> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.galactica.com/galactica-developer-documentation/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.galactica.com/galactica-developer-documentation/validator-guide.md).

# Validator Guide

This guide provides essential instructions for setting up and running a validator node on the Galactica Network. Follow the steps below to become a validator and contribute to the network's security and decentralization.

1. [🔧 Installation](/galactica-developer-documentation/validator-guide/installation.md)
2. [🔗 Become a Validator](/galactica-developer-documentation/validator-guide/become-validator.md)
3. [🚀 `galacticad` CLI Usage Cheat Sheet](/galactica-developer-documentation/validator-guide/usage.md)
4. [🔒 Security Best Practices](/galactica-developer-documentation/validator-guide/security.md)

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For network-specific details like chain IDs and node URLs, please refer to the designated pages:

* [🧪 TestNet: Reticulum](/galactica-developer-documentation/testnet-reticulum.md)
* [🧪 DevNet: Andromeda](/galactica-developer-documentation/devnet-andromeda.md)