# Guide: Running a Aztec Node on RapidNode 🚀

By [RapidNode | Nodes For Airdrop Farmers 👨‍🌾](https://paragraph.com/@rapidnode-nodes-for-airdrop-farmers) · 2025-05-03

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Aztec is a privacy-focused Layer 2 that brings encrypted smart contracts to Ethereum.

It enables fully private apps without sacrificing decentralization or trust—thanks to its custom virtual machine (alt-VM), client-side proving, and a decentralized network of sequencers.

### There are two ways to participate in the Network:

*   **Developers:** Deploy private apps using the Playground and Noir language on the Aztec Network by connecting to Testnet.
    
*   **Node operators:** Run sequencer nodes to propose and produce blocks using consumer hardware and are responsible for proposing and voting on network upgrades.
    

Follow the steps below to set up your Aztec Node on RapidNode:

### **Step 1: Log In to RapidNode & Add Credits 💰**

1.  Sign Up or Log In to your RapidNode account. If you don’t have one, [sign up here](https://rapidnode.xyz/).
    
2.  Go to the Wallet section and **add credits** to ensure uninterrupted node operation.
    

![Add the Credits](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/5041ebcbb1742e94cb97e8881b1c4fe17e03dc6e4888eb6e43c0be2ffc0380f0.png)

Add the Credits

### **Step 2: Purchase a Aztec Node 💳**

1.  On your RapidNode dashboard, navigate to the dashboard.
    
2.  Select [Aztec Network Node](https://app.rapidnode.xyz/purchase/aztec) from the available options.
    
3.  Confirm the purchase and complete the transaction.
    

![Purchase the Node](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/792bbca022f7df977c42e077711d164cacffad2e5ae30936caa1d0e9f3634f9a.png)

Purchase the Node

### **Step 3: Deploy Your Node 🔧**

1.  Once purchased, go to the **Active Nodes** section.
    
2.  Initially, the node status would show **Setup Pending**.
    
3.  Wait for the node to be deployed. (Usually takes a few hours maximum)
    

![To Be Deployed Status](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/1ff3f6ffcefdff2c9bc6b847aad771b1b57f00c663465756348908fbeee38697.png)

To Be Deployed Status

### Step 6: Secure Your Node Secrects 🔐

1.  Click **Node Secrets** on the deployed node.
    
2.  Copy your **Private Key** and securely store it or import Aztec wallet in metamask.
    

![Click on Node Secrets](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/911380929774976ece2ca6b1a55e4210c3982c7805663fed556b66bbd4b3c6cb.png)

Click on Node Secrets

![Secure your Private Key](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/e7751e995632e0ba8558421d1870751ca3c1949485343f8879467661d50b4710.png)

Secure your Private Key

**Note:** Ensure your Aztec wallet has at least 2 ETH Sepolia to start the node.

### Step 7: Sync Your Node ⚙️

1.  Wait approx. 3 hours after deployment.
    
2.  Click the three dots (...) → Select “Sync Node”.
    

![Click on Sync Node Option](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/70c02452e0be281b72e0e28b67e244fc04c24322caaf7778a0ab3c0edd35bc4d.png)

Click on Sync Node Option

![Click Sync Node](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/d72ed0c5948f2a292c025d85e3738cab19e815c69f772f46e97cde92131346f2.png)

Click Sync Node

**Note:** Make sure to use the “Sync Node” button only after waiting at least 3 hours to ensure accurate results.

3\. You’ll receive: a Block Number and Proof String.

![After Clicking Initiate Node](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/bcfbda629424d2fdb0f39bc3122c1c575af185f96552f9615a95fc8d62b33b27.png)

After Clicking Initiate Node

4\. Use this proof to verify your node and get the “Apprentice” role in the Aztec Discord community.

![Discord Role for Node Operators](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/ece0207a16ad0dccb852eaf0f7c94568558fea074f60317eb786a658a5b40b57.png)

Discord Role for Node Operators

5\. After getting the “Apprentice” role, you can claim the “Guardian” role too. Simply:

1.  Join the Aztec Discord: [http://discord.gg/aztec](http://discord.gg/aztec)
    
2.  Go to: operators | start-here channel
    
3.  Type: /checkip
    
4.  Enter Your Node IP
    
5.  Submit and Claim your Guardian Role
    

![Enter your Node IP here](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/8139002a5dce3ad7952307ef582d57bb60c3c3915d966a279e63418556d91fd6.png)

Enter your Node IP here

6\. To find your Node IP:

1.  Go to Active Nodes: [http://app.rapidnode.xyz/active-nodes](http://app.rapidnode.xyz/active-nodes)
    
2.  Click on Monitor Node button
    
3.  Copy the IP (part before :3001/) from your Uptime Kuma dashboard
    

**Note:** Do not share your IP address with anyone or publicly.

![Your Node IP](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/8810944e50db3d7f9bbfd50ec4da5aad9d0aa507ddb786281e89142498698db3.png)

Your Node IP

### **Step 4: Monitor Your Node 📊**

1.  Once your node is deployed, you can monitor its performance through **UptimeKuma**.
    
2.  To view your node’s monitoring status, click the "**Monitoring**" button in the RapidNode dashboard.
    
3.  Your **UptimeKuma login credentials** will be displayed, allowing you to track uptime and other metrics in real-time.
    

![UptimeKuma Dashboard](https://storage.googleapis.com/papyrus_images/f9ee620a002727b4ac9d537b85637cb43938f1398e86beb3990ccf6d1074076b.png)

UptimeKuma Dashboard

### **Frequently Asked Questions**

1.  **How do I get the Apprentice and Guardian role on the Aztec Discord?**
    
    Guardian role can only be claimed after claiming the Apprentice role.
    
    Use the Sync Node button and wait a few minutes. Check if the Proof and Block Number have updated - if not, wait a bit longer and try again. Once both fields are updated, you can copy and use them to claim your role.
    
2.  **Do I need to buy a paid RPC to run Aztec Node?**
    
    All Aztec nodes on RapidNode use our custom-built internal RPCs, so everything is preconfigured for you. Just purchase the node, deploy it, and you’re good to go.
    

### **Congratulations! 🎉**

You’ve successfully deployed Aztec Network Node on RapidNode!

If you need any assistance or have questions, feel free to visit our [Discord channel](https://discord.gg/92wuFCW4Ut) or check out our the FAQ section on the our [website](https://app.rapidnode.xyz/).

Happy Deploying! 🚀

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*Originally published on [RapidNode | Nodes For Airdrop Farmers 👨‍🌾](https://paragraph.com/@rapidnode-nodes-for-airdrop-farmers/guide-running-a-aztec-node-on-rapidnode)*