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description: This guide includes the process of creating a validator.
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# Create Validator

Validator creation can be done step by step using the following commands:

* Start by downloading a script named `validator.sh` and granting it execution permission with the following command:

```bash
wget -q -O validator.sh https://get.rapidchain.io/setup && chmod +x validator.sh && sudo /bin/bash validator.sh
```

&#x20; 1\. When the script runs, you'll be prompted to enter the following information:

*   Validator Name (Moniker): Choose a nickname for your new validator.


* Stake Amount: Enter the amount of Rapid you want to stake as a validator.

2. After entering this information, a new validator will be created automatically with a default commission rate set at 7%.
3. Upon completion, you should receive a confirmation message with important details about your validator.
4. Finally, don't forget to check the transaction on the network after completing the process. This is essential to confirm that the transaction was successful.

By following these steps, you can create a validator on the Rapid Chain network.

{% hint style="info" %}
You can later update your validator information (such as keybase, website, commission rate, description, etc.). To do so, please visit [this link](../run-a-rapid-validator/restore-a-validator).
{% endhint %}
