Becoming a validator on Renergy Blockchain is an ongoing journey that combines responsibility, rewards, and long-term participation. Below is a step-by-step overview of what the validator lifecycle looks like on Renergy.
🧰 1. Prepare & Deploy Your Node
Set up reliable hardware and infrastructure, install the Renergy node software, and configure your environment to connect securely to the network.
📄 2. Register Your Validator
Create your validator on-chain by submitting required details such as:
Initial self-stake (RNGY)
This step formally introduces your validator to the network.
🧱 3. Enter Active Validation
After registration, your node begins participating in consensus by proposing and validating blocks—directly contributing to network security and performance.
🤝 4. Grow Through Delegation
As your validator gains visibility and trust, delegators may stake their RNGY with you. Increased delegation boosts both voting power and reward potential.
🎁 5. Earn & Share Rewards
Validators receive income from block rewards, transaction fees, and commissions. These rewards are distributed transparently to delegators on a daily basis.
🗳️ 6. Shape the Network via Governance
Active validators vote on governance proposals, influencing:
Network-wide changes such as halving events
Your participation helps steer the future of Renergy.
🚪 7. Unbond or Exit (Optional)
If you choose to stop validating, you may unbond your stake after the required unbonding period and gracefully exit the active set.
⚠️ What Keeps a Validator Successful?
⏱️ Consistently high uptime
🛡️ Honest and reliable behavior
🤝 Strong reputation within the community
Poor performance can result in jailing or slashing, impacting both rewards and trust.
The validator lifecycle on Renergy reflects a balance of commitment and opportunity—securing the network, earning sustainable rewards, and playing a direct role in the blockchain’s evolution.
