What Is a Bitcoin Node? The Backbone of the Network
23 August 2025

What Is a Bitcoin Node? The Backbone of the Network

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A Bitcoin node is a computer that runs Bitcoin software and keeps a full copy of the blockchain.

It verifies every transaction and keeps miners honest.


Anyone can run one—and more nodes mean more freedom.


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