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Provider setup (Lite & Core)

Who this is for​

You want to turn a phone into an Acurast processor and start providing compute.

Choose Lite vs Core​

Official reference: https://docs.acurast.com/acurast-processors/

  • Lite: quickest start (Android + iOS), no factory reset.
  • Core: dedicated Android device, factory reset + locked down environment.

Requirements (official)​

Processor requirements and links are documented here: https://docs.acurast.com/acurast-processors/

Setup steps (high-level)​

Follow the official “Become a Compute Provider” guide: https://docs.acurast.com/processors/become-compute-provider/

This curriculum adds a practical checklist:

  • Power: keep the phone charging during long runs.
  • Connectivity: stable Wi‑Fi is preferred.
  • Security: never expose wallet secrets; use a dedicated device for Core.

Next​

  • Troubleshooting: docs/10-providers/troubleshooting.md
  • Understanding rewards and benchmarks: https://docs.acurast.com/acurast-processors/benchmarks