# How to Lock MEZO

_Step-by-step guide to locking MEZO and receiving a veMEZO NFT_

_Source: https://mezo.org/docs/users/mezo-earn/lock/vemezo/how-to-lock-mezo_

Locking MEZO gives you a veMEZO NFT, which boosts your veBTC voting power by up to 5x. See the [veMEZO Overview](/docs/users/mezo-earn/lock/vemezo) for details on what you earn.

## Prerequisites

Before locking MEZO, ensure you have:

- MEZO tokens in your wallet
- A connected wallet
- Sufficient BTC for gas fees

See the [Getting Started](/docs/users/getting-started/deposit-assets) section for guidance.

> **Note:**
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> veMEZO does not vote on **staking gauges** on its own — there it multiplies the voting power of your veBTC position. Without veBTC you can still earn rebase rewards, vote on veBTC boost gauges, and vote on [MEZO Gauges](/docs/users/mezo-earn/vote/mezo-gauges).

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## Navigate to Lock

1. Open the Mezo app

2. Click **Lock** in the left sidebar (under "Earn")

3. You'll see your eligible assets

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## Initiate Lock

Find the MEZO asset card showing your available balance and click **Lock**. A lock configuration modal appears where you'll configure your position.

**Amount:** Enter the amount of MEZO you want to lock. You can lock any amount up to your available balance.

**Duration:** Select your lock duration from 1 week to 4 years. Longer locks provide higher veMEZO weight, which translates to greater boost potential. The interface shows your estimated initial veMEZO weight.

> **Note:**
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> Lock durations are aligned to epoch boundaries and rounded down to the nearest full week. See [Epochs](/docs/users/mezo-earn/lock/vebtc#epochs) for details.

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## Confirm Transaction

Review your lock details:

- MEZO amount
- Lock duration
- Initial veMEZO weight
- Lock expiration date

Click **Confirm Lock**, approve the transaction in your wallet, and wait for blockchain confirmation.

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## View Your Position

After confirmation, view your lock details under the Lock page, including:

- Current veMEZO weight (decays over time)
- Lock expiration date
- Options to extend your lock