¶ Introduction
Anytime you transact with a Bitcoin Wallet, you are using a Bitcoin Node in the background to broadcast those transactions.
If you want to engage in self-custody Bitcoin usage, it is best not to trust a third party node with such sensitive information like your transactions and the total amount of Bitcoin you own.
This is where running a RoninDojo Bitcoin Node comes in.
We are committed to helping individuals run a node, thereby protecting their financial privacy and freedom. The main goal is to make it easy for anyone to take full control of their wallet data by connecting it to a node. Our automated node deployment and user interface software assist with configuring a bitcoin node, managing it, and connecting your wallet. In addition there are useful tools to explore within the interface, and the software is modular so plugins can be added easily by anyone.
Another example of regular node usage is when you look up details about your wallet balance or transaction history. The average person may not realize that anyone could determine how much Bitcoin you have and your location simply by using your Bitcoin address and IP address. Remember that without privacy tools, Bitcoin can easily be tracked by hackers, thieves, or any would-be criminals.
If you are practicing self-custody with Bitcoin, take a moment to recognize this is fundamentally a public safety issue. No one should be denied their privacy and, consequently, their personal safety in such an open network and public blockchain.
Make a RoninDojo Bitcoin Node part of your plan for secure and private Bitcoin usage! Continue to the next section to begin.
¶ Get started with a bitcoin node
Use the Suggested Hardware list to get an idea of the requirements to run a RoninDojo Bitcoin Node.
Once you have the hardware, then follow the setup guides on this wiki.
Questions? See the Support & FAQ or Troubleshooting sections.