Resource Provider Guide

Becoming a Resource Provider on MeshChain

As a Resource Provider, you play a crucial role in the MeshChain network by offering your computing resources to support AI workloads. This guide will walk you through the steps to start contributing resources and earning MCP tokens.

1. Benefits of Becoming a Resource Provider

By becoming a Resource Provider, you can:

• Earn MCP Tokens: Receive rewards in the form of MCP tokens each time your hardware is used to process AI tasks.

• Contribute to AI Innovation: Help build a decentralized AI infrastructure, lowering costs and supporting global AI development.

• Flexible Contribution Options: Choose the method that best suits your available resources and preferences, from lightweight browser extensions to powerful dedicated hardware.

2. Methods to Provide Resources

MeshChain offers multiple ways to become a Resource Provider, each allowing you to contribute at varying levels based on your setup and hardware.

• Telegram Node: The quickest and easiest way to get started, the MeshNode Telegram Miniapp allows you to become a Resource Provider directly through Telegram. Ideal for users seeking a lightweight entry to contribute to the network. See Using Telegram Node

• Browser Node: For a simple setup, the MeshNode Chrome browser extension enables easy contribution for those who prefer a browser-based solution. See Install Browser Node

• Software Node: For users with more computing power to spare, installing the MeshNode Software on your computer allows for a higher level of contribution and rewards. See Install Software Node

• Dedicated Node: The MeshNode Device is a specialized hardware device designed specifically for contributing compute power to the MeshChain network. This is the most powerful and efficient way to contribute, offering the highest rewards. See Install Dedicated Node

3. Managing Your Contributions

MeshChain offers a comprehensive User Portal to help you monitor and manage your contributions, earnings, and referrals. Whether you are using the browser extension, software, or dedicated MeshNode, the User Portal provides a central hub for tracking your performance and earnings.

In the User Portal, you can:

• Manage Nodes: View the status of all your active nodes (whether browser-based, software, or dedicated node). You can monitor their performance, uptime, and contribution levels in real-time.

• Track Rewards: Keep an eye on the MCP tokens you’ve earned from contributing resources. The portal gives a detailed breakdown of the rewards generated from each node and the total accumulated tokens.

• Withdraw Earnings: Easily manage your earnings and withdraw MCP tokens directly from the User Portal.

• Referral Program: The User Portal also includes a referral system. You can share your unique referral link with others, and for every new user who joins MeshChain through your link, you’ll earn bonus rewards.

With the User Portal, managing your contribution to the MeshChain network is streamlined, giving you full control over your participation and rewards.