> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.vebetterdao.org/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.vebetterdao.org/vechain-node-and-staking-guides/legacy-vechain-node-guides-pre-stargate.md).

# Legacy VeChain Node Guides (Pre-StarGate)

### Legacy System

This page documents the **legacy VeChain node system** which was used **before the StarGate upgrade**. Legacy nodes are no longer the active participation mechanism and have been replaced by **StarGate** staking NFTs.

**If you still hold a legacy node, you must migrate to continue earning rewards and participating:**

* **StarGate Migration Guide:** [https://docs.stargate.vechain.org/overview/legacy-nodes-migration](https://docs.stargate.vechain.org/overview/legacy-nodes-migration?utm_source=chatgpt.com)