How to move stake between validators

Use Move when you want to keep the same subnet token but change validators.

Use Swap when you want to return to TAO or choose a token from a different subnet.

This guide covers moves between validators in the same subnet.

Open Move and select the staked Alpha position you want to change.

Before continuing, check the subnet name, subnet number and Alpha amount. The current and destination validators must belong to the same subnet.

Review the available validators and their estimated APY.

A higher APY may look better today, but it can change with validator and subnet performance. Choose a validator based on the information available—not only the highest number.

Your position remains yours whichever validator you choose.

Before continuing, check:

• The subnet and Alpha amount
• Your current validator
• Your destination validator
• Any network fee shown

Select Review, then approve the request in your wallet only when the details match your choice.

Wait for the confirmed result before leaving the page. PotaTao never asks for your recovery phrase or takes custody of your tokens.

Estimated APY and rewards can change after the move as validator and subnet performance changes.

Your Alpha remains in the same subnet, but its value in TAO can still rise or fall. Moving to another validator does not guarantee higher rewards.