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

# Validators

Anyone can become a validator on Canto. In exchange for securing the network, validators can charge a percentage fee of their choosing on [staking rewards](/user-guides/staking.md) distributed to their delegators.

This section contains instructions on how to launch a validator node, as well as information and best practices on troubleshooting, slashing, and ensuring node uptime.

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For community troubleshooting and assistance, see the #builders-chat channel in the [Canto Discord](https://discord.gg/canto).
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## Hosted Nodes

As an alternative to setting up and syncing a Canto node independently, dedicated validating nodes can be easily provisioned with [Ansybl](https://www.ansybl.io/).