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Recently, #BTFS rolled out its 4.0 upgrade, and with it came a new role in the ecosystem called Storage Providers (SPs). Now, unlike regular hosts, SPs are not everyday nodes anyone can casually spin up. This is a role designed for those who can deliver top-tier reliability, speed, and consistent uptime. Think of it like moving from a personal laptop server to a dedicated data center machine.
So, what makes SPs different?
SPs are essentially professional-grade nodes that must run on enterprise-level infrastructure. This includes advanced computing hardware, stable bandwidth, and round-the-clock uptime. In return, they help the network scale more reliably and securely for the long haul.
But before someone becomes a Storage Provider, thereโs one important step, they must first become a validator on the #BTTC network. This is not just a checklist requirement, it ensures that those operating SPs are already invested in maintaining the economic and technical health of the @BitTorrent ecosystem. In other words, it aligns long-term incentives and keeps service quality high.
By doing this, BTFS is building a more stable and scalable foundation for decentralized storage. As data demands grow across Web3, so does the need for infrastructure that can handle it without hiccups. SPs fill that gap, with faster response times, stronger redundancy, and better reliability for users and developers who rely on BTFS.
If youโre interested in becoming one, hereโs what you should know:
โข You must first become a validator on BTTC
โข Your infrastructure should meet enterprise-grade standards
โข Reliability, performance, and uptime are non-negotiable
โข This role comes with long-term rewards and a deeper role in the ecosystem
