> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://x1ecochain.gitbook.io/x1-ecochain-white-paper/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://x1ecochain.gitbook.io/x1-ecochain-white-paper/technical-architecture/x1-ecochain-validators.md).

# X1 EcoChain Validators

X1 EcoChain Validators ensure:

* Transaction Validation – confirming transactions.
* Block Creation – adding new blocks to the blockchain.
* Consensus Participation – ensure consistency among all participants.
* Network Security – preventing attempted attacks and adhere to network protocols.

Validators receive 90% of all commissions and 20% of the operational part (smart contracts, token listing, etc.).

To obtain Validator status, a participant must own an X1Node activated with API key, acquire a Validator API key, and stake assets.

The first batch of 500 validator API keys has been fully sold.

The next batch will be announced at a later date.

If a validator no longer meets the required conditions, such as by unstaking their assets or downtime, their Validator status is revoked.

Anyone can become a validator by fulfilling the necessary requirements.