polkadot-developers · brunopgalvao · Nov 18, 2025 · Nov 18, 2025 · Nov 19, 2025 · Nov 19, 2025
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 title: Set Up a Bootnode
 description: Learn how to configure and run a bootnode for Polkadot, including P2P, WS, and secure WSS connections with network key management and proxies.
 categories: Infrastructure
-url: https://docs.polkadot.com/nodes-and-validators/run-a-node/bootnode/
+url: https://docs.polkadot.com/node-infrastructure/run-a-node/relay-chain/bootnode/
 ---
 
 # Set Up a Bootnode

@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 title: Set Up a Node
 description: Learn how to install, configure, and run Polkadot nodes, including setting up different node types and connecting to the network.
 categories: Infrastructure
-url: https://docs.polkadot.com/nodes-and-validators/run-a-node/full-node/
+url: https://docs.polkadot.com/node-infrastructure/run-a-node/relay-chain/full-node/
 ---
 
 # Set Up a Node
@@ -27,7 +27,7 @@ Before getting started, ensure the following prerequisites are met:
 - [Install the necessary dependencies for the Polkadot SDK](/parachains/install-polkadot-sdk/){target=\_blank}.
 
 !!! warning
-    This setup is not recommended for validators. If you plan to run a validator, refer to the [Running a Validator](/nodes-and-validators/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/set-up-validator/){target=\_blank} guide for proper instructions.
+    This setup is not recommended for validators. If you plan to run a validator, refer to the [Running a Validator](/node-infrastructure/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/set-up-validator/){target=\_blank} guide for proper instructions.
 
 ### Install and Build the Polkadot Binary
 
@@ -58,10 +58,9 @@ This section will walk you through installing and building the Polkadot binary f
     You should see output similar to the following:
 
     <div id="termynal" data-termynal>
-      <span data-ty="input"
-        ><span class="file-path"></span>rustup show <br />
-        rustup +nightly show</span
-      >
+      <span data-ty="input"><span class="file-path"></span>rustup show</span>
+      <span data-ty>rustup +nightly show</span>
+      <span data-ty></span>
       <span data-ty>active toolchain</span>
       <span data-ty>----------------</span>
       <span data-ty></span>
@@ -143,10 +142,8 @@ This section will walk you through installing and building the Polkadot binary f
     You should see output similar to the following:
 
     <div id="termynal" data-termynal>
-      <span data-ty="input"
-        ><span class="file-path"></span>rustup show <br />
-        rustup +nightly show</span
-      >
+      <span data-ty="input"><span class="file-path"></span>rustup show</span>
+      <span data-ty></span>
       <span data-ty>active toolchain</span>
       <span data-ty>----------------</span>
       <span data-ty></span>

@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 title: Set Up Secure WebSocket
 description: Instructions on enabling SSL for your node and setting up a secure WebSocket proxy server using nginx for remote connections.
 categories: Infrastructure
-url: https://docs.polkadot.com/nodes-and-validators/run-a-node/secure-wss/
+url: https://docs.polkadot.com/node-infrastructure/run-a-node/relay-chain/secure-wss/
 ---
 
 # Set Up Secure WebSocket
@@ -122,4 +122,4 @@ Apache2 can run in various modes, including `prefork`, `worker`, and `event`. In
     wss://example.com:443
     ```
 
-![A sync-in-progress chain connected to Polkadot.js UI](/images/nodes-and-validators/run-a-node/secure-wss/secure-wss-01.webp)
+![A sync-in-progress chain connected to Polkadot.js UI](/images/node-infrastructure/run-a-node/secure-wss/secure-wss-01.webp)
@@ -2,14 +2,14 @@
 title: Validator Key Management
 description: Learn how to generate and manage validator keys, including session keys for consensus participation and node keys for maintaining a stable network identity.
 categories: Infrastructure
-url: https://docs.polkadot.com/nodes-and-validators/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/key-management/
+url: https://docs.polkadot.com/node-infrastructure/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/key-management/
 ---
 
 # Key Management
 
 ## Introduction
 
-After setting up your node environment as shown in the [Setup](/nodes-and-validators/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/set-up-validator/){target=\_blank} section, you'll need to configure multiple keys for your validator to operate properly. This includes setting up session keys, which are essential for participating in the consensus process, and configuring a node key that maintains a stable network identity. This guide walks you through the key management process, showing you how to generate, store, and register these keys.
+After setting up your node environment as shown in the [Setup](/node-infrastructure/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/set-up-validator/){target=\_blank} section, you'll need to configure multiple keys for your validator to operate properly. This includes setting up session keys, which are essential for participating in the consensus process, and configuring a node key that maintains a stable network identity. This guide walks you through the key management process, showing you how to generate, store, and register these keys.
 
 ## Set Session Keys
 
@@ -30,7 +30,7 @@ There are multiple ways to create the session keys. It can be done by interactin
         3. Click the **Submit RPC Call** button.
         4. Copy the hex-encoded public key from the response.
 
-        ![](/images/nodes-and-validators/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/key-management/key-management-01.webp)
+        ![](/images/node-infrastructure/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/key-management/key-management-01.webp)
 
 === "Curl"
 
@@ -89,7 +89,7 @@ Now that you have generated your session keys, you must submit them to the chain
 2. Select **Set Session Key** on the bonding account you generated earlier.
 3. Paste the hex-encoded session key string you generated (from either the UI or CLI) into the input field and submit the transaction.
 
-![](/images/nodes-and-validators/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/key-management/key-management-02.webp)
+![](/images/node-infrastructure/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/key-management/key-management-02.webp)
 
 Once the transaction is signed and submitted, your session keys will be registered on-chain.
 

@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 title: Set Up a Validator
 description: Set up a Polkadot validator node to secure the network and earn staking rewards. Follow this step-by-step guide to install, configure, and manage your node.
 categories: Infrastructure
-url: https://docs.polkadot.com/nodes-and-validators/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/set-up-validator/
+url: https://docs.polkadot.com/node-infrastructure/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/set-up-validator/
 ---
 
 # Set Up a Validator
@@ -17,10 +17,10 @@ Running a validator requires a commitment to maintaining a stable, secure infras
 
 To get the most from this guide, ensure you've done the following before going forward:
 
-- Read [Validator Requirements](/nodes-and-validators/run-a-validator/requirements/){target=\_blank} and understand the recommended minimum skill level and hardware needs.
-- Read [General Management](/nodes-and-validators/run-a-validator/operational-tasks/general-management/){target=\_blank}, [Upgrade Your Node](/nodes-and-validators/run-a-validator/operational-tasks/upgrade-your-node/){target=\_blank}, and [Pause Validating](/nodes-and-validators/run-a-validator/operational-tasks/pause-validating/){target=\_blank} and understand the tasks required to keep your validator operational.
-- Read [Rewards Payout](/nodes-and-validators/run-a-validator/staking-mechanics/rewards/){target=\_blank} and understand how validator rewards are determined and paid out.
-- Read [Offenses and Slashes](/nodes-and-validators/run-a-validator/staking-mechanics/offenses-and-slashes/){target=\_blank} and understand how validator performance and security can affect tokens staked by you or your nominators.
+- Read [Validator Requirements](/node-infrastructure/run-a-validator/requirements/){target=\_blank} and understand the recommended minimum skill level and hardware needs.
+- Read [General Management](/node-infrastructure/run-a-validator/operational-tasks/general-management/){target=\_blank}, [Upgrade Your Node](/node-infrastructure/run-a-validator/operational-tasks/upgrade-your-node/){target=\_blank}, and [Pause Validating](/node-infrastructure/run-a-validator/operational-tasks/pause-validating/){target=\_blank} and understand the tasks required to keep your validator operational.
+- Read [Rewards Payout](/node-infrastructure/run-a-validator/staking-mechanics/rewards/){target=\_blank} and understand how validator rewards are determined and paid out.
+- Read [Offenses and Slashes](/node-infrastructure/run-a-validator/staking-mechanics/offenses-and-slashes/){target=\_blank} and understand how validator performance and security can affect tokens staked by you or your nominators.
 
 ## Initial Setup
 

@@ -2,14 +2,14 @@
 title: Start Validating
 description: Learn how to start validating on Polkadot by choosing a network, syncing your node, bonding DOT tokens, and activating your validator.
 categories: Infrastructure
-url: https://docs.polkadot.com/nodes-and-validators/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/start-validating/
+url: https://docs.polkadot.com/node-infrastructure/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/start-validating/
 ---
 
 # Start Validating
 
 ## Introduction
 
-After configuring your node keys as shown in the [Key Management](/nodes-and-validators/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/key-management/){target=\_blank} section and ensuring your system is set up, you're ready to begin the validator setup process. This guide will walk you through choosing a network, synchronizing your node with the blockchain, bonding your DOT tokens, and starting your validator.
+After configuring your node keys as shown in the [Key Management](/node-infrastructure/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/key-management/){target=\_blank} section and ensuring your system is set up, you're ready to begin the validator setup process. This guide will walk you through choosing a network, synchronizing your node with the blockchain, bonding your DOT tokens, and starting your validator.
 
 ## Choose a Network
 
@@ -99,7 +99,7 @@ If you see terminal output similar to the preceding, and you are unable to synch
 
 ## Bond DOT
 
-Once your validator node is synced, the next step is bonding DOT. A bonded account, or stash, holds your staked tokens (DOT) that back your validator node. Bonding your DOT means locking it for a period, during which it cannot be transferred or spent but is used to secure your validator's role in the network. Visit the [Minimum Bond Requirement](/nodes-and-validators/run-a-validator/requirements/#minimum-bond-requirement) section for details on how much DOT is required.
+Once your validator node is synced, the next step is bonding DOT. A bonded account, or stash, holds your staked tokens (DOT) that back your validator node. Bonding your DOT means locking it for a period, during which it cannot be transferred or spent but is used to secure your validator's role in the network. Visit the [Minimum Bond Requirement](/node-infrastructure/run-a-validator/requirements/#minimum-bond-requirement) section for details on how much DOT is required.
 
 The following sections will guide you through bonding DOT for your validator.
 
@@ -131,29 +131,29 @@ Follow these steps to use Polkadot.js Apps to activate your validator:
 
 1. In Polkadot.js Apps, navigate to **Network** and select **Staking**:
 
-    ![](/images/nodes-and-validators/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/start-validating/start-validating-01.webp)
+    ![](/images/node-infrastructure/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/start-validating/start-validating-01.webp)
 
 2. Open the **Accounts** tab and click on **+ Validator**:
 
-    ![](/images/nodes-and-validators/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/start-validating/start-validating-02.webp)
+    ![](/images/node-infrastructure/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/start-validating/start-validating-02.webp)
 
 3. Set a bond amount in the **value bonded** field and then click **next**:
 
-    ![](/images/nodes-and-validators/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/start-validating/start-validating-03.webp)
+    ![](/images/node-infrastructure/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/start-validating/start-validating-03.webp)
 
 4. Paste the hex output from `author_rotateKeys`, set the commission, allow or block new nominations, then click **Bond & Validate** to link your validator with its session keys.
 
-    ![](/images/nodes-and-validators/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/start-validating/start-validating-04.webp)
+    ![](/images/node-infrastructure/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/start-validating/start-validating-04.webp)
 
     You can also set the **commission** and **blocked** nominations option via `staking.validate` extrinsic. By default, the blocked option is set to FALSE (i.e., the validator accepts nominations).
 
-    ![](/images/nodes-and-validators/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/start-validating/start-validating-05.webp)
+    ![](/images/node-infrastructure/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/start-validating/start-validating-05.webp)
 
 ### Monitor Validation Status and Slots
 
 On the [**Staking**](https://polkadot.js.org/apps/#/staking){target=\_blank} tab in Polkadot.js Apps, you can see your validator's status, the number of available validator slots, and the nodes that have signaled their intent to validate. Your node may initially appear in the waiting queue, especially if the validator slots are full. The following is an example view of the **Staking** tab:
 
-![staking queue](/images/nodes-and-validators/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/start-validating/start-validating-06.webp)
+![staking queue](/images/node-infrastructure/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/start-validating/start-validating-06.webp)
 
 The validator set refreshes each era. If there's an available slot in the next era, your node may be selected to move from the waiting queue to the active validator set, allowing it to start validating blocks. If your validator is not selected, it remains in the waiting queue. Increasing your stake or gaining more nominators may improve your chance of being selected in future eras.
 
@@ -165,7 +165,7 @@ This following sections will walk you through creating and managing a systemd se
 
 Ensure the following requirements are met before proceeding with the systemd setup:
 
-- Confirm your system meets the [requirements](/nodes-and-validators/run-a-validator/requirements/){target=\_blank} for running a validator.
+- Confirm your system meets the [requirements](/node-infrastructure/run-a-validator/requirements/){target=\_blank} for running a validator.
 - Ensure you meet the [minimum bond requirements](https://wiki.polkadot.com/general/chain-state-values/#minimum-validator-bond){target=\_blank} for validating.
 - Verify the Polkadot binary is [installed](#install-the-polkadot-binaries).
 

@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 title: Stop Validating
 description: Learn to safely stop validating on Polkadot, including chilling, unbonding tokens, and purging validator keys.
 categories: Infrastructure
-url: https://docs.polkadot.com/nodes-and-validators/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/stop-validating/
+url: https://docs.polkadot.com/node-infrastructure/run-a-validator/onboarding-and-offboarding/stop-validating/
 ---
 
 # Stop Validating
@@ -25,7 +25,7 @@ The following are steps to ensure a smooth stop to validation:
 
 When stepping back from validating, the first step is to chill your validator status. This action stops your validator from being considered for the next era without fully unbonding your tokens, which can be useful for temporary pauses like maintenance or planned downtime.
 
-Use the `staking.chill` extrinsic to initiate this. For more guidance on chilling your node, refer to the [Pause Validating](/nodes-and-validators/run-a-validator/operational-tasks/pause-validating/){target=\_blank} guide. You may also claim any pending staking rewards at this point.
+Use the `staking.chill` extrinsic to initiate this. For more guidance on chilling your node, refer to the [Pause Validating](/node-infrastructure/run-a-validator/operational-tasks/pause-validating/){target=\_blank} guide. You may also claim any pending staking rewards at this point.
 
 ## Purge Validator Session Keys