How to Unstake ETH from Lido: Complete Step-by-Step Guide
If you’ve staked ETH with Lido and now want to unstake ETH or withdraw stETH back to ETH, you’re in the right place. This guide will walk you through the full process of Lido withdrawal — safe, simple, and beginner-friendly.
1. Connect Your Wallet
To begin the Lido unstaking process:
Go to Lido Exit (official site).
Click Connect Wallet (MetaMask, Ledger, Coinbase Wallet, or other supported wallets).
Double-check your wallet is on the Ethereum Mainnet.
2. Check Your stETH Balance
The interface automatically detects how much stETH you hold.
This is the amount you’ll be able to withdraw to ETH.
3. Withdraw stETH (Unstake ETH)
Click Withdraw ETH.
Enter the amount of stETH you’d like to unstake.
Confirm the transaction in your wallet.
This step initiates the Lido withdrawal request.
4. Wait for the Ethereum Exit Queue
Unstaking ETH through Lido isn’t instant. Here’s why:
Ethereum validators exit via a queue system.
Depending on network activity, your withdrawal may take hours or several days.
Your ETH is always safe while waiting.
5. Claim ETH from Lido
Once your request is processed, return to Lido Exit.
Click Claim ETH.
Confirm the claim transaction in your wallet.
Boom 💥 Your ETH is liquid again!
Important Notes on Lido Withdrawal
Gas Fees: Every step requires ETH for gas, so keep some in your wallet.
Timing: Larger exits may take longer during high demand.
Security Tip: Only unstake via the official site → https://lidoexit.today/.
Final Thoughts
Unstaking ETH from Lido is straightforward — connect, request withdrawal, wait for the queue, and claim. With this process, you can easily convert stETH back to ETH and regain full liquidity.
🔥 Pro Tip: After you unstake ETH, you can use it for trading, DeFi lending, or just holding for the long run.