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Create Meta Vault

A Meta Vault doesn't run validators. Instead, it delegates deposited assets to sub-vaults that run validators. Because there's no validator infrastructure to configure, the creation flow is shorter than for a Regular Vault.

Creating a Meta Vault is done via the StakeWise UI and takes just a few minutes. Once your Meta Vault is created, run the Operator Service with the process-meta-vaults command to keep it in sync with its sub-vaults.

IconTest on Hoodi First

To try the full Vault setup on a testnet, open Settings (gear icon) in the StakeWise App and enable Show Testnets. Then switch to the Hoodi network to create and test your Vault before going to mainnet.

You'll need some Hoodi ETH to cover gas fees. Get testnet ETH from a faucet:

Getting Started​

  1. Navigate to the StakeWise App ↗ and go to the Operate page
  2. Click the Create Vault button to begin the setup process

Step 1: Select Vault Type​

Vault type is set once at creation — select Meta Vault. You can optionally enable:

  • Private — Restrict deposits to approved wallets only.
  • ERC-20 Token — Stakers receive a token they can hold in their wallet and transfer to others.

Step 2: Configure Vault Parameters​

Configure your Vault parameters. Most of these parameters are permanent — only the Vault fee can be changed after creation:

  • Vault capacity – Set maximum ETH capacity (default: unlimited ∞).
  • Vault fee – The fee percent your Vault will charge from users' staking rewards.

If you enabled the ERC-20 Token, you will also need to set:

  • Token name – Your Vault ERC-20 token name.
  • Token symbol – Your Vault ERC-20 token symbol.
IconVault Fee

The Vault Fee can be updated after creation via Settings → Vault fee → Edit → Save. If you've made your Vault private, you can add/remove authorized addresses via Vault access → Edit → Save.

Step 3: Add Branding​

Customize your Vault's appearance with name, description, and logo.

IconBranding

Unlike Vault parameters, you can update branding anytime via Settings → Branding → Edit → Save.

Step 4: Summary​

Review all your settings before final submission. This is your last chance to verify everything is correct.

Click Create Vault to submit your configuration and create the Vault.

Step 5: Transaction Confirmation​

Confirm the transaction in your wallet to deploy your Meta Vault. Once the transaction confirms, your Meta Vault is live and visible on the Operate page.

Where to Find Your Vault Address​

You'll need your Vault address to configure and run the Operator Service.

Navigate to your Vault page — the address is included in the URL:

https://stakewise.io/vault/mainnet/0x1234567890abcdef...
                                   ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
                                    Your Vault Address

What's Next​

Once deployed, your Meta Vault isn't functional until you link at least one sub-vault to delegate staked assets to.

On your Meta Vault page, open the Sub-vaults tab and use the Sub-vaults list panel to paste a Vault address or select one from the dropdown. Only the Meta Vault admin can add sub-vaults.

Regular Vaults link directly. Any Regular Vault registered on StakeWise can be added — but note that adding a private Regular Vault only succeeds at the link step; deposits will fail until that Vault's operator whitelists your Meta Vault. If you have an agreement with a private Vault operator, coordinate with them to whitelist your Meta Vault first.

Spreading deposits across several sub-vaults gives you diversified staking across multiple operators.

Meta Vaults as sub-vaults are also supported, which lets you layer strategies — for example, a top-level Meta Vault routing deposits across several themed Meta Vaults underneath. Unlike Regular Vaults, linking a Meta Vault as a sub-vault is a two-step process: you propose it, and then StakeWise must approve the link before it takes effect.

You can also create your own Regular Vault and link it to your Meta Vault — this setup opens the door to modular strategies: one shared Regular Vault running all validators, a private Meta Vault per client with its own fee, or one public Meta Vault serving retail stakers.

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