🔑 Generating Validator Keys
Before you can run validators in the Community Staking Module, you need to generate your validator keys. These keys secure 32+ ETH each and are tasked with signing attestations and proposing blocks, so generating them properly and securely is a must.
In this section, we’ll guide you through the process of generating validator keys, with options depending on whether you’re deploying on testnet or mainnet.
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tip
We strongly recommend testing your setup on a testnet first, especially if this is your first time operating a validator or using a new stack.