# 🛰️ Blockcast Network Node Setup Guide (Testnet)

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**Published on:** 2025-05-31
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🛰️ Blockcast Network Node Setup — Full Guide (Testnet)Run your own Blockcast node, earn rewards, and help build the future of decentralized broadcasting. 🔗 Sign up here: https://app.blockcast.network?referral-code=h66fpb✅ Step 1: Create AccountGo to the signup link above.Register using your email address.After logging in, go to your Profile page.🦊 Step 2: Profile SetupConnect your Solana burner wallet (use Phantom or Backpack).Link your:X (Twitter) accountDiscord accountComplete the available onboarding quests to unlock node functionality.🖥️ Step 3: Use a VPS (Recommended Specs)Provider: AWS, Hetzner, DigitalOcean, etc.OS: Ubuntu 20.04 or 22.04CPU: 2+ coresRAM: 4 GB+Storage: 20 GB SSD+Uplink Speed: 10 Mbps+🐳 Step 4: Node Installation (Commands)# Start Docker sudo systemctl start docker # Clone the repo git clone https://github.com/Blockcast/beacon-docker-compose.git # Navigate into the directory cd beacon-docker-compose # Run the container docker compose up -d # Check if it's running docker compose ps 🔑 Step 5: Get Node Credentialsdocker compose exec blockcastd blockcastd init This will output:Hardware ID: your_hardware_id_here Challenge Key: your_challenge_key_here 🌐 Step 6: Register Your NodeGo back to https://app.blockcast.network?referral-code=h66fpbPaste in your:Hardware IDChallenge KeySubmit to register the node.📟 Step 7: Monitor Logs (Optional)docker logs -f blockcastd 💸 Rewards Are Based On:🟢 Uptime (keep the node running 24/7)📶 Connection quality (uplink speed)🧠 Hardware score (RAM, CPU, Disk)🌍 IP Location (geographic diversity)📢 The rewards function will be made public later.📘 Official DocsFor advanced details:https://docs.ravenode.xyz/testnet/blockcast-beacon🧠 Tips for SuccessUse a dedicated VPS.Use a burner Solana wallet.Keep logs open using docker logs -f blockcastd.Do not shut down your VPS to stay active on the network.🫂 Not Registered Yet?Join now with my referral:👉 https://app.blockcast.network?referral-code=h66fpb Follow us for more opportunities https://quasarscrypto.com/ https://t.me/quasarscrypto https://x.com/0xquasarscrypto

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