# 6.6 - Create a veNEST Lock

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Create lock: [**https://app.usenest.xyz/lock/create**](https://app.usenest.xyz/lock/create)\
Dashboard: [**https://app.usenest.xyz/dashboard**](https://app.usenest.xyz/dashboard)

**What you’re doing**\
Locking **NEST** mints a **veNEST NFT** (your governance/voting position).

#### **Steps**

1. Open **Create Lock**
   1. Standard is the automated Hype Engine Vault (HEV), or you can choose a manual lock
2. Enter amount of **NEST** to lock
3. Choose lock duration (up to the max allowed)
4. Confirm the transaction (HYPE gas required)
5. Check **Dashboard** to confirm your veNEST position appears

{% hint style="info" %}
If you plan to vote manually, keep it as a **manual veNEST** position. If you want set-and-forget voting + MEGAHYPE route, you can deposit into **HEV** later (covered in the HEV tutorial).
{% endhint %}


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