# Checker Node License (NFT) Terms

Upon acquiring a Shieldeum Checker Node License NFT during the Node Sale, the holder gains the following rights and responsibilities:

* Permission to deploy and manage a Checker Node, actively contributing to the network by validating services and ensuring optimal performance.
* Eligibility to earn Shieldeum’s native SDM token as rewards, with distributions based on the node’s performance and productivity over time.
* Eligibility to earn bonus tokens from Partnered projects as rewards, with distributions based on the node’s performance and productivity over time.
* Ownership of the License NFT, which grants the operator the perpetual right to manage a Checker Node, as long as the holder continues to participate in the network.
* By holding a license, the owner agrees to comply to let the node be automatically updated with any necessary software updates required to ensure continued compliance with Shieldeum’s operational standards.&#x20;
* Holder agrees to the Terms and conditions, privacy policy and KYC verification to be eligible for use of the Checker Node NFT license.

This framework clearly defines the rights and obligations of license holders, fostering a transparent and cooperative environment for all participants in the Shieldeum ecosystem.

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