For Node Operators

As a Node Operator, you can offer your node for delegation by following these steps:

• Configure delegated staking on your node.

• Create a delegation request to enable your node for delegation.

• Sign the delegation request using your p12 keystore private key.

• Submit the signed request to the metagraph and verify that it has been accepted.

The nodectl utility automates these steps for you. Follow this guide to complete the setup.

P12 Keystore

Delegated staking is tied to your node’s wallet public key (node ID).

If you rebuild or create a new node, your delegated staking status will remain unaffected as long as you retain your current p12 keystore, which holds the private and public keys designated for the Constellation Network Hypergraph or metagraph.

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