# Getting started as a validator

## Pre-requirements

In order to be a Zedx validator, you first must see that you meet the pre-requirements:

* You know what it means to be a ZEDXION validator - How to become a validator
* You have at least 10K ZEDX coins or you will have an aggregated delegation of at least 10K ZEDX coins

## How to become a ZEDXION validator

To quickly become a validator, follow this steps:

Please refer to [node-example](https://github.com/Zedscan/CoinNetwork/tree/master/node-example) if you wish to run your own node.

For live support, contact us on [Telegram](https://t.me/) or [Discord](https://discord.gg/). Good luck and happy validating!


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