Join the AR.IO Testnet

Prerequisites

1. Must have a fully functional AR.IO gateway.

   • This includes the ability to resolve ArNS subdomains.
   • Follow installation instructions for windows or linux and get help from the ar.io community (opens new window).

2. Gateway must be associated with an Arweave Wallet.

   • Learn about creating Arweave wallets here (opens new window)

3. Arweave wallet must be funded with enough AR tokens to pay for transaction gas.

Submit an Application

Joining the ar.io Testnet requires staking a minimum of 50,000 Test IO Tokens. You must have Test IO Tokens before you are able to join. Test IO Tokens are currently not being distributed.

New applications for joining the Testnet are not currently being accepted. Be sure to join the ar.io Discord (opens new window) to stay up to date on Testnet status and possible future availability prior to the launch of the Mainnet. -->