# How to use the Flexible Staking option

1\. Go to the Pools page [here](https://pancakeswap.finance/pools).

2\. Connect to your BNB Smart Chain-compatible wallet by clicking the **Connect** button (top right-hand side).

3\. Choose your wallet and connect.

4\. Choose the CAKE Syrup Pool and click the **Enable** button. Your wallet will ask you to confirm the action.

5\. The **Enable** button should now be replaced with **Flexible** and Locked. Click the button to bring up the staking menu.

![Note that actual values will vary](/files/edCUIAx8Z2VIdMbqL6oD)

6\. For Flexible Staking simply press **Flexible**, which will present a new window, enter the amount of CAKE you wish to stake, click **Confirm** and confirm the transaction in your wallet.

Want to convert your flexible staking to fixed-term staking to earn more CAKE? Simply click **Convert to Lock** and choose how long you want to lock your CAKE.

![Note that actual values will vary](/files/KBq8I9M49J8WmXfCZnf0)


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