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# Reward Claiming

Validators and nominators earn rewards for participating in the network. Rewards can be claimed periodically based on the performance and uptime of the validator.

## Steps to Claim Rewards

1. Access ArgoScan Explorer:
   * Go to ArgoScan Explorer (<https://explorer.argoscan.net>).
2. Navigate to Staking:
   * Go to Network -> Staking -> Payouts.
3. Check Available Rewards:
   * View the rewards available for your account. The rewards are calculated based on your staking activities and the performance of the validator you are supporting.
4. Claim Rewards:
   * Click on the "Claim Rewards" button to initiate the reward claiming process.
5. Confirm Transaction:
   * Confirm the transaction to transfer the rewards to your account.