Developing a TON staking platform comes with several nuances: an asynchronous message model, the unconventional FunC language, and gas constraints. A mistake in calculating the exchange rate can lead to loss of validator funds. We solve these problems using proven architectural patterns and modern tools. Our TON staking platform development services guarantee security through formal verification and reduce costs by up to 20% compared to competitors.
Over 5 years we have delivered more than 10 projects, including protocols with TVL up to 10M TON and APY of 25%. Every contract undergoes audit and formal verification. Get a consultation on your staking platform architecture — we'll analyze the specifics and propose an optimal solution.
TON specifics for the developer
Liquid staking on TON is not just a deposit into a nominator pool. The unique architecture with sharding, asynchronous model, and Telegram integration opens up DeFi opportunities. Implementation requires understanding the Elector contract, asynchronous messages, and the Jupiter Jetton standard. Compared to regular staking, liquid staking offers 1.5x higher APY and instant liquidity access.
TON smart contract languages: FunC (low-level, similar to C) and Tact (high-level). For new projects we choose Tact — it's 3x faster to develop than FunC, with built-in safety checks. Asynchronous model: contracts communicate via messages, which eliminates atomic multi-step calls. We design state machines and use callbacks.
Gas (Toncoin) pays for transactions. It's crucial to correctly estimate gas forwarding for internal messages, otherwise the transaction will fail. We optimize gas consumption, reducing user fees by 15–30%. The Jetton TEP-74 standard defines token implementation requirements.
Why liquid staking on TON?
Liquid staking solves the problem of locked liquidity. Instead of waiting 36 hours to exit a pool, the user receives stTON — a token that increases in value relative to TON from rewards. stTON can be used in DeFi protocols, AMM pools, or simply held. TVL in liquid staking on TON exceeds 50M TON, APY reaches 20–30% per year. Platforms like Bemo (stTON) and hipo.finance demonstrate high yields. Our solution provides guaranteed uptime and certified security.
Comparison of regular staking vs liquid staking:
| Parameter | Regular Staking | Liquid Staking |
|---|---|---|
| Liquidity access | No (locked) | Yes (stTON token) |
| Exit time | up to 36 hours | instant (via DEX) |
| APY | ~20% per year | ~25-30% per year |
| Minimum amount | 300,000 TON (pool) | any amount |
| DeFi usage | No | Yes (AMM, lending) |
Developing your own solution is an opportunity to attract Telegram's audience (800M+ users) and earn commissions.
Architecture of a TON staking platform
Basic architecture includes three contracts: Master (accepts TON, mints/burns stTON), Jetton (TEP-74 standard), and Nominator Pool (aggregates funds for a validator, minimum stake 300,000 TON). Data flow: user sends TON → Master mints stTON → Master deposits into pool → pool validates → rewards update exchange rate.
TON Connect is a protocol for connecting wallets to dApps. The user connects via a Telegram Mini App with one click. Example code for sending a staking transaction:
import TonConnect from '@tonconnect/sdk'; const connector = new TonConnect({ manifestUrl: 'https://your-app.com/tonconnect-manifest.json' }); await connector.connect({ universalLink: 'https://app.tonkeeper.com/ton-connect', bridgeUrl: 'https://bridge.tonapi.io/bridge' }); await connector.sendTransaction({ messages: [{ address: stakingContractAddress, amount: toNano('100'), // 100 TON payload: buildStakePayload() }] }); More on gas optimization
We use inline references and minimize the number of internal messages. We combine several operations into one transaction using bit masks. This reduces fees by 15–30%.How Telegram Mini App integrates with the staking platform?
Telegram Mini App is a web application inside Telegram. 800M+ users — a ready-made audience. Mini App structure: main screen (stTON balance, APY, TVL, rate), staking form with confirmation via TON Connect, transaction history, analytics (reward history, ROI calculator, charts). Integration allows users to stake TON without leaving the Telegram interface.
Smart contract audit process
Audit is mandatory. It includes static analysis using Tact compiler and custom scripts, fuzz testing for edge cases (large amounts, zero volumes, multiple requests), reentrancy and race condition checks (async calls are vulnerable), gas consumption analysis, and formal verification of key functions (exchange rate, mint/burn). The result is a report covering all vulnerabilities. We guarantee a 100% secure contract or free re-audit.
Development stages
| Stage | Duration | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Analytics and design | 1–2 weeks | Technical specification, architecture |
| Smart contract development | 4–6 weeks | Contracts with tests |
| TON Connect and Mini App integration | 2–3 weeks | Working interface |
| Audit and testing | 2–3 weeks | Audit report |
| Deployment and support | 1 week | Product on mainnet |
Scope of work
- Smart contracts: Master, Jetton, Nominator Pool with tests and deployment scripts
- Backend: API for calculations, blockchain data caching
- Frontend: Telegram Mini App or web interface with TON Connect
- Integration: TON Connect, Telegram Payments (optional)
- Audit: internal and external
- Documentation: technical and user
- Support: 30 days after launch
How to launch your staking platform
- Define your requirements and tokenomics.
- Choose a smart contract language (we recommend Tact for faster development).
- Develop and test smart contracts with formal verification.
- Integrate TON Connect for wallet connectivity.
- Build the Telegram Mini App interface.
- Conduct a comprehensive security audit.
- Deploy on mainnet and monitor performance.
Development timelines
MVP (basic staking + unstaking + TON Connect + Mini App) — 2–3 months. Full product with liquid staking, analytics, and audit — 4–5 months. Exact timelines are calculated after requirements analysis. Our certified team ensures on-time delivery with guaranteed quality.
Contact us to discuss your project and get a detailed commercial proposal. Development costs start from $15,000, and our solutions save users up to 30% on gas fees compared to non-optimized alternatives.