# Tutorial : Running a Story Protocol Testnet Validator Node

**Published by:** [Mintair | One Click Node 🪄](https://paragraph.com/@mintair-one-click-node/)
**Published on:** 2024-09-08
**URL:** https://paragraph.com/@mintair-one-click-node/tutorial-running-a-story-protocol-testnet-validator-node

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Mintair makes blockchain nodes accessible to all. Deploy effortlessly, host your server, transact seamlessly, and unlock the rewards of decentralization. Mintair is thrilled to announce support for Story Protocol Testnet Full Nodes deployment in one click. Step by Step Guide ✅Step 1: Purchase Story Protocol Testnet Validator NodeHead to your Mintair dashboard.Select "Story" and choose your desired plan.Confirm your purchase by clicking your preferred ‘Payment Method’Head to "Active Nodes" section to see your Node Status.Story NodeStep 2: Import Private Keys into EVM WalletOnce your node is deployed, click the Key icon to reveal your Private Key, import that into Metamask or any EVM Wallet.Import your KeysStep 3: Validator Node Dashboard Once your Node is deployed, click on Visit Node Button to open your Validator Node Dashboard on ExplorerValidator DashboardThat’s it you can see your Validator node is up and running.Optional Step: Tokens Delegate* (*Requires 1024 IP Tokens)This is an optional step if you want to delegate tokens to your validator, get 1024 IP Tokens, once you have that, open a ticket on our discord, and we will delegate IP tokens to your Validator.Mintair Discord: discord.gg/mintair FAQQ. Why is my node showing Inactive Status and 0% Uptime?A. All validators will be displayed as inactive. Only those that are selected by Story Protocol Team will be displayed as Active. It is completely normal for Validator Nodes.

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