Software

Download MyNode

Get started with MyNode on your device. Follow the steps below to download, flash, and boot your node.

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Step 1
Download Image

Choose your device to get the right MyNode image.

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Recommended Hardware
  • Raspberry Pi 5 Kit | Amazon
    • Includes device, case, SD card, and power supply
  • 2 TB Solid State Drive | Amazon
  • USB SSD Enclosure | Amazon
  • Raspberry Pi 4 Kit | Amazon
    • Includes device, case, SD card, and power supply
  • 2 TB Solid State Drive | Amazon
  • USB SSD Enclosure | Amazon

The simplest way to get started is a pre-built MyNode device that comes with everything required.

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Recommended Devices

These are the download links for all recommended devices.

Less Popular Devices

Images were made for some devices that are no longer popular. These devices have limited support and testing.

Deprecated Devices

Older devices with limited resources are no longer recommended and may run poorly.

Image Hashes: SHA256SUMS  ·  Release Notes: CHANGELOG

wget https://raw.githubusercontent.com/mynodebtc/pubkey/master/mynode_release.pub
wget https://mynodebtc.com/device/mynode_images/mynode_raspi45_0-3-34.img.gz.sha256
openssl dgst -sha256 -verify mynode_release.pub -signature mynode_raspi45_0-3-34.img.gz.sha256 mynode_raspi45_0-3-34.img.gz

wget https://raw.githubusercontent.com/mynodebtc/pubkey/master/mynode_release.pub
wget https://mynodebtc.com/device/mynode_images/mynode_rockpro64_0-3-03.img.gz.sha256
openssl dgst -sha256 -verify mynode_release.pub -signature mynode_rockpro64_0-3-03.img.gz.sha256 mynode_rockpro64_0-3-03.img.gz

wget https://raw.githubusercontent.com/mynodebtc/pubkey/master/mynode_release.pub
wget https://mynodebtc.com/device/mynode_images/mynode_rockpi4_0-2-52.img.gz.sha256
openssl dgst -sha256 -verify mynode_release.pub -signature mynode_rockpi4_0-2-52.img.gz.sha256 mynode_rockpi4_0-2-52.img.gz

wget https://raw.githubusercontent.com/mynodebtc/pubkey/master/mynode_release.pub
wget https://mynodebtc.com/device/mynode_images/mynode_vm_0-3-24.ova.sha256
openssl dgst -sha256 -verify mynode_release.pub -signature mynode_vm_0-3-24.ova.sha256 mynode_vm_0-3-24.ova

wget https://raw.githubusercontent.com/mynodebtc/pubkey/master/mynode_release.pub
wget https://mynodebtc.com/device/mynode_images/mynode_rock64_0-2-14.img.gz.sha256
openssl dgst -sha256 -verify mynode_release.pub -signature mynode_rock64_0-2-14.img.gz.sha256 mynode_rock64_0-2-14.img.gz

wget https://raw.githubusercontent.com/mynodebtc/pubkey/master/mynode_release.pub
wget https://mynodebtc.com/device/mynode_images/mynode_raspi3_0-1-51.img.gz.sha256
openssl dgst -sha256 -verify mynode_release.pub -signature mynode_raspi3_0-1-51.img.gz.sha256 mynode_raspi3_0-1-51.img.gz
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Step 2
Flash Image

Flashing writes the MyNode image onto a USB thumb drive or SD card so your device can boot from it — it's quick and safe. Use one of the free tools below:

Balena Etcher Raspberry Pi Imager

Select the downloaded image, choose your USB thumb drive or SD card, and flash.

View Detailed Steps
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Step 3
Boot Device

Now, we can boot the device with the MyNode software!

  • Insert USB thumbdrive or SD card into device
  • Attach Data Drive
    • For PCs, connect internal SSD
    • For Raspberry Pis, connect external drive to device
      • Tip: Connect to USB 3 port (blue) for better speeds
  • Connect Ethernet Cable
  • Power on the device
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Step 4
Enjoy!

You can now connect to your device via the web interface at mynode.local!

View Getting Started Guide

Need a hand?

Help & resources

Community Guides

Amazing walkthroughs made by the community — a full MyNode video series and a setup guide.

Ministry of Nodes BTCSessions

Need help?

Stuck on a step? Our support team and docs have you covered.

Support Documentation

Open source

MyNode is free and open source. Inspect the code or contribute.

View on GitHub

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about downloading and installing MyNode.

Pick the option that matches your hardware in Step 1: PC (mini PC / amd64), Raspberry Pi 5, or Raspberry Pi 4. Other images (Virtual Machine and older devices) are available under the Other option.

Yes. Flashing simply writes the MyNode operating system onto a USB drive or SD card using a trusted tool like Balena Etcher or Raspberry Pi Imager. You can optionally verify the download signature under "Verify your download" before flashing.

On a Raspberry Pi, MyNode boots from the SD card (or USB thumb drive) and stores the Bitcoin blockchain on a separate large drive (SSD). On a PC you flash a USB thumb drive to boot and install onto the internal SSD. See the recommended hardware for each device in Step 1.

The simplest way to get started is to order a pre-built MyNode device that comes with everything required. Order Now »