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Step 3: Set allocation delay

Configure the allocation delay that determines when your stake becomes active for slashing.

Allocation delay is the time between staking tokens and when they become slashable. This is customizable on both testnet and mainnet.

Important

This is different to the 17-day wait period for your wallet to become active on EigenLayer, for mainnet. The allocation delay is your choice for operational safety and is in addition to the 17-day wait period.

Video tutorial

Watch the step 2 and 3 combined tutorial. (Step 3 begins at 14:00)

Prerequisites​

Ensure you have:

  • Completed Steps 1 and 2.
  • Enough ETH for gas fees.

Steps​

1. Start step 3​

  1. Open the DIN app.
  2. Select Start Step 3.
  3. Select Open TXTX to open the runbook.

2. Set the delay value​

In TXTX:

  1. Connect your wallet.
  2. Review the pre-filled delay value (the default is 0).
  3. Customize if desired.
  4. Select Validate.
Cannot be changed

Once set, the allocation delay is permanent for your operator address.

3. Execute the transaction​

  1. Select Send Transaction.
  2. Sign in your wallet.
  3. Wait for the confirmation.

4. Completion​

When successful:

  • The transaction is confirmed.
  • Download the output file.
  • Step 3 shows ✓.

Output file example​

Your output contains:

{
  "allocation_delay_out": 0,
  "set_allocation_delay_tx_hash": "0x...",
  "effectBlock": 9329006
}

Next steps​