Guardian Node Application Process

This document outlines the process for applying to become a Guardian Node operator.

Step 1: Meet the Requirements

Before you can apply, you must meet all the hardware, software, and staking requirements for a Guardian Node. The Guardian tier requires a stake of 50,000 NODR (approximately $35,000 at the $0.70/NODR reference price). Guardian status also requires governance approval and a UtilityNFT (protocol-minted; the on-chain NFT itself is free). Staked NODR is subject to a 21-day unstaking period.

Step 2: Submit Your Application

Applications are submitted through the Noderr dApp. You will be asked to provide information on your technical expertise, security experience, and commitment to the Noderr Protocol.

Step 3: Community Review

Your application will be reviewed by the existing Guardian and Oracle Node operators across the protocol's two governance chambers. They will assess your qualifications and vote on whether to approve your application. Governance votes use tier-based voting power (Micro 1x, Validator 2x, Guardian 4x, Oracle 7x); a standard proposal requires a 10% quorum and 60% approval of votes cast, while major decisions (such as treasury, capital deployment, and strategy approval) require a 66% Oracle supermajority.

Step 4: Approval and Onboarding

If your application is approved, you will be onboarded as a new Guardian Node operator. You will then be able to set up your node and begin participating in the network.

The application process is competitive, and not all applicants will be approved. Promotion to the Guardian tier is gated by a TrustFingerprint reputation score of at least 0.70 (on a 0-1 scale). We encourage you to build your reputation in the community before applying.