> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.metronome.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.metronome.io/tokenomics/governance/lock-met/how-to-lock-met.md).

# How to Lock MET

In order to obtain esMET, lock your $MET tokens following the steps below:

1\. Visit the [Metronome app](https://app.metronome.io/eth) and connect your wallet. 

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2\. Select “[Lock MET](https://app.metronome.io/eth/lock-met)” on the left-hand side and specify the amount of $MET to lock.

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3\. Choose a duration using the slider (1 week to 2 years).

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4\. Click "Lock", review the details, and confirm the transaction once satisfied.

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