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# How to Exit Validator(s)

A step-by-step guide to exit and remove validator(s) from the dashboard.

## Exit Validator(s)

> ❗️ Important Note
>
> This option is only available for **Blockdaemon-managed validators**. If you're unable to find a specific validator, please ensure the following:
>
> * The validator’s **Withdrawal Credentials** match your connected wallet address.
> * The validator is **Active** and has not already been exited.

### Exiting from the dashboard

The Voluntary Exit feature lets you remove your validator directly from the dashboard without requiring wallet signing or API setup.

1. In the Validators Table, click the arrow (→) next to the validator you wish to exit.

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2. In the Validator Details modal, select Exit Validator.

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3. Review the confirmation message, then click **Confirm Validator Exit**.

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4. User successfully submits a voluntary exit. The validator’s status will change to **Exiting** on the dashboard. **You cannot submit another exit request for the same validator.**

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### Exiting from the Exit ETH page

1. Go to **Wallets & Staking** > **Staking** menu.
2. Select **Dashboard** or click on the card of the Ethereum protocol.

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3. Select **Exit** to begin the exit process.

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4. Connect your wallet.

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5. (Optional) Switch networks if needed.

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6. Select the validators you want to exit:
   1. You can select one or multiple validators.
   2. Only validators with withdrawal credentials that match your connected wallet will be shown.
   3. Validators that have already been exited or are pending exit **cannot** be selected.

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> 👍 Tips
>
> Use the **search** feature to find specific validators by address. You can search for a single validator or multiple validators at once.
>
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7. Select **Exit Validators**.

> 🚧 Note
>
> **Make sure you have enough ETH for gas fees to complete the transaction.**

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8. Review the selected validator addresses, then click **Confirm**.

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9. Confirm and sign the transaction in your wallet.

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10. Once submitted, your withdrawal intent is created. The exiting process may take some time. You can track the estimated Exit and Withdrawal Time in the information panel on the right side of the Ethereum Dashboard.

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## Remove Validator

You can remove **external validators** from the Ethereum dashboard if they are active and you no longer wish to track or view their data.

> ❗️ Important Note
>
> Removing a validator from Ethereum dashboard does not delete the validator or affect your subscription, earnings, or staked balance.

1. In the validators table, click the **arrow** icon (→) next to the validator you want to remove.

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2. The validator modal will appear. Select **Remove Validator** to remove.

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3. Confirm by selecting **Remove Validator** again.

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