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How to earn passive interest on your crypto

Many investors focus on hodl-ing their assets and waiting for the next bull run. But what if your digital assets could grow even while the market is quiet? AltCoinTrader, South Africa’s favourite cryptocurrency exchange, offers a powerful tool called EasySave that lets you do exactly that.

What is EasySave?

EasySave is a passive income feature designed to mirror a traditional savings account but for the crypto era. By moving your assets into an EasySave account, you instruct AltCoinTrader to stake them on your behalf through secure staking infrastructure or third-party validators.

The standout benefit? Unlike many staking platforms that lock your funds for weeks, EasySave has no lock-in periods and no fees. You maintain instant access to your capital at all times.

Top benefits of using EasySave

  • Zero fees: You keep 100% of the interest earned plus, there are no hidden administrative costs.
  • Instant access: Need to sell or move your funds? With no lock-in period, you can withdraw your capital and rewards immediately.
  • Frequent rewards: Interest is calculated based on an Annual Percentage Rate (APR).
  • Asset-specific growth: You earn interest in the same currency you deposit. If you save Bitcoin, you earn Bitcoin for example.

Supported assets and earning potential

The APR varies depending on the asset and network conditions. As of February 2026, some of the featured assets include:

  • xZAR (South African Tether): With xZAR, you can earn up to 7.08% APR, making it a popular choice for those wanting to stay in a stable, Rand-pegged asset.
  • Ethereum (ETH): Earn 3.08% on your ETH with EasySave. 
  • Polkadot (DOT): Known for higher returns, often cited around 11.62% APR.
  • Bittensor (TAO): Typically offers up to 7.18% APR.
  • HYPE: The latest addition to the EasySave lineup as of early 2026 will earn you 2.28% APR.

Visit www.altcointrader.co.za for a complete list of all coins available for staking on EasySave.

How to get started in 3 simple steps

  1. Deposit or buy: Sign in to your AltCoinTrader account and ensure you have a supported asset. You can use the Easy Buy tool to quickly purchase tokens with ZAR.
  2. Move to EasySave: Navigate to the EasySave tab in the top menu. Select your token, enter the amount, and click +Add Funds.
  3. Watch it grow: You will typically see your investment start earning rewards within minutes.
Whether the market is surging or correcting, EasySave provides a way to increase your token count without active trading. It’s a "win-win" for long-term investors as your coins grow in value as the market matures.