Provider Registration Guide

Provider Registration Guide

A hosting provider on the Flux platform is an entity — individual or company — that operates one or more Flux nodes and offers managed hosting services to clients. While anyone can deploy apps directly to the Flux network, providers add value by offering curated services, customer support, SLA guarantees, simplified billing, and professional infrastructure management. This guide walks you through the process of registering as a provider on the platform.

What Does a Provider Do?

Providers bridge the gap between the raw decentralized compute offered by the Flux network and the polished, user-friendly experience that businesses and developers expect. As a provider, you are responsible for:

• •Operating Nodes — Maintaining one or more Flux nodes with high uptime, ensuring hardware meets or exceeds tier requirements, and keeping FluxOS updated.
• •Customer Acquisition — Marketing your services, building a public provider profile, and attracting clients who need decentralized hosting.
• •Pricing & Billing — Setting competitive prices for compute resources across each node tier you operate, and managing payment collection through both fiat (Stripe) and crypto (FLUX) channels.
• •Support & SLAs — Providing technical support to your clients, troubleshooting deployment issues, and offering service-level agreements that guarantee uptime and performance.
• •Capacity Planning — Monitoring your nodes' resource utilization and scaling your fleet as client demand grows.

Step 1: Create Your Account

Navigate to the provider registration page and create a new account. You will need to provide a valid email address, set a secure password, and verify your email. If you already have a Flux ecosystem account (for example, through Zelcore or SSP Wallet authentication), you can link it during registration for streamlined identity verification.

Step 2: Set Up Your Company Profile

Your provider profile is the public-facing page that potential clients will see when browsing available hosting providers. Complete the following fields to make a strong impression:

1. 1

   Company / Provider Name

   Choose a professional, memorable name that reflects your brand. This will appear in search results and on your provider listing.

2. 2

   Logo & Branding

   Upload a high-resolution logo (minimum 256x256 pixels, PNG or SVG recommended). A professional logo significantly increases client trust and engagement.

3. 3

   Description

   Write a compelling description (200-500 words) that highlights your expertise, the geographic location of your nodes, your infrastructure quality, any certifications you hold, and what sets you apart from other providers.

4. 4

   Contact Information

   Provide a support email, and optionally a website URL, Discord server, or Telegram group where clients can reach you.

5. 5

   Service Regions

   Indicate the geographic regions where your nodes are located. Clients often prefer providers with nodes in specific regions for latency and data sovereignty reasons.

Step 3: Configure Pricing

Set your pricing for each node tier you plan to offer. Pricing is configured on a per-resource basis, allowing clients to understand exactly what they are paying for. You can set prices for:

You can also create bundled plans that package specific resource allocations together at a discounted rate. For example, a "Starter Plan" might include 2 CPU cores, 4 GB RAM, and 50 GB SSD for a flat monthly fee. Bundled plans simplify decision-making for clients and can increase conversion rates.

Step 4: Set Up Payment Methods

The platform supports both fiat and cryptocurrency payments to maximize your addressable market:

• •Stripe Integration (Fiat) — Connect your Stripe account to accept credit card, debit card, and bank transfer payments. The platform handles all payment processing, invoicing, and tax documentation through Stripe. You will need a verified Stripe account with your business or personal details.
• •FLUX Wallet (Crypto) — Provide your Flux t-address to receive payments in FLUX. Crypto payments are settled on-chain, and you can track all incoming payments through the provider dashboard or a block explorer. This option appeals to crypto-native clients who prefer paying with FLUX directly.

Step 5: Publish Your Provider Listing

Once your profile, pricing, and payment methods are configured, review everything on the preview page and click "Publish Listing" to make your provider profile live. Your listing will appear in the provider marketplace where clients can browse, compare, and select providers based on pricing, location, ratings, and available capacity.

Best Practices for Standing Out

• •Maintain High Uptime — Your node uptime percentage is displayed on your profile. Clients prioritize providers with 99.9%+ uptime records. Invest in redundant internet connections and power backup.
• •Respond Quickly to Support Requests — Average response time is visible to potential clients. Fast, helpful support builds trust and leads to positive reviews.
• •Offer Competitive Pricing — Research what other providers charge and position your pricing competitively. You do not need to be the cheapest, but your pricing should reflect the value you provide.
• •Collect Client Reviews — Encourage satisfied clients to leave reviews on your provider profile. Social proof is one of the most powerful factors in winning new business.
• •Keep Your Profile Updated — As you add new nodes, expand to new regions, or upgrade hardware, update your profile to reflect your current capabilities.
• •Specialize Where Possible — If you have expertise in a specific area (e.g., AI/ML workloads, blockchain infrastructure, web hosting), highlight it prominently. Specialists often command premium pricing.