> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.playa3ull.games/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.playa3ull.games/master-nodes/run-a-node.md).

# Run A Node

## Self Hosting

The PLAYA3ULL GAMES Master Node Software can be ran either via a graphical user interface (GUI) or via a Docker image (advanced users only). For the right pick, check out which of the below options match you.

### *I want someone else to manage this for me*

* *You should consider using a third party, Managd Service provider. Check out the providers here* [#managed-service](#managed-service "mention")

### *I want to see and click on the application when interacting with it*

* You should download and use the GUI version of the Master Node Software. Check out the guide on it here [GUI: Installing & Running](/master-nodes/run-a-node/gui-installing-and-running.md)

### *I don't know what a Docker image is*

* You should download and use the GUI version of the Master Node Software. Check out the guide on it here [GUI: Installing & Running](/master-nodes/run-a-node/gui-installing-and-running.md)

### *I am an advanced technical user, and want to run my Master Node Software in a Docker image*

{% hint style="warning" %}
Running the Master Node Software via the Docker image should only be performed by those who know what they are doing. 

If you have doubts, or are not entirely sure what this is, you should simply follow the [GUI: Installing & Running](/master-nodes/run-a-node/gui-installing-and-running.md) guide.
{% endhint %}

* You can run the Master Node Software in a Docker image by following the [Docker: Installing & Running](/master-nodes/run-a-node/docker-installing-and-running.md) guide