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Compare BR and veBR

BR is the transferable governance token; veBR represents BR committed to vote escrow. Learn what changes when BR is staked and how the two balances support different actions.

BR: transferable token

BR is the token held in a compatible wallet and used throughout the Bedrock ecosystem. Token ownership alone should not be confused with governance voting weight. Before staking, users can inspect the amount available and supported network in the wallet.

veBR: governance representation

Staking BR converts committed exposure into a veBR position for governance accounting. veBR is described as non-transferable and supports gauge voting. The visible veBR quantity and the effective votes available can vary according to elapsed time and governance rules.

What users give up when locking

Participating in vote escrow means BR cannot necessarily be withdrawn immediately. The documented minimum lock and cooldown affect exit timing. Holding an unstaked BR balance does not create the same exit constraints.

Rewards versus voting power

Staking rewards and governance influence are related but different. veBR vote weight supports collective decisions, while actual reward distribution depends on available program incentives and current epoch outcomes. Review the Rewards page separately from the Vote page.

Use the governance dashboard for changing figures and the staking, voting or rewards pages for wallet-specific actions. Historical program details are provided as reference material.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between BR and veBR?

BR is the transferable token, while veBR represents governance power associated with eligible staked BR positions.

Can veBR be treated like a normal transferable token?

The documentation presents veBR as a governance representation rather than an ordinary transferable token balance.