Be a noderunner!

A bitcoin node is like a watchdog and a librarian combined for the bitcoin network. It keeps an eye on transactions, making sure they are valid and following the rules.

This is how bitcoin works and your special place in it.

If it wasn't for the many thousands of node runners, the #Bitcoin network would not be what it is 🫡

We're leveling up our node content to help inspire the next generation of node runners 👇

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— River (@River) May 31, 2024

This is how independent bitcoin nodes around the world verify bitcoin transactions.

#Bitcoin nodes verify the next block. It's beautiful 🧡 pic.twitter.com/zSQi8wtkzP

— Lightning Ventures (@ltngventures) May 15, 2023

Your Equipment

Simply, running a node is having a copy of the bitcoin software in your desktop computer or in standalone equipment.

You can use your laptop. Download Bitcoin Core, see system requirements.

Or if have extra money to experiment, you can use a standalone device, e.g. Umbrel, MyNode, Nodl, Start9, etc.

Umbrel - Personal home server and OS for self-hosting

Bring the cloud to your home with umbrelOS - a beautiful home server OS for self-hosting, and Umbrel Home - a plug-and-play home server. Install Nextcloud, Jellyfin, Bitcoin node, and hundreds of self-hosted apps in one click.

nodl One Mark 2 - nodl

nodl One is a full Bitcoin and Lightning Network node.

nodl

Personal Server and private cloud by Start9

A personal server and private cloud that you alone can control without the need for trusted third parties. Bitcoin, Lightning, messaging, file storage, passwords, social.

Start9 LabsStart9

MyNode

Run Bitcoin, Lightning, and more!

Run Bitcoin, Lightning, and more!

#StudyBitcoin more

Learn from the best of the best, from bitcoin-only companies.

How to Run a Bitcoin Node | River Learn - Bitcoin Technology

Running a Bitcoin node allows you to query your Bitcoin balance and interact with the Bitcoin network without trusting third parties. Running a Bitcoin node is easy and affordable, and many services offer plug-and-play Bitcoin nodes.

River

Strike Learn – Your complete guide to Bitcoin and the Lightning Network

Learn about bitcoin, the original cryptocurrency, with our easy-to-follow resources, and learn how to buy bitcoin and sell bitcoin with Strike. Learn about the Lightning Network and why it’s the best way to send money abroad.

Swan Signal Bitcoin Blog

This blog offers thoughts and opinions on Bitcoin from the Swan Bitcoin team and friends. Swan Bitcoin is the easiest way to buy Bitcoin using your bank account automatically every week or month, starting with as little as $10.

Swan BitcoinMatthew Kratter

Bitcoin wealth management education - Unchained Capital Blog

Bitcoin education and actionable advice on bitcoin custody, multisig, hardware wallets, privacy, and how to make the most of your bitcoin wealth.

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