Run a Node

Node Operator Resources

Become an independent node operator and help secure the Internet Computer network. Here’s everything you need to get started

Node Operator Hub

Run your own node machine

Getting started as a node operator

Node operators run an instance of the IC software stack and execute canister smart contracts. Here’s how you can get started

What role do node operators play in the IC network? What are their incentives?

What are the requirements to become a node operator on the IC network?

Find out more about the rewards of running a node machine on the Internet computer network

Learn how node provider rewards are calculated as an incentive for performing computations