Exiting the Validator Node
Exiting Validator Node
Important Considerations Before Exiting
Irreversibility: Once a validator is exited, it cannot be reactivated. To resume staking, you'd need to generate new validator keys and initiate the staking process anew.
Withdrawal Credentials: Ensure your validator's withdrawal credentials are set to type
0x01. This setting is necessary for automatic withdrawals. If your credentials are of type0x00(BLS), you'll need to update them before exiting.
Access the Validator Container
Run this command to open an interactive shell inside the validator container:
Locate the Specific Keystore
List your validator keys to identify the correct directory:
You will see folders like:
Run the Voluntary Exit Command
Use the full path to your voting-keystore.json in the command:
Example:
Provide the Validator Password
When prompted:
Enter the keystore password for validator...
Provide the Exit Phrase
It will then prompt:
Enter the exit phrase from the above URL to confirm the voluntary exit:
â Type exactly:
Verifying the Exit Status
Enter your validator's public key or index in the search bar.
Review the validator's status to confirm the exit process.
Summary of Flow:
Access container â list keys â run command â enter validator password â type exit phrase â done!
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