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Hosters on the Mycelium Cloud
Hosters provide storage, compute, and network capacity to the Mycelium Cloud. In return, they earn SPORE tokens for making reliable, sovereign infrastructure available.
How It Works
As a hoster, you:
- Deploy a Node (3Node) – Connect suitable server hardware to the decentralized grid that powers Mycelium Cloud.
- Run Zero-OS – A self-healing operating system that manages the node for you.
- Provide Capacity – Your node offers storage, compute, and network resources.
- Earn Rewards – You earn SPORE when capacity is reserved and used.
Why Become a Hoster?
Hosters earn SPORE tokens for providing resources that power Mycelium Cloud clusters, virtual data centers, and edge workloads.
🌱 Simple & Autonomous
- Deploy once and let it run.
- Minimal ongoing maintenance.
- Self-healing Zero-OS handles low-level operations.
- No deep sysadmin background required.
How Revenue Works
When users rent your node's resources, the payment is split automatically:
graph LR
A[User Pays] --> B[80% to Hoster<br/>SPORE Tokens]
A --> C[10% Burned<br/>Increases SPORE Scarcity]
A --> D[10% Mycelium<br/>Development]
You get a direct share of every workload that runs on your capacity, while the burn and development portions strengthen the ecosystem over time.
🌍 Make an Impact
- Support decentralized internet infrastructure.
- Provide an alternative to centralized hyperscalers.
- Enable digital sovereignty and data privacy.
- Help build the peer‑to‑peer internet that Mycelium enables.
What You Need
Hardware Requirements
Minimum specs (rough guidance):
- Modern server or workstation.
- Multi‑core processor (4+ cores recommended).
- 8GB+ RAM (16GB+ recommended).
- 500GB+ SSD storage.
- Reliable network connection.
Or buy a pre‑built node:
- Certified 3Nodes are available from vendors.
- Plug‑and‑play for an easier start.
- Optimized for 24/7 operation and good power efficiency.
Other Requirements
- ⚡ Reliable power supply.
- 🌐 Stable wired internet connection.
- 📍 Physical space for the hardware.
- 🔧 Basic technical comfort (especially if building your own).
Getting Started
Ready to become a hoster? Follow this path:
- Buy or Build a Node – Choose your hardware option.
- Set Up Your Node – Connect your 3Node to the grid and start hosting.
- Monitor & Earn – Track utilization and rewards via the dashboard.
:::tip First Time Hosting? If you're new to the ecosystem, starting with a pre‑built node from a trusted vendor is usually the smoothest path. You can always expand later with DIY hardware once you're comfortable. :::
The Hoster Journey
Hosters form a global community that backs the grid and the Mycelium Stack:
- Individuals running nodes at home or in small offices.
- Small businesses offering regional capacity.
- Data‑center operators scaling out full racks.
- Community initiatives building local digital infrastructure.
Every hoster helps expand a more open, sovereign internet.
:::tip Next Step Once you're comfortable with the basics, explore Buy or Build a Node to pick the right hardware profile for your hosting strategy. :::