# Validators Validators play an important role in the blockchain ecosystem, helping to validate transactions and ensure the security and transparency of the network. With MapNode's Validators program, users can invest in nodes, become part of the validator system, and receive stable rewards for their participation. This program not only helps the network operate smoothly, but also provides participants with the opportunity to generate passive rewards. By participating in staking with Validators, you will contribute to enhancing the security and performance of the ecosystem, while receiving worthy rewards in return. **WHAT IS VALIDATORS?** Validators are nodes that participate in validating and recording transactions on the blockchain. They are responsible for ensuring that all transactions are accurate, secure, and decentralized. When users invest in a Validator, their stake will help maintain the node's operations and they will receive daily staking rewards based on the number of tokens staked. **HOW VALIDATORS WORK** * Users select the desired Validator and stake tokens. * The system will lock these tokens for a certain period of time to maintain the operation of the node. * Validators validate transactions on the blockchain, ensuring validity and security. * Users receive periodic staking rewards, calculated depending on the amount and duration of the stake. These rewards can be restaked to increase the value or withdrawn to the wallet for use as needed. **VALIDATORS BENEFITS** Get Attractive Rewards – Staking rewards are calculated reasonably, providing a sustainable source of passive income. High Security – The entire staking process is guaranteed to be safe, helping to protect user assets. Ecosystem Support – Staking tokens into Validators helps to increase the stability and security of the network. Flexible Liquidity – Users can choose the staking time that suits their financial needs. **RULES & CONDITIONS OF PARTICIPATION** * Minimum number of staked tokens: Depends on the regulations of each node. * Staking period: Users can choose different staking periods. * Staking reward rate: Updated periodically to ensure competitiveness. * Withdrawal of rewards: Depending on each Validator, there may be a waiting period when withdrawing tokens to the wallet. **COMMITMENT & TRANSPARENT POLICY** * Absolute security: Your assets are always protected by top-notch security mechanisms. * Transparency & fairness: The entire staking and reward process can be tracked on the blockchain. * Optimal rewards: Staking rewards are calculated reasonably to ensure benefits for participants. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.mapnode.io/how-to-can-i-get-mapscan-token-map/validators.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.