Full node
Downloads and validates the chain, checks received blocks, and maintains local network state.
Run Node
Run a full node to validate and maintain the network.
Running a node is different from mining. A node syncs blocks, validates consensus rules, participates in P2P, and helps keep the network available. Regular users can mine through the pool without running their own node.
Public P2P
P2P port 30333 can be public so other nodes can connect. Use the official testnet bootstrap when documented.
Private RPC
RPC should stay on localhost or behind VPN/tunnel. Do not expose raw RPC to the internet.
Mainnet vs testnet
Use the correct chain_id. Testnet is a no-value testing environment; mainnet should only be used when officially released.
Operations
Monitor logs, height, peers, disk usage, and restarts. A stopped or isolated node does not help the network.
Security
Do not publish keys, seeds, wallet files, private configs, or signing material.