> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.wombat.exchange/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.wombat.exchange/getting-started/yield-boosting/lock-wom.md).

# Lock WOM

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Locking $WOM is irreversible. You can only claim back the tokens after the locking period. 
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1\. If you do not have any WOM to lock, you can get them from [PancakeSwap](https://pancakeswap.finance/swap). 

2\. On Wombat’s app, head to the Boost menu.

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3\. Input desired lock amount & period. You’ll be able to preview the veWOM earnings and the exact unlock date.&#x20;

4\. Click `APPROVE` to give Wombat access to your WOM tokens. Approve the transaction on MetaMask.

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5\. Click the `LOCK` button to confirm the transaction. Authenticate the action on Metamask to proceed.&#x20;

6\. Once the transaction has gone through, you will get your veWOM **instantly** and start earning WOM in the boosting pool every second. You may see your boosted APR in the menu of the pools where you have staked stablecoins.

### Booster Calculator

You may use the booster calculator on our BOOST page to determine how much a certain amount of veWOM affects your APR.

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### Video Tutorial

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