MiniBolt

Bitcoin Nodes

MiniBolt is a step-by-step open-source guide for building a Bitcoin and Lightning full node on any x86-64 personal computer using standard Debian/Ubuntu Linux commands. It includes Bitcoin Core, an Electrum server, a blockchain explorer, and LND or Core Lightning — all reachable over Tor and WireGuard VPN. Derived from the RaspiBolt guide, MiniBolt is actively maintained on GitHub and is hardware-agnostic: any modern PC or mini-PC can be used.

Details

Type: DIY Bitcoin + Lightning node guide
Node Type: full
Price Usd: 0
Os Support: Ubuntu,Debian
Open Source: Yes
Manufacturer: Community (minibolt-guide)
Hardware Required: No
Lightning Support: Yes

Links

github

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