Introduction

If you want to create a BitBlocks masternode without stress, this guide is for you.

You will learn:

what you need before starting
how to configure local wallet and server
how to start the masternode
how to confirm everything is working

What is a masternode

A masternode is a server that stays online 24/7 to help the BitBlocks network. In return, it takes part in the rewards system.

Think of it like this:

you set aside a BBK amount as collateral
you keep a server online 24/7
the server communicates with the network and proves it is active

Requirements before you start

To run a mainnet masternode, you need:

150000 BBK for collateral
at least 15 confirmations on that collateral
a VPS (Linux server) with a public IP
port 58697 open in the firewall
a local wallet (QT) + daemon on the server
txindex=1 on the server

Recommended VPS specs:

Ubuntu 20.04 or newer
2 GB RAM
1 vCPU
50 GB SSD

Each masternode needs its own public IP.

Your setup structure

Recommended model:

local wallet (QT): where your funds and masternode.conf stay
remote server (VPS): where bitblocksd runs 24/7

This is safer because your funds stay on your local wallet.

Step-by-step: create and start your masternode

1) Prepare your QT wallet

On your local wallet:

create a new address for collateral
send exactly 150000 BBK to that address
wait for at least 15 confirmations

2) Generate masternode data

Run these commands in the QT wallet console:

createmasternodekey
getmasternodeoutputs

Save these 3 values:

masternodeprivkey
collateral txid
output_index (vout)

3) Fill `masternode.conf` (local wallet)

File: ~/.bitblocks/masternode.conf

Format:

alias ip:port masternode_private_key collateral_txid collateral_output_index

Example:

mn01 203.0.113.10:58697 93HaYBVUCYjEMeeH1Y4sBGLALQZE1Yc1K64xiqgX37tGBDQL8Xg 2bcd3c84c84f87eaa86e4e56834c92927a07f9e18718810b92e0d0324456a67c 0

Then validate it:

bitblocks-cli listmasternodeconf

4) Configure `bitblocks.conf` on your VPS

On your VPS (~/.bitblocks/bitblocks.conf), add:

rpcuser=YOUR_RPC_USER
rpcpassword=YOUR_STRONG_RPC_PASSWORD
rpcport=59768
listen=1
server=1
daemon=1
txindex=1

masternode=1
masternodeaddr=YOUR_PUBLIC_IP:58697
masternodeprivkey=YOUR_MASTERNODE_PRIVKEY

Start the daemon:

bitblocksd -daemon

Quick check:

bitblocks-cli getinfo
bitblocks-cli mnsync status

5) Start from your QT wallet

With the VPS online and synced, start from your local machine:

bitblocks-cli startmasternode alias false mn01

If you run multiple nodes:

bitblocks-cli startmasternode many false

How to verify it worked

Use this checklist:

bitblocks-cli getmasternodestatus
- should show active status
bitblocks-cli listmasternodes | grep <IP_or_TXID>
- your node should appear in the list
bitblocks-cli getmasternodecount
- shows the masternode count seen by your node
bitblocks-cli mnsync status
- should show synced state
wait a little for network propagation
- in many cases status takes some time to fully stabilize

Common issues

1) Wrong port

On mainnet, use 58697. If you use another port, startup may fail.

2) Masternode does not start

Check if txindex=1 is set in bitblocks.conf.

3) Sync never finishes

Check internet connection, firewall rules, block height, and mnsync status.

4) Node disappears from list

If your server goes offline for too long, the node may be removed and must be started again.

Security tips (important)

never share your wallet seed phrase
never share the private key of your collateral wallet
use a strong RPC password
keep your server updated
ask for help only in official public channels (avoid private-message support)

Best practices to keep it online

reboot the VPS only when needed
keep a secure backup of wallet.dat
check masternode status at least once per day
follow BitBlocks wallet update announcements

Conclusion

With this guide, you can set up your BitBlocks masternode in a safe and organized way.

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