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Provide Storage.

Here’s everything you need to know about providing storage on Sia.

hostd Process Overview

Install hostd:

~ 1-2 hours

Install hostd according to your operating system, configure using the onscreen setup instructions, and run the software.

~ 20 hours

Let your machine run and the Sia blockchain sync, and go do something else. Don’t worry — you’ll only have to do this once.

~ 1-2 hours

Purchase Siacoin from an exchange and send to hostd wallet.

Setup your storage volumes and link to the network. Configure your pricing. Start accepting contracts.

Sit back and wait for smart contracts to form on Sia. The more data you store, the more you earn.

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