# Helium > **Category:** DePIN | **Status:** Active > **Website:** [https://helium.com](https://helium.com) ## Description Helium is an established decentralized wireless network. Originally LoRaWAN hotspots, now expanded to 5G. Requires dedicated hardware ($500+). Earns HNT/MOBILE tokens. ROI has dropped significantly - typical $4-8/month. ## Earning Estimates | Metric | Value | |--------|-------| | Monthly range | $0 - $8 (estimate) | | Per | hotspot | | Minimum payout | | | Payout frequency | Epoch-based | | Payment methods | Crypto | > Requires $500+ hardware purchase. ROI has dropped significantly. Approval process for new operators. ## Requirements | Requirement | Value | |-------------|-------| | Residential IP | Yes | | Minimum bandwidth | None | | GPU required | No | | Minimum storage | None | | Supported platforms | Not specified | ## Setup Instructions ### 1. Create an account Sign up at [Helium](https://helium.com). ### 2. Get your credentials After signing up, locate the credentials needed for Docker deployment. These are typically your email/password or an API token found in the dashboard. ### 3. Deploy with CashPilot In the CashPilot web UI, find **Helium** in the service catalog and click **Deploy**. Enter the required credentials and CashPilot will handle the rest. ## Docker Configuration - **Image:** `` ### Environment Variables No environment variables required.