
Our goal is to give you the context you need so you can decide how much weight to give to our recommendations.
Our Role as a Crypto Validator
P2PStaking.org is first and foremost a crypto validator, not an affiliate business.
We operate validator infrastructure and have an obvious financial interest in attracting staking delegations on the networks where we validate, including (but not limited to):
- Polkadot
- Kusama
- NEAR
- Mina
When you delegate your tokens to our validators on these networks, we earn a share of the staking rewards. This is a core part of our business model.
Because of this, you should assume that we have an economic interest in:
- Encouraging staking on networks where we validate.
- Explaining how to stake and how delegation works.
- Showcasing our track record and reliability as a validator.
Affiliate Links and Commissions
In addition to running validators, we also use affiliate links throughout the site. This is another way we monetize our content and support our work.
You should assume that we may receive a commission if you click on a link and later:
- Buy a hardware wallet (e.g. cold storage devices).
- Sign up with a crypto exchange or custodial wallet.
- Use a spending solution (cards, payment apps, etc.).
These commissions:
- Do not increase the price you pay.
- Are paid to us by the product or service provider.
Where reasonably possible, we aim to mark affiliate links or note when a piece of content contains affiliate relationships.
Why We Believe We Are Well Placed to Cover These Topics
We primarily write about:
- Self-custody
- Spending crypto
- Staking and delegation
We believe we are in a relatively unique position for a few reasons:
- Our core business is validation, not affiliation
Our main activity is running validator nodes, not building an affiliate empire. This means we spend our time deeply involved in protocol design, staking mechanics, security practices, and infrastructure reliability. - We earn from both self-custody and custodial solutions
We can be affiliated with self-custody products (e.g. hardware wallets) and custodial products (e.g. exchanges, custodial wallets).
Economically, we can benefit from both, so we do not have an overwhelming incentive to push only one side. - We win regardless of the custody choice you make
Whether you prefer self-custody or custodial solutions, we may earn:- Through affiliate links on either side, and
- Through delegations to our validators, provided your assets are stakeable and delegable.
This reduces the pressure to “force” you into a specific custody model just for financial reasons.
- We do not sell our own self-custody solution
Unlike many sites ranking high in search results for self-custody-related queries, we:- Do not offer our own wallet product.
- Do not try to push an in-house custody solution.
Many large players have a strong economic interest in steering you to their own wallet or platform; we don’t. We recommend third-party solutions we believe are relevant or useful.
- We openly acknowledge our biases
We have a self-custody bias and a Bitcoin-maximalist leaning in our worldview.
Ironically, this is not always what pays us best. For example:- Promoting a hardware wallet like a “Trezor Safe 5” might earn us around 12% on the sale.
- Sending a user to a big exchange like Binance could, in some cases, earn us 15% of the revenue that user generates over time (all trading fees, products, interest, etc. – this add up quickly).
In other words, if we seem to “push” self-custody or Bitcoin ideals, it is often not because it is the most lucrative path for us, but rather because it reflects our convictions about long-term security, sovereignty, thrustless Cash System.
Independence and Editorial Integrity
Even though we have clear economic incentives (staking rewards, affiliate commissions), we are committed to:
- Sharing honest opinions based on our real experience and technical understanding.
- Highlighting risks and trade-offs, not just benefits.
- Calling out limitations or downsides of products or platforms—even when we have an affiliate relationship with them.
Partnerships, affiliate deals, or delegation incentives do not buy our verdicts. They can influence which projects we have the time and resources to explore, but they do not dictate what we are allowed to say.
Where You May Encounter Affiliate or Incentive Links
On p2pstaking.org, incentives may appear in:
- Guides and “how-to” articles about staking or custody.
- Product reviews (hardware wallets, exchanges, custodial wallets).
- Comparative articles (self-custody vs custodial solutions, spending tools, etc.).
- Call-to-action buttons that lead you to staking interfaces or exchanges.
If a link can financially benefit us (through staking rewards or affiliate commissions), you should assume that we have an incentive we are trying to make transparent here.
Regulatory and Transparency Commitment
We aim to comply with applicable guidelines on disclosure and advertising in the jurisdictions we operate in and for an international audience.
Where required or appropriate, we will:
- Use clear disclosures such as “affiliate link”, “sponsored”, or similar wording.
- Keep this page updated as our business model or partnerships evolve.
However, this page is not legal advice and may not list every local nuance in every country. If you are unsure, we encourage you to do your own research based on your local regulations.
How to Interpret Our Content
Given everything above, here is how we suggest you read and use our content:
- Assume we may be financially incentivized when you:
- Delegate to our validators.
- Sign up for a platform via our links.
- Purchase a product we recommend.
- At the same time, understand that:
- Our primary expertise is running validator infrastructure and understanding crypto protocols.
- We consciously try to balance our incentives with long-term trust, which we value more than short-term revenue.
- Our bias towards self-custody and Bitcoin is at least as ideological as it is financial—and often less profitable for us.
You should always combine our views with your own research, risk assessment, and, where appropriate, independent professional advice.
Questions and Contact
If you have any questions about this disclosure, our incentives, or any specific recommendation made on p2pstaking.org, you can contact us at:
Email: contact [at] p2pstaking.org
You can also reach us via our social media channels.
We welcome scrutiny and feedback. If you think something is unclear or could be more transparent, please let us know.
