Kite Node
This page contains documentation and operational guidance for running and managing nodes on the Kite mainnet.
Kite nodes form the backbone of the network. They power consensus, secure transactions, propagate state, and ensure reliable execution for agents, users, and applications built on Kite Chain.
Overview
The Kite Node documentation is structured to support both understanding the network and operating production-grade infrastructure.
It is organized into two main sections:
What’s Covered
Mainnet Network Information
This section explains how the Kite mainnet works at a protocol and infrastructure level.
Topics include:
Network architecture and core components
Validator, full node, and RPC node roles
Chain parameters (block time, gas, limits)
Security details
Use this section to understand the system before deploying or integrating nodes.
Mainnet Node Operations
This section focuses on hands-on operational guidance for running Kite nodes in production.
Topics include:
Hardware and system requirements
Node installation and setup
Configuration and environment tuning
Running and managing node processes
Monitoring, logging, and alerting
Maintenance, upgrades, and recovery
Designed for DevOps, SREs, and infrastructure providers.
Who This Is For
This documentation is intended for:
Validators participating in Kite network
Infrastructure providers offering RPC or indexing services
DevOps and SRE teams running blockchain infrastructure
Advanced builders requiring protocol-level understanding
Security Good practices
Running a node involves private keys, network exposure, and operational risk.
Always:
Secure keys and credentials
Restrict network access
Monitor uptime and performance
Apply upgrades carefully and deliberately
Support & Updates
Monitor governance channels for protocol updates
Track documentation changes for operational guidance
Coordinate upgrades during announced network windows
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