# Node Activation

To become a **Validating Node (VN)** in the Yamata network, users must complete several steps that combine technical setup with specific requirements. 

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### Node Activation Process

1. [**Activation Fee (in $YAMATA tokens)**](/yamata-nodes/node-activation/activation-fee.md) **-** to activate the node, a small amount of **$YMTA tokens** is required. To make the initial activation process smoother, the tokens needed for activation will be **initially distributed to Node License NFT holders** at the TGE.
2. [**Node License NFT**](/yamata-nodes/node-activation/node-license-nft.md) **-** to become a Validating Node (VN), users will need to purchase a Node License NFT, which serves as a digital certificate granting the rights to run a validating node.
3. [**Hosting** ](/yamata-nodes/node-activation/hosting.md)**-** users can choose to either deploy their node on a **Virtual Private Server (VPS)**, use a **Node as a Service (NaaS)** provider, or choose to **run the node on their own machine**.
4. [**YAMATA Software**](/yamata-nodes/node-activation/yamata-software.md) **-** users must install the **YAMATA software**, which contains the necessary tools to operate the node, validate transactions, and participate in the order validation process.&#x20;


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