# Unstaking with Solflare

> Step-by-step guide for delayed unstaking using Solflare wallet

This guide covers **delayed unstaking** using Solflare wallet. For most users, we recommend [instant trading via Jupiter](https://www.jito.network/docs/jitosol/get-started/unstaking-jitosol-flow/unstaking-overview.md#option-1-instant-trading-recommended) instead.

**Time Required:** Setup (5-10 minutes) + waiting period (up to 2 days)  
**Fee:** 0.1% unstaking fee

## Step 1: Connect Solflare Wallet

1. Go to [jito.network/staking](https://www.jito.network/staking/)

![Jito Header Before Connecting](https://www.jito.network/omnidocs/jitosol/images/wallet-unstake-sol-header-with-connect-button-before-connecting.png)

2. Click **"Connect Wallet"** in the top right corner

![Choose Wallet Options](https://www.jito.network/omnidocs/jitosol/images/wallet-unstake-sol-choose-wallet-options.png)

3. Select **"Solflare"** from the wallet options

![Solflare Connection Method](https://www.jito.network/omnidocs/jitosol/images/solflare-unstake-sol-wallet-address-button.png)

4. Select to connect

![Solflare Authorization](https://www.jito.network/omnidocs/jitosol/images/solflare-connect-wallet-screen.png)

5. Click **"Connect"** to authorize the connection (you may choose "Trust this app" to prevent future prompts)

![Connected Wallet Address](https://www.jito.network/omnidocs/jitosol/images/solflare-unstake-sol-wallet-address-button.png)

6. Verify your wallet address appears in the top right corner

## Step 2: Initiate Delayed Unstaking

1. Select the **"Unstake"** tab
2. Enter JitoSOL amount to unstake
3. Choose **"Delayed in X days"** (shows 0.1% fee)
4. Click **"Unstake SOL"**

![Delayed Unstaking Process](https://www.jito.network/omnidocs/jitosol/images/stake-page-unstake-section-delayed-unstake-flow.png)

![Delayed Unstaking Confirmation](https://www.jito.network/omnidocs/jitosol/images/stake-page-confirm-modal-delayed-flow-unstake-jitosol.png)

## Step 3: Access Staking in Solflare

Click the **"Staking"** tab in the bottom navigation of your Solflare wallet to access your stake accounts.

![Solflare Staking Options Overview](https://www.jito.network/omnidocs/jitosol/images/solfare-unstake-sol-staking-options-step-1.png)

## Step 4: View Your Stake Accounts

Check your stake accounts and their status:

![Solflare Full Stakes List](https://www.jito.network/omnidocs/jitosol/images/solfare-unstake-sol-staking-options-step-1-full-list.png)

**Stake Status:**
- **Active**: Earning rewards, needs unstaking
- **Unstaked**: Ready to withdraw
- Various validators with different APY rates

## Step 5: Unstake Active Stakes

For stakes showing as **"Active"**:

![Solflare Active Stake Details](https://www.jito.network/omnidocs/jitosol/images/solfare-unstake-sol-unstake-active-sol-step-2.png)

1. Click on the active stake account to see validator details and APY

![Solflare Unstake Review](https://www.jito.network/omnidocs/jitosol/images/solfare-unstake-sol-unstake-active-sol-review-step-3.png)

2. Review the unstaking details. Then click the **"Unstake"** button to initiate
3. Click the yellow **"Review"** button

![Solflare Unstake Confirmation](https://www.jito.network/omnidocs/jitosol/images/solfare-unstake-sol-unstake-active-sol-confirm-step-4.png)

4. Confirm the unstaking transaction by clicking **"Confirm"**

![Solflare Now Unstaking Status](https://www.jito.network/omnidocs/jitosol/images/solfare-unstake-sol-active-sol-now-unstaking-step-4.png)

After confirmation, your stake will show as **"Unstaking"** with a countdown timer.

**Note:** Unstake each active stake account individually.

## Step 6: Wait for Epoch Completion

**Waiting Period:** Up to 2 days (1 Solana epoch)

Stakes need to cool down due to Solana protocol requirements. Check status in Solflare. Once showing **"Unstaked"**, they're ready to withdraw.

## Step 7: Withdraw Your SOL

Once your stakes show as **"Unstaked"**:

![Solflare Unstaked SOL Ready](https://www.jito.network/omnidocs/jitosol/images/solfare-unstake-sol-inactive-sol-step-1a.png)

Your stake will show as **"Unstaked"** when available for withdrawal.

![Solflare Withdraw Interface](https://www.jito.network/omnidocs/jitosol/images/solfare-unstake-sol-inactive-sol-withdraw-step-2a.png)

1. Click **"Withdraw"** to start the withdrawal process
2. Review the withdrawal details (token amount, destination, network fees)

![Solflare Withdraw Confirmation](https://www.jito.network/omnidocs/jitosol/images/solfare-unstake-sol-inactive-sol-withdraw-confirm-step-3a.png)

3. Click **"Confirm"** to complete the process

Your SOL will now be available as regular SOL in your wallet for immediate use.

## Key Points

- **Multiple Accounts**: You may have multiple stake accounts to process individually
- **Timing**: Up to 2-day wait is a Solana protocol requirement
- **Process**: Irreversible once initiated
- **Fees**: 0.1% unstaking fee applies
- **Timer Display**: Solflare shows countdown timer for unstaking progress

## Need Instant Access?

Consider [instant trading via Jupiter](https://www.jito.network/docs/jitosol/get-started/unstaking-jitosol-flow/unstaking-overview.md#option-1-instant-trading-recommended):
- Immediate settlement
- Single transaction
- Convert to any token

## Troubleshooting

**Don't see stake accounts?**
- Ensure you initiated unstaking from Jito website first
- Click "Staking" tab in bottom navigation
- Refresh wallet if needed

**Stakes still Active?**
- Manually unstake each Active stake account

**Can't find Staking section?**
- Look for "Staking" tab in bottom navigation bar
- Should be visible alongside "Tokens", "Stocks", "Earn", and "Collect"

**Need help?**
- Review [unstaking overview](https://www.jito.network/docs/jitosol/get-started/unstaking-jitosol-flow/unstaking-overview.md)