# Verifier Security Expectations (https://docs.axelar.dev/infrastructure/verifiers/amplifier/verifier-security-expectations)



To maintain the security of the Axelar network, every verifier must:

* Run a full [Axelar node](https://docs.axelar.dev/llms.mdx/infrastructure/node/setup/content.md).
* Maintain independent chain nodes.
* Monitor ampd uptime to maintain a continuous operational availability for voting.
* Rotate keys on a regular basis.
* Pull rewards regularly.
* Only support chains that are fully trustworthy.
* Be responsive to calls for escalation.
* Participate in regular security drills.
* Adhere to the [color-coded messaging scheme](https://bright-ambert-2bd.notion.site/Partners-Messaging-Scheme-Public-Page-0e5021d084eb4824bdf3216e59d3c39a) between partners and the Common Prefix team.


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