🪜Step-by-Step: Joining the Grid Network

Step 1: Install and Connect

Participants can choose between two modes of engagement:

• Browser Node: Install the Grid extension for Chrome, Firefox, or Kiwi Browser.

• Desktop Node: Download and run the Grid native client for Windows, macOS, or Linux.

After installation, users authenticate either via Web3 wallet (Solana-compatible) or email login.

Authentication ensures secure identification within the network and enables reward tracking.

Step 2: Activate Node Operations

Upon connection, nodes can be activated with a single command or click.

Grid’s task manager automatically assesses device specifications (CPU, GPU, bandwidth) and begins allocating appropriate workloads during idle periods.

No manual task selection is required. All assignments and resource optimization processes are automated to ensure seamless operation in the background.

Step 3: Earn Points Transparently

Nodes accumulate points based on:

• Uptime duration

• Task completion success rates

• Device performance contributions

• Special event or community challenge participation

All point earnings are recorded in real-time and displayed via an auditable personal dashboard, providing full transparency regarding activity and rewards.

Step 4: Redeem for $Grid Tokens

Accumulated points are redeemable for $Grid tokens following Grid’s point-to-token redemption schedule.

Token redemptions are processed on-chain to ensure security, transparency, and verifiability.

Further functionalities such as staking, premium access, and governance participation will become available to $Grid holders.

Step 5: Track Performance and Growth

Contributors can monitor node uptime, points earned, task completion history, and leaderboard rankings through the Grid dashboard.

Performance-based campaigns and seasonal rewards provide additional incentives for active and consistent participation.