> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.subwallet.app/main/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.subwallet.app/main/extension-user-guide/earning/subnet-staking-dtao-staking/unstake-and-redeem-tao.md).

# Unstake & redeem TAO

Unstake your alpha tokens & redeem TAO on SubWallet.

**Step 1**: Open the SubWallet extension and choose the "**Earning**" tab at the bottom of the screen. In the Your earning positions screen, select the subnet from which you want to unstake your funds.

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**Step 2**: Click "**Unstake**" to start the unstaking process.

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**Step 3**: Enter the amount and the validator you want to unstake. Once done, click "**Unstake**".

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{% hint style="warning" %}
Like staking, there will be an inherent loss of value during the unstaking action (also known as **slippage**).
{% endhint %}

**Step 4**: Check the information and confirm your request by clicking "**Approve**".&#x20;

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{% hint style="info" %}
An unstaking fee of 0.00005 TAO will be deducted from your stake once the transaction is complete.&#x20;

*For example, if you unstake 1 TAO, after the transaction is complete, you will redeem 1 - 0.00005, which equals 0.99995 TAO.*

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{% endhint %}

**Step 5:** Your request has been submitted!

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You can either click "**Back to home**" to return to the homepage or "**View transaction**" to see transaction details in the History tab.