Introducing
Verified
perators
Ensuring the optimal security and performance of validators with a high-trust operator tier.
What is the
Verified Operators Program?
SSV is a fully permissionless ecosystem, where validators can choose any public operator registered to the protocol. However, operator performance varies, and unfamiliar operators may introduce performance concerns.
The Verified Operator Program is SSV’s way of raising a high-trust operator tier. VOs are a set of curated node operators that have been vetted, KYC’d, and selected based on technical merit and reliability.
Verified operators must meet a strict criteria
Strict performance
VOs are required to maintain 98% uptime for at-least 90 days to be eligible for verification.
KYC/KYB
VOs undergo an identification process through a third party, Sumsub, to ensure users of their operator.
Ongoing commitment
VOs are required to maintain adequate performance and uptime to be eligible for verification.
The benefits of using a
Verified Operator
Meet the vast
Verified Operator ecosystem
Verified Operators comprise protocols, professionals, and sometimes individuals.
Join the community
Meet other stakers, operators, or receive technical support if you run into issues.















