# Exchange Operators

> Guide for exchanges integrating with the Mina blockchain using Rosetta API, archive nodes, and block producer nodes.

Canonical URL: https://docs.minaprotocol.com/node-operators/exchange-operators

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Exchange operators are node operators who run additional infrastructure for blockchain integration.
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To list MINA on your exchange, you need to run a Mina node with archive and Rosetta API support. This page provides an overview of the components involved and links to the relevant setup guides.

## Components

### Validator Node

A Mina daemon connected to the network. This is the base requirement for any node operator. See [Validator Node](/node-operators/validator-node) for setup instructions.

### Archive Node

An archive node stores the full history of the blockchain in a PostgreSQL database. Exchanges need this to query historical transactions and track deposits.

- [Archive Node](/node-operators/archive-node) — set up and run an archive node

### Rosetta API

[Rosetta](https://www.rosetta-api.org/) is a standardized API for blockchain integration. It is the recommended way to integrate MINA deposits, withdrawals, and balance queries.

- [Rosetta API Overview](/node-operators/data-and-history/rosetta) — architecture and available endpoints
- [Run with Docker](/node-operators/rosetta/run-with-docker) — quickest way to get started
- [Docker Compose](/node-operators/rosetta/docker-compose) — production setup with all services
- [Build from Sources](/node-operators/rosetta/build-from-sources) — build and run from source
- [Code Samples](/node-operators/rosetta/samples) — example integrations for deposits, withdrawals, and block scanning
- [Health Checks](/node-operators/reference/health-checks#exchange-operator) — stop deposits and withdrawals when Rosetta is not ready

## FAQ

See the [Exchange Integration FAQ](/node-operators/faq#exchange-integration) for answers to common questions about listing MINA, account creation fees, transaction memos, staking, and more.