How to Become a BTFS SP

The application process to become a BTFS Storage Provider consists of three steps:

1-Become a BTTC Validator

To deeply integrate with the BTTC ecosystem and enhance network security and stability, you must first become a BTTC Validator before applying to be a BTFS Storage Provider. Validators not only participate in network consensus and secure on-chain transactions, but also provide reliable infrastructure support for BTFS through identity verification and stake binding.

Click the link to learn how to become a BTTC validator

2-Deploy Your BTFS SP Node

Please deploy your SP node in accordance with the recommended hardware configurations and service availability standards. For detailed deployment instructions, refer to the documentation: Install BTFS Node

SP Hardware Requirements

Item	Requirements
CPU	A multi-core processor with 16 cores or more.
Memory	64 GB of RAM or more.
Disk	High-speed SSD with storage capacity greater than 1 PB.
Network	A stable public IP address, with upload bandwidth ≥100 Mbps and download bandwidth ≥160 Mbps.
OS	Linux (Ubuntu 18.04 or above is recommended).

Service Availability Requirements

To meet the demands of enterprise-grade storage for high reliability and availability, BTFS 4.0 SP nodes must achieve:

Service Level Agreement (SLA): 99.9%
Data Durability: 99.99%

These metrics ensure users can consistently access their data at any time, while guaranteeing data integrity and security.

3-Submit Your Application via the BTFS Proposal Module

Once you have become a BTTC Validator and successfully deployed your node, you can submit your SP application through the BTFS proposal system.

Visit: https://scan-test.btfs.io/#/provider/apply (TestNet)
Connect your wallet.
Select the proposal type: "Create Storage Provider"
Complete the required information:
1. Storage Provider Name
2. Storage Provider Node ID
3. Storage Provider Node Address
4. Validator Name
5. Validator Address
After completing and submitting the form, the system will interact with the proposal contract to generate an application record. Your SP application will become effective only after it has been reviewed and approved by BTFS.