Validator
Protocol
Node that proposes/validates blocks.
A validator participates in consensus to propose and validate blocks, earning rewards and facing penalties (slashing) for misbehavior. Roles include performance and reliability engineering.
Frequently asked questions
What are validator requirements?
Stake, hardware, uptime, and following client best practices. Requirements vary by chain.How do validators earn?
Through block rewards and fees. Poor performance reduces earnings and can lead to penalties.Can I delegate instead?
Yes on many PoS networks. Delegation shares rewards without running infrastructure. Diversify across validators.