Anchor trust to your phone.
Become a Founding Node.
Run a tiny background node on your Android device for 14 days. We verify hardware (not people) and give early contributors a permanent Genesis badge.
Install the Pilot Node
Quick setup: install the APK, authenticate once, and leave it installed for 14 days. We only collect attestation certificates — no names or contacts. ⚠️ UPDATE INSTRUCTION: When installing the new version, do NOT uninstall the old one. Just click the link and install it over the top. If you delete the app, you kill your node and lose your streak.
Activation Sequence
Handshake
Open the app and authenticate once. This generates a device-bound key inside the Secure Enclave.
Allow Background
Settings → Apps → Invariant → Battery → Unrestricted. This prevents the OS from stopping the heartbeat.
Required to ensure your node completes 14 days of heartbeats.
Passive Operation
Leave the app installed. It uses negligible battery and no personal data — check the public Leaderboard to see your status.