How to Stake TRX for Bandwidth and Energy in Assure Wallet

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In the TRON network, executing TRC20 token transfers—such as USDT—requires consuming two critical system resources: bandwidth and energy. Every newly activated account receives a small daily allocation of 1,500 free bandwidth points, which allows basic transactions without additional costs. However, for frequent users or those interacting heavily with smart contracts, this default allowance quickly runs out.

Once free bandwidth is exhausted, users must either burn TRX (permanently destroy tokens) to obtain resources or find a more sustainable solution. Burning TRX increases transaction costs significantly over time, especially for high-frequency traders or DeFi participants.

Now, there’s a smarter way: stake TRX to gain bandwidth and energy—and you can do it seamlessly within the Assure Wallet.

👉 Discover how staking TRX can reduce your transaction fees and boost efficiency on the TRON network.

This guide walks you through everything you need to know about using TRX staking to access essential network resources, including step-by-step instructions, resource calculation logic, and why this method is ideal for active TRON users.

Why Staking TRX Beats Burning TRX

Burning TRX provides immediate access to bandwidth or energy but comes at a permanent cost—the tokens are gone forever. In contrast, staking (also known as freezing) TRX allows you to temporarily lock your tokens in exchange for proportional access to network resources. After a 3-day waiting period, you can unfreeze and reclaim your TRX, making staking a far more economical choice for regular blockchain activity.

For heavy users of TRC20 tokens like USDT, USDC, or other DeFi-related assets, staking TRX ensures consistent, low-cost transactions without depleting your holdings.

Step-by-Step Guide: Stake TRX for Bandwidth & Energy in Assure Wallet

Let’s walk through how to stake TRX directly in the Assure Wallet app using a common scenario: preparing to send TRC20-USDT.

  1. Navigate to the transfer page for any TRC20 token.
  2. If insufficient bandwidth or energy is available, click the prompt “Get Energy and Bandwidth.”
  3. You’ll be directed to the “Resource Management” section.

Choose Your Resource Type

You have two options:

Select one based on your intended use.

Configure Your Stake

Click “Next” to confirm and complete the transaction.

After confirmation, your wallet will receive proportional bandwidth or energy based on the current network distribution.

👉 Learn how freezing TRX can give you long-term access to free transactions and lower DeFi costs.

How Bandwidth and Energy Are Calculated

Understanding the allocation model helps you optimize your staking strategy.

Bandwidth Allocation Formula

The total bandwidth pool is capped at 43.2 billion units per day, shared proportionally among all users who have staked TRX for bandwidth.

Your Bandwidth = (Your Staked TRX / Total Network Staked TRX for Bandwidth) × 43,200,000,000

For example, if you stake 1,000 TRX and the network has 10 billion TRX staked for bandwidth, your daily bandwidth allocation would be approximately:

(1,000 / 10,000,000,000) × 43,200,000,000 ≈ 4,320 bandwidth points

This gives you room for hundreds of small transactions each day.

Energy Allocation Formula

Energy is distributed from a fixed pool of 50 billion units per day, allocated only through staking TRX.

Your Energy = (Your Staked TRX / Total Network Staked TRX for Energy) × 50,000,000,000

Because energy is required for complex operations like DApp interactions or token swaps, having sufficient energy avoids failed transactions due to out-of-energy errors.

Note: Unlike bandwidth, energy does not regenerate fully each day—it depletes with usage and must be replenished by restaking or waiting for partial recovery.

What Are Bandwidth and Energy in the TRON Network?

To make informed decisions about staking, it’s important to understand what these resources actually do.

Bandwidth: The Space You Need

Bandwidth measures the data size of transactions stored on the blockchain. Every time you send a token or interact with the network, your transaction takes up space. Larger transactions (e.g., multi-signature or batch transfers) consume more bandwidth.

Each account gets 1,500 free bandwidth points per day, enough for a few standard transfers. Once used up, you’ll need additional resources via staking or burning.

Energy: Powering Smart Contracts

Energy is used when executing operations on the TVM (TRON Virtual Machine)—the engine behind smart contracts. Any interaction beyond simple token transfers (like swapping on JustSwap or depositing into a yield farm) requires energy.

Think of energy as computational fuel: more complex code = more energy consumed.

Since energy cannot be obtained for free beyond minor daily refreshes, stake TRX for energy if you're regularly using DApps or participating in DeFi ecosystems.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I stake less than 100 TRX?
A: Yes, technically you can stake any amount above 1 TRX. However, smaller stakes yield negligible bandwidth or energy. For practical benefits, aim for at least 100 TRX.

Q: When can I unfreeze my staked TRX?
A: You can initiate an unfreeze request after 72 hours (3 days). The process takes 6 days total—3 days to initiate and another 3 days to receive funds back.

Q: Does staking TRX earn rewards like interest?
A: No direct monetary rewards are paid. However, the value lies in free transaction capacity, effectively saving you from burning TRX repeatedly.

Q: Can I stake for both bandwidth and energy at the same time?
A: Yes! You can split your holdings—e.g., stake 500 TRX for bandwidth and 500 for energy—to maximize utility across different types of transactions.

Q: Is my staked TRX safe in Assure Wallet?
A: Absolutely. Assure is a non-custodial wallet—your keys stay with you. Staking occurs directly on-chain; no third party holds your funds.

Q: What happens if I transfer my staked TRX address?
A: If you send tokens from an address that has frozen balance, only the liquid (unfrozen) portion can be transferred. Frozen TRX remains locked until unfrozen.

About Assure Wallet

Assure is a next-generation Web3.0 multi-chain decentralized wallet developed by a core team of software engineers from Stanford University and Google. Audited by CertiK, one of the world’s leading blockchain security firms, Assure prioritizes safety without sacrificing functionality.

Beyond secure asset storage, Assure integrates powerful tools:

Designed with user experience in mind, Assure empowers individuals to manage their digital assets efficiently while exploring decentralized finance, NFTs, and social ecosystems—all from one unified platform.

Whether you're new to crypto or an experienced DeFi user, Assure offers a reliable gateway into the expanding Web3 universe.

👉 Start optimizing your TRON transactions today by staking TRX through a trusted wallet interface.

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By integrating strategic staking into your routine, you gain predictable costs, smoother DApp interactions, and long-term savings—all while maintaining full control of your assets.