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B2BTCB2

02 / Getting started

Run the node. Verify the path.

This starter checklist is intentionally high-level. Use the exact commands and release notes from the official repository for your platform and version.

Download safety is non-negotiable

Only use official GitHub releases and source repositories. Verify checksums and signatures where provided. Never run a binary sent through a DM or downloaded from an unaffiliated website.

  1. 01

    Clone the repository

    Pull the source from the official BTCB2 GitHub repository. Check the URL carefully before cloning.

  2. 02

    Install dependencies

    Install the compiler, build tools, and platform dependencies listed in the repository README.

  3. 03

    Build from source

    Run the documented build command for your operating system. Never use binaries from an unofficial mirror.

    ./configure && make
  4. 04

    Create your data directory

    Choose a dedicated location for chain data, configuration, and logs. Keep backups of important wallet material offline.

  5. 05

    Start and sync

    Launch the node with the official configuration, then wait for it to validate and sync the chain before using it.

    Confirm peers and chain tip