#SoftStaking What Happens When You Miss a Staking Snapshot?

In soft staking, rewards are usually calculated based on snapshots taken at specific times (daily or hourly). If your tokens aren’t in the staking wallet during the snapshot, you won’t earn rewards for that period. I learned this the hard way when I transferred my DOT out just before a daily snapshot—no rewards that day! Now, I always check when snapshots occur. Some platforms show this clearly in their FAQ or staking terms. The rule is simple: keep your tokens staked and untouched during the snapshot time to ensure you don’t miss out. It's not a penalty—you just skip a payout window. If you plan to unstake or sell, try to do it right after a snapshot to get your final reward. Timing matters, even with flexible staking. A little planning makes sure you don’t lose passive income.