 ## Become a Guardian TFGrid 3.13 requires 9 guardians to start with. Requirements * Good knowledge how to use Linux to allow you to deploy and upgrade your validator starting from code. * At least 4h time available per week (will be more at start) * Willingness to participate in the forum of TF and coordinate with Coders or TFTech who is main contributor of code. * You feel aligned with our values of planet and people first * Willingness to look at open issues at least 5 times a week (there is chat and email notification) unless during the holiday period. * Choose a backup which can help you when needed (sick, holidays, …). * Complete your candidacy on our forum on … Fill in the motivation, your profile, … * Get at least 3 people from the community to endorse your skills and motivation. What do you get in return * Eternal recognition from your Regional Internet community (-: * TBDk USD per month in TFT as provided by the *TFCOOP * The TFT will come from the *TFCOOP Treasury ## They will host a validator - see [validator](validator.md)