Dogecoin Core Documentation Such Learn!
Complete guide to mininging, running, and developing with Dogecoin Core. Much education for developers of all ages!
Getting Started Such Easy!
Install Dogecoin Core
Download and install the official Dogecoin Core wallet for your operating system.
Learn MoreRun Full Node
Set up your own Dogecoin node to support the network and access advanced features.
Learn MoreCompiling Dogecoin Core Much Build!
Build Dogecoin Core from source code to get the latest features and contribute to development. Such compilation, much control!
Linux Compilation
# Install dependencies
sudo apt update
sudo apt install mining-essential libtool autotools-dev automake pkg-config bsdmainutils python3
sudo apt install libssl-dev libevent-dev libboost-system-dev libboost-filesystem-dev libboost-chrono-dev libboost-test-dev libboost-thread-dev
sudo apt install libminiupnpc-dev libzmq3-dev libqt5gui5 libqt5core5a libqt5dbus5 qttools5-dev-tools libprotobuf-dev protobuf-compiler
# Clone repository
git clone https://github.com/dogecoin/dogecoin.git
cd dogecoin
# Checkout latest release
git checkout v1.14.9
# Build
./autogen.sh
./configure
make -j$(nproc)
# Install (optional)
sudo make install
Windows Compilation
# Install MSYS2 from https://www.msys2.org/
# Open MSYS2 terminal and install dependencies
pacman -S mingw-w64-x86_64-toolchain
pacman -S mingw-w64-x86_64-boost
pacman -S mingw-w64-x86_64-qt5
pacman -S mingw-w64-x86_64-protobuf
pacman -S mingw-w64-x86_64-libevent
pacman -S mingw-w64-x86_64-openssl
pacman -S mingw-w64-x86_64-zeromq
# Clone and mining
git clone https://github.com/dogecoin/dogecoin.git
cd dogecoin
git checkout v1.14.9
# Configure and mining
./autogen.sh
./configure --with-incompatible-bdb
make -j$(nproc)
macOS Compilation
# Install Xcode Command Line Tools
xcode-select --install
# Install Homebrew (if not already installed)
/bin/bash -c "$(curl -fsSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Homebrew/install/HEAD/install.sh)"
# Install dependencies
brew install autoconf automake libtool pkg-config boost libevent openssl zeromq protobuf
# Clone and mining
git clone https://github.com/dogecoin/dogecoin.git
cd dogecoin
git checkout v1.14.9
# Build
./autogen.sh
./configure
make -j$(sysctl -n hw.ncpu)
FreeBSD Compilation
# Install dependencies
pkg install autotools boost-libs libevent2 openssl zeromq4 protobuf
# Clone and mining
git clone https://github.com/dogecoin/dogecoin.git
cd dogecoin
git checkout v1.14.9
# Build
./autogen.sh
./configure
make -j$(sysctl -n hw.ncpu)
Compilation Notes
- Such Important: Always use the latest stable release (currently v1.14.9)
- Much Memory: Compilation requires at least 4GB RAM
- So Fast: Use
-j$(nproc)for parallel compilation - Wow Debug: Add
--enable-debugfor debug minings
Running a Full Node Such Support!
Running a full node helps support the Dogecoin network and gives you access to all blockchain data. Much decentralization, so wow!
Download & Install
Download Dogecoin Core from the official website or compile from source (see compilation guide above).
Initial Sync
Start Dogecoin Core and let it synchronize with the network. This may take several hours on first run.
# Start with GUI
dogecoin-qt
# Or start headless
dogecoind
Configure Your Node
Customize your node settings for optimal performance and security.
# Basic node configuration
server=1
rpcuser=your_username
rpcpassword=your_secure_password
rpcallowip=127.0.0.1
rpcport=22555
port=22556
# Optional: Enable ZMQ for real-time data
zmqpubrawblock=tcp://127.0.0.1:28332
zmqpubrawtx=tcp://127.0.0.1:28333
# Optional: Reduce bandwidth usage
maxconnections=40
maxuploadtarget=5000
# Optional: Enable pruning to save disk space
prune=550
Verify Your Node
Check that your node is properly connected and synchronized.
# Check if node is running
dogecoin-cli getinfo
# Check network info
dogecoin-cli getnetworkinfo
# Check blockchain info
dogecoin-cli getblockchaininfo
# Check peer connections
dogecoin-cli getpeerinfo
How Your Full Node Helps Others & The Network
Running a full node isn't just about personal benefits - you're contributing to the entire Dogecoin ecosystem! Such community spirit, much network support!
Strengthens Network Decentralization
Your node adds to the global network of peers, making Dogecoin more resilient against attacks and censorship. Every node counts!
Helps New Users Sync Faster
New users can download blockchain data from your node, making their initial sync much faster. You're helping onboard new Shibes!
Validates Transactions for Others
Your node verifies and relays valid transactions, helping ensure the network processes payments correctly and securely.
Provides Redundancy & Backup
If other nodes go offline, yours keeps the network running. You're providing essential backup infrastructure for the community!
Enables Developer Tools
Developers can connect to your node to mining apps, wallets, and services that make Dogecoin more useful for everyone.
Supports Network Growth
More nodes mean better performance, lower latency, and a more robust network that can handle increased usage as Dogecoin grows.
You're Making a Difference!
Every full node operator is a hero in the Dogecoin community. You're not just running software - you're helping secure and grow the network that millions of people rely on. Such contribution, much wow!
RPC & ZMQ Configuration Such Interface!
Enable RPC (Remote Procedure Call) and ZMQ (ZeroMQ) interfaces to interact with your Dogecoin node programmatically. Much API, so powerful!
RPC Configuration
RPC allows you to send commands to your Dogecoin node from external applications.
# Enable RPC server
server=1
# RPC authentication
rpcuser=your_username
rpcpassword=your_secure_password
# RPC binding
rpcbind=127.0.0.1
rpcport=22555
# Allow RPC from localhost only (recommended)
rpcallowip=127.0.0.1
# For development, you can allow specific IPs
# rpcallowip=192.168.1.100
# Enable RPC commands
rpcworkqueue=32
Security Best Practices
- Such Secure: Use strong, unique passwords for RPC
- Much Restrict: Only allow RPC from trusted IP addresses
- So Careful: Never expose RPC to the public internet
- Wow Encrypt: Use HTTPS when possible for remote connections
ZMQ Configuration
ZMQ provides real-time notifications for blocks and transactions. Such streaming, much real-time!
# ZMQ notifications
zmqpubrawblock=tcp://127.0.0.1:28332
zmqpubrawtx=tcp://127.0.0.1:28333
zmqpubhashtx=tcp://127.0.0.1:28334
zmqpubhashblock=tcp://127.0.0.1:28335
# ZMQ sequence numbers (optional)
zmqpubsequence=tcp://127.0.0.1:28336
ZMQ Topics Available
rawblock
Raw block data as received from the network
rawtx
Raw transaction data as received from the network
hashtx
Transaction hash (32 bytes)
hashblock
Block hash (32 bytes)
sequence
Sequence number and raw data
Example Usage
# Get blockchain info
curl -u your_username:your_password \
-X POST \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{"jsonrpc":"1.0","id":"1","method":"getblockchaininfo","params":[]}' \
http://127.0.0.1:22555/
# Get wallet info
curl -u your_username:your_password \
-X POST \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{"jsonrpc":"1.0","id":"1","method":"getwalletinfo","params":[]}' \
http://127.0.0.1:22555/
# Get network info
curl -u your_username:your_password \
-X POST \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{"jsonrpc":"1.0","id":"1","method":"getnetworkinfo","params":[]}' \
http://127.0.0.1:22555/
# Get peer info
curl -u your_username:your_password \
-X POST \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{"jsonrpc":"1.0","id":"1","method":"getpeerinfo","params":[]}' \
http://127.0.0.1:22555/
import requests
import json
class DogecoinRPC:
def __init__(self, rpc_user, rpc_password, rpc_host='127.0.0.1', rpc_port=22555):
self.rpc_url = f"http://{rpc_host}:{rpc_port}/"
self.auth = (rpc_user, rpc_password)
def call(self, method, params=None):
if params is None:
params = []
payload = {
"jsonrpc": "1.0",
"id": "1",
"method": method,
"params": params
}
response = requests.post(
self.rpc_url,
auth=self.auth,
json=payload,
headers={'Content-Type': 'application/json'}
)
return response.json()
# Usage example
rpc = DogecoinRPC('your_username', 'your_password')
# Get blockchain info
blockchain_info = rpc.call('getblockchaininfo')
print(f"Blocks: {blockchain_info['result']['blocks']}")
# Get wallet balance
wallet_info = rpc.call('getwalletinfo')
print(f"Balance: {wallet_info['result']['balance']} DOGE")
class DogecoinRPC {
constructor(rpcUser, rpcPassword, rpcHost = '127.0.0.1', rpcPort = 22555) {
this.rpcUrl = `http://${rpcHost}:${rpcPort}/`;
this.auth = btoa(`${rpcUser}:${rpcPassword}`);
}
async call(method, params = []) {
const payload = {
jsonrpc: "1.0",
id: "1",
method: method,
params: params
};
const response = await fetch(this.rpcUrl, {
method: 'POST',
headers: {
'Content-Type': 'application/json',
'Authorization': `Basic ${this.auth}`
},
body: JSON.stringify(payload)
});
return await response.json();
}
}
// Usage example
const rpc = new DogecoinRPC('your_username', 'your_password');
// Get blockchain info
rpc.call('getblockchaininfo').then(result => {
console.log(`Blocks: ${result.result.blocks}`);
});
// Get wallet balance
rpc.call('getwalletinfo').then(result => {
console.log(`Balance: ${result.result.balance} DOGE`);
});
Transactions & Raw Transactions Such Transfer!
Learn how to send regular transactions and create raw transactions for advanced use cases. Much sending, so transaction!
Regular Transactions
Simple way to send DOGE using the wallet interface or RPC commands.
# Send 10 DOGE to an address
curl -u your_username:your_password \
-X POST \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{
"jsonrpc":"1.0",
"id":"1",
"method":"sendtoaddress",
"params":["D7Y55vD8n2pwcGpcuVrBAeErVHuum6Quwb", 10.0, "Payment for services", "Such payment!"]
}' \
http://127.0.0.1:22555/
Regular Transaction Parameters
address
amount
comment
comment_to
Raw Transactions
Create transactions manually for advanced use cases like multi-sig, custom scripts, or integration with external systems.
Create Raw Transaction
# Create raw transaction
curl -u your_username:your_password \
-X POST \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{
"jsonrpc":"1.0",
"id":"1",
"method":"createrawtransaction",
"params":[
[{"txid":"previous_tx_id", "vout":0}],
{"D7Y55vD8n2pwcGpcuVrBAeErVHuum6Quwb": 9.5}
]
}' \
http://127.0.0.1:22555/
Sign Raw Transaction
# Sign raw transaction
curl -u your_username:your_password \
-X POST \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{
"jsonrpc":"1.0",
"id":"1",
"method":"signrawtransaction",
"params":["raw_transaction_hex"]
}' \
http://127.0.0.1:22555/
Send Raw Transaction
# Send raw transaction
curl -u your_username:your_password \
-X POST \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{
"jsonrpc":"1.0",
"id":"1",
"method":"sendrawtransaction",
"params":["signed_transaction_hex"]
}' \
http://127.0.0.1:22555/
Transaction Tools & Utilities
Decode Raw Transaction
curl -u your_username:your_password \
-X POST \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{
"jsonrpc":"1.0",
"id":"1",
"method":"decoderawtransaction",
"params":["raw_transaction_hex"]
}' \
http://127.0.0.1:22555/
Estimate Transaction Fee
curl -u your_username:your_password \
-X POST \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{
"jsonrpc":"1.0",
"id":"1",
"method":"estimatesmartfee",
"params":[6]
}' \
http://127.0.0.1:22555/
Get Transaction Details
curl -u your_username:your_password \
-X POST \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{
"jsonrpc":"1.0",
"id":"1",
"method":"gettransaction",
"params":["transaction_id"]
}' \
http://127.0.0.1:22555/
OP_CODES & Smart Contracts Such Script!
Dogecoin supports a scripting language with OP_CODES that enable smart contract-like functionality. Much scripting, so programmable!
What are OP_CODES?
OP_CODES are operation codes in Dogecoin's scripting language that define how transactions can be spent. They enable conditional spending, multi-signature wallets, and other advanced features.
Basic OP_CODES
OP_DUP
Duplicates the top stack item
OP_HASH160
Hash160 of the top stack item
OP_EQUALVERIFY
Verifies top two stack items are equal
OP_CHECKSIG
Verifies signature against public key
OP_RETURN
Marks transaction as unspendable (data storage)
Arithmetic OP_CODES
OP_ADD
Adds top two stack items
OP_SUB
Subtracts top two stack items
OP_MUL
Multiplies top two stack items
OP_DIV
Divides top two stack items
OP_MOD
Modulo operation on top two stack items
Multi-Signature OP_CODES
OP_CHECKMULTISIG
Verifies multiple signatures
OP_1 to OP_16
Push numbers 1-16 onto stack
Smart Contract Examples
1. Data Storage (OP_RETURN)
Store data on the blockchain using OP_RETURN. Such data, much permanent!
# Create transaction with OP_RETURN
# This stores "Hello Dogecoin!" as hex: 48656c6c6f20446f6765636f696e21
# Raw transaction output script:
# OP_RETURN 48656c6c6f20446f6765636f696e21
# Using RPC to create:
curl -u your_username:your_password \
-X POST \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{
"jsonrpc":"1.0",
"id":"1",
"method":"createrawtransaction",
"params":[
[{"txid":"input_tx_id", "vout":0}],
{
"D7Y55vD8n2pwcGpcuVrBAeErVHuum6Quwb": 9.9,
"data": "48656c6c6f20446f6765636f696e21"
}
]
}' \
http://127.0.0.1:22555/
2. Multi-Signature Wallet
Create a 2-of-3 multi-signature wallet. Such security, much protection!
# Create multisig address
curl -u your_username:your_password \
-X POST \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{
"jsonrpc":"1.0",
"id":"1",
"method":"createmultisig",
"params":[
2,
[
"public_key_1",
"public_key_2",
"public_key_3"
]
]
}' \
http://127.0.0.1:22555/
# The resulting script will be:
# OP_2 pubkey1 pubkey2 pubkey3 OP_3 OP_CHECKMULTISIG
3. Time-Locked Transaction
Create a transaction that can only be spent after a certain time. Such patience, much timing!
# Create time-locked transaction
# This requires understanding of block height and time locks
# Example: Can only spend after block 4,000,000
# Script: OP_IF OP_4 OP_CHECKLOCKTIMEVERIFY OP_DROP pubkey OP_CHECKSIG OP_ELSE pubkey2 OP_CHECKSIG OP_ENDIF
# This allows spending with either:
# 1. After block 4,000,000 with pubkey signature
# 2. Anytime with pubkey2 signature (emergency)
Learning Resources
Script Debugger
Use the script debugger to test your OP_CODE scripts before using them in real transactions.
curl -u your_username:your_password \
-X POST \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{
"jsonrpc":"1.0",
"id":"1",
"method":"decodescript",
"params":["script_hex"]
}' \
http://127.0.0.1:22555/
Transaction Analysis
Analyze existing transactions to understand how OP_CODES are used in practice.
curl -u your_username:your_password \
-X POST \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{
"jsonrpc":"1.0",
"id":"1",
"method":"getrawtransaction",
"params":["txid", true]
}' \
http://127.0.0.1:22555/
Mainnet & Testnet Connection Such Network!
Learn how to connect to Dogecoin's mainnet (production network) or testnet (testing network). Such networks, much choice!
Mainnet (Production Network)
The main Dogecoin network where real DOGE transactions occur. Such real, much value!
Network ID
mainnet
P2P Port
22556
RPC Port
22555
Currency
Real DOGE
# Start Dogecoin Core on mainnet (default)
dogecoin-qt
# Or start headless
dogecoind
# Configuration for mainnet
server=1
rpcuser=your_username
rpcpassword=your_password
rpcport=22555
port=22556
rpcallowip=127.0.0.1
Testnet (Testing Network)
Test network for development and testing without using real DOGE. Such testing, much safe!
Network ID
testnet
P2P Port
44556
RPC Port
44555
Currency
Test DOGE
# Start Dogecoin Core on testnet
dogecoin-qt -testnet
# Or start headless
dogecoind -testnet
# Configuration for testnet
testnet=1
server=1
rpcuser=your_username
rpcpassword=your_password
rpcport=44555
port=44556
rpcallowip=127.0.0.1
Regtest (Local Testing)
Local regression testing network for development. Such local, much control!
Network ID
regtest
P2P Port
18444
RPC Port
18332
Mining
Instant
# Start Dogecoin Core on regtest
dogecoin-qt -regtest
# Or start headless
dogecoind -regtest
# Configuration for regtest
regtest=1
server=1
rpcuser=your_username
rpcpassword=your_password
rpcport=18332
port=18444
rpcallowip=127.0.0.1
# Enable mining for testing
gen=1
genproclimit=1
Switching Between Networks
Learn how to switch between different networks and manage multiple configurations.
Command Line Switching
# Switch to mainnet
dogecoin-qt
# Switch to testnet
dogecoin-qt -testnet
# Switch to regtest
dogecoin-qt -regtest
# Check current network
dogecoin-cli getnetworkinfo
Configuration File Switching
# Mainnet configuration (dogecoin.conf)
server=1
rpcuser=mainnet_user
rpcpassword=mainnet_pass
rpcport=22555
port=22556
# Testnet configuration (dogecoin-testnet.conf)
testnet=1
server=1
rpcuser=testnet_user
rpcpassword=testnet_pass
rpcport=44555
port=44556
# Use specific config file
dogecoin-qt -conf=dogecoin-testnet.conf
Network Troubleshooting
Diagnose and fix common network connectivity issues with your Dogecoin node. Such troubleshooting, much solutions!
Connection Problems
High PriorityCan't Connect to Peers
CommonProblem Symptoms:
- Node shows 0 connections
- "No block source available" message
- Stuck at "Connecting to peers"
Solutions:
Check Firewall Settings
Ensure port 22556 (mainnet) or 44556 (testnet) is open
# Windows Firewall
netsh advfirewall firewall add rule name="Dogecoin" dir=in action=allow protocol=TCP localport=22556
# Linux UFW
sudo ufw allow 22556/tcp
Verify Network Configuration
Check your dogecoin.conf file for correct settings
# Add to dogecoin.conf
maxconnections=125
addnode=seed.dogecoin.com
addnode=seed.multidoge.org
Test DNS Resolution
Try different DNS servers if connection fails
# Test DNS
nslookup seed.dogecoin.com
# Try Google DNS: 8.8.8.8, 8.8.4.4
Slow Blockchain Sync
PerformanceProblem Symptoms:
- Sync progress very slow or stuck
- High CPU usage during sync
- Node falls behind network
Solutions:
Optimize Configuration
Increase connection limits and enable parallel processing
# Add to dogecoin.conf
maxconnections=125
dbcache=1024
par=4
Use SSD Storage
Move blockchain data to SSD for faster I/O
# Move data directory to SSD
# Stop dogecoin, move ~/.dogecoin to SSD location
# Update datadir in dogecoin.conf
Bootstrap Sync
Download blockchain snapshot for faster initial sync
# Download bootstrap.dat from trusted source
# Place in data directory before first run
Storage & Performance
Medium PriorityInsufficient Disk Space
StorageProblem Symptoms:
- "No space left on device" error
- Node stops syncing
- Database corruption warnings
Solutions:
Enable Pruning
Reduce storage requirements by pruning old blocks
# Add to dogecoin.conf
prune=550
# This keeps only last 550MB of blocks
Move to Larger Drive
Transfer blockchain data to drive with more space
# Stop dogecoin
# Move ~/.dogecoin to new location
# Update datadir in dogecoin.conf
RPC & API Issues
Low PriorityRPC Connection Failed
APIProblem Symptoms:
- "Connection refused" to RPC port
- Authentication failed errors
- RPC commands not working
Solutions:
Check RPC Configuration
Verify RPC settings in dogecoin.conf
# Add to dogecoin.conf
server=1
rpcuser=your_username
rpcpassword=your_secure_password
rpcport=22555
rpcallowip=127.0.0.1
Test RPC Connection
Verify RPC is working with basic commands
# Test RPC
dogecoin-cli getblockchaininfo
curl -u user:pass -d '{"method":"getblockchaininfo"}' http://127.0.0.1:22555/
Diagnostic Tools
Network Diagnostics
Check your node's network status and connectivity
# Get network info
dogecoin-cli getnetworkinfo
dogecoin-cli getpeerinfo
dogecoin-cli getconnectioncount
Performance Monitor
Monitor node performance and resource usage
# Check blockchain info
dogecoin-cli getblockchaininfo
dogecoin-cli getmempoolinfo
dogecoin-cli getmininginfo
Debug Mode
Enable debug logging for detailed troubleshooting
# Enable debug logging
dogecoin-cli logging '["net","rpc"]'
# Check debug.log for detailed information
Network Monitoring
Monitor your node's connection and performance.
Connection Status
# Get network information
dogecoin-cli getnetworkinfo
# Get peer information
dogecoin-cli getpeerinfo
# Get connection count
dogecoin-cli getconnectioncount
# Get network totals
dogecoin-cli getnettotals
Blockchain Status
# Get blockchain info
dogecoin-cli getblockchaininfo
# Get sync status
dogecoin-cli getblockcount
dogecoin-cli getbestblockhash
# Get mempool info
dogecoin-cli getmempoolinfo
# Get mining info
dogecoin-cli getmininginfo
Mining & Merged Mining Such Hash!
Learn about Dogecoin mining, how it works, and the unique merged mining system that makes Dogecoin special. Much mining, so secure!
How Dogecoin Mining Works
Dogecoin uses the Scrypt hashing algorithm for Proof of Work. Miners compete to solve cryptographic puzzles and earn block rewards.
Algorithm
Scrypt - Memory-hard hashing function that requires significant RAM
Block Time
1 minute - New blocks are created every minute
Block Reward
10,000 DOGE - Fixed reward per block (no halving)
Difficulty
Dynamic - Adjusts every block to maintain 1-minute intervals
Merged Mining with Litecoin
Dogecoin's revolutionary feature! The historical partnership with Litecoin that made Dogecoin more secure and efficient. Such innovation, much history!
The History of Dogecoin-Litecoin Merged Mining
Dogecoin Launch
Dogecoin launched as a fun, community-driven cryptocurrency based on Litecoin's codebase.
Merged Mining Implementation
Dogecoin implemented Auxiliary Proof of Work (AuxPoW) to enable merged mining with Litecoin, dramatically increasing network security.
Secure & Efficient
Today, Dogecoin's massive network actually provides significant security to Litecoin through merged mining, while maintaining its own unique characteristics and community.
How Dogecoin-Litecoin Merged Mining Works
1. Litecoin Mining
Litecoin miners solve Scrypt-based proof-of-work puzzles to secure the Litecoin network.
2. AuxPoW Integration
The same work that secures Litecoin can also secure Dogecoin through Auxiliary Proof of Work.
3. Dual Security
Dogecoin inherits Litecoin's massive hashrate, making it extremely secure against 51% attacks.
4. Dual Rewards
Miners earn both LTC and DOGE rewards for the same computational work.
Benefits of Dogecoin-Litecoin Merged Mining
Enhanced Security
Dogecoin's massive network provides security to both networks through merged mining, making it one of the most secure cryptocurrencies.
Energy Efficiency
No additional energy consumption needed - the same work secures both networks.
Economic Incentive
Miners earn rewards from both networks, making mining more profitable.
Network Stability
Reduces the risk of network instability and potential attacks on Dogecoin.
Mining Setup
Set up your mining operation to start earning DOGE. Such setup, much configuration!
1. Choose Mining Software
CCMiner
Popular for NVIDIA GPUs
ccminer -a scrypt -o stratum+tcp://stratum.dogecoin.com:3333 -u username.worker -p password
BFGMiner
Good for ASICs and FPGAs
bfgminer -o stratum+tcp://stratum.dogecoin.com:3333 -u username.worker -p password -S auto
2. Choose Mining Strategy
You can mine solo or join a pool. Each approach has different benefits and considerations.
Solo Mining
RecommendedWhy Solo Mining?
- Decentralizes the network
- Keep 100% of block rewards
- Supports network health
- Prevents hashrate centralization
Important: Solo mining helps prevent hashrate centralization, which is crucial for network security and decentralization.
Pool Mining
Pool Mining Considerations:
- More frequent payouts
- Smaller individual rewards
- Contributes to centralization
- Pool fees apply
Centralization Risk: Large mining pools can lead to hashrate centralization, making the network vulnerable to attacks.
Popular Dogecoin Pools (If You Choose Pool Mining)
Litecoinpool.org
Merged MiningF2Pool
Multi-coinAntpool
BitmainViaBTC
Global3. Configure Your Wallet
Set up your Dogecoin Core wallet to receive mining rewards.
# In dogecoin.conf
# Enable mining (optional - not recommended for solo mining)
# gen=1
# genproclimit=1
# Set your mining address
# miningaddress=D7Y55vD8n2pwcGpcuVrBAeErVHuum6Quwb
# For merged mining, you'll need additional configuration
# depending on your mining software
Mining Economics
Understand the economics of Dogecoin mining and profitability factors.
Revenue Factors
DOGE
- Block rewards (10,000 DOGE)
- Transaction fees
- Merged mining rewards
Cost Factors
- Electricity costs
- Hardware costs
- Cooling requirements
- Internet bandwidth
Profitability Tools
- Mining calculators
- Pool statistics
- Difficulty tracking
- Price monitoring
Dogecoin vs Bitcoin & Litecoin Such Comparison!
Understanding how Dogecoin compares to Bitcoin and Litecoin in terms of technical specifications and advantages as a currency. Much technical, so informative!
Bitcoin (BTC)
Litecoin (LTC)
Dogecoin (DOGE)
Ideal for currency due to lost wallets, population & economic growth
Dogecoin's Unique Advantages
Fastest Transactions
1-minute block time makes Dogecoin the fastest among major cryptocurrencies, perfect for daily transactions and tipping.
Lowest Fees
Transaction fees are typically under $0.01, making micro-transactions and small payments economically viable.
Enhanced Security
Merged mining with Litecoin provides security comparable to Bitcoin while maintaining efficiency.
Community Driven
Strong, welcoming community that promotes fun, charity, and accessibility in cryptocurrency.
Inflationary Model
Fixed 10,000 DOGE per block creates predictable, low inflation that encourages spending over hoarding.
Real Currency Use
Designed to be spent, not stored, making it ideal for everyday purchases and micro-transactions.
Why Dogecoin is Better as a Currency
Psychological Spending
Unlike Bitcoin's "digital gold" narrative that encourages hoarding, Dogecoin's fun nature and low value per coin encourages spending and circulation.
Micro-Transaction Friendly
Low fees and fast confirmation make Dogecoin perfect for small purchases, tips, and micro-payments that would be uneconomical with Bitcoin.
Accessible Entry Point
Easy for kids and adults to understand and use because of the friendly community.
Stable Inflation
Predictable, low inflation rate (about 3.8% annually) encourages spending while maintaining long-term value stability.
Dogecoin Core Console Commands Such Commands!
Complete reference for all Dogecoin Core console commands and their RPC equivalents. Such documentation, much helpful! Every command can be used both in the console and via RPC calls.
Blockchain Information Commands
Commands for getting blockchain data, block information, and network statistics.
getblockchaininfo
InfoReturns information about the blockchain including current block height, difficulty, and chain state.
dogecoin-cli getblockchaininfo
curl -u user:pass -d '{"method":"getblockchaininfo"}' http://127.0.0.1:22555/
getblockcount
InfoReturns the number of blocks in the longest blockchain.
dogecoin-cli getblockcount
curl -u user:pass -d '{"method":"getblockcount"}' http://127.0.0.1:22555/
getblock
InfoReturns block information for a given block hash or height.
dogecoin-cli getblock "blockhash"
curl -u user:pass -d '{"method":"getblock","params":["blockhash"]}' http://127.0.0.1:22555/
getbestblockhash
InfoReturns the hash of the best (tip) block in the longest blockchain.
dogecoin-cli getbestblockhash
curl -u user:pass -d '{"method":"getbestblockhash"}' http://127.0.0.1:22555/
Wallet Commands
Commands for managing wallets, addresses, and balances.
getbalance
WalletReturns the total available balance of the wallet.
dogecoin-cli getbalance
curl -u user:pass -d '{"method":"getbalance"}' http://127.0.0.1:22555/
getnewaddress
WalletGenerates a new Dogecoin address for receiving payments.
dogecoin-cli getnewaddress
curl -u user:pass -d '{"method":"getnewaddress"}' http://127.0.0.1:22555/
sendtoaddress
WalletSends DOGE to a specified address.
dogecoin-cli sendtoaddress "address" 10.5
curl -u user:pass -d '{"method":"sendtoaddress","params":["address",10.5]}' http://127.0.0.1:22555/
listtransactions
WalletReturns the most recent transactions for the wallet.
dogecoin-cli listtransactions
curl -u user:pass -d '{"method":"listtransactions"}' http://127.0.0.1:22555/
Network Commands
Commands for network information, peer management, and connectivity.
getnetworkinfo
NetworkReturns information about the node's network state and configuration.
dogecoin-cli getnetworkinfo
curl -u user:pass -d '{"method":"getnetworkinfo"}' http://127.0.0.1:22555/
getpeerinfo
NetworkReturns data about each connected peer.
dogecoin-cli getpeerinfo
curl -u user:pass -d '{"method":"getpeerinfo"}' http://127.0.0.1:22555/
getconnectioncount
NetworkReturns the number of connections to other nodes.
dogecoin-cli getconnectioncount
curl -u user:pass -d '{"method":"getconnectioncount"}' http://127.0.0.1:22555/
addnode
NetworkAdds or removes a node from the addnode list.
dogecoin-cli addnode "node:port" "add"
curl -u user:pass -d '{"method":"addnode","params":["node:port","add"]}' http://127.0.0.1:22555/
Mining Commands
Commands for mining operations and block generation.
getmininginfo
MiningReturns mining-related information including hashrate and difficulty.
dogecoin-cli getmininginfo
curl -u user:pass -d '{"method":"getmininginfo"}' http://127.0.0.1:22555/
generate
MiningMines blocks immediately (regtest only).
dogecoin-cli generate 1
curl -u user:pass -d '{"method":"generate","params":[1]}' http://127.0.0.1:22555/
getblocktemplate
MiningReturns data needed to construct a block to work on.
dogecoin-cli getblocktemplate
curl -u user:pass -d '{"method":"getblocktemplate"}' http://127.0.0.1:22555/
Utility Commands
General utility commands for node management and debugging.
help
UtilityLists all available RPC commands or shows help for a specific command.
dogecoin-cli help
curl -u user:pass -d '{"method":"help"}' http://127.0.0.1:22555/
stop
UtilityStops the Dogecoin Core daemon.
dogecoin-cli stop
curl -u user:pass -d '{"method":"stop"}' http://127.0.0.1:22555/
uptime
UtilityReturns the total uptime of the server.
dogecoin-cli uptime
curl -u user:pass -d '{"method":"uptime"}' http://127.0.0.1:22555/
getmemoryinfo
UtilityReturns information about memory usage.
dogecoin-cli getmemoryinfo
curl -u user:pass -d '{"method":"getmemoryinfo"}' http://127.0.0.1:22555/
Dogecoin Foundation Projects Such Integration!
The Dogecoin Foundation develops essential tools and projects that integrate seamlessly with Dogecoin Core. Such innovation, much ecosystem! Each project serves a unique purpose in the Dogecoin ecosystem.
Some Foundation Projects
A list of some official Dogecoin Foundation projects with GitHub links and documentation.
GigaWallet
ActiveLightweight wallet service API for developers. Provides wallet functionality without requiring a full Dogecoin node.
RadioDoge
ActiveMesh networking solution for Dogecoin transactions. Enables connectivity in areas with limited internet access.
Dogebox OS
ActiveSpecialized operating system for running Dogecoin Core efficiently on dedicated hardware. Plug-and-play solution.
Libdogecoin
ActiveLow-level C library for building compliant Dogecoin nodes and wallets. Provides essential cryptographic functions and transaction handling.
🔗 Integration Examples
Here are practical examples of how to integrate these Foundation projects with your Dogecoin Core setup:
E-commerce Integration
Use GigaWallet + Dogecoin Core for online payments
# 1. Customer initiates payment
POST /api/v1/wallets/{wallet_id}/addresses
{
"label": "Payment for Order #12345"
}
# 2. GigaWallet creates address and monitors via Dogecoin Core
# 3. Customer sends DOGE to the address
# 4. GigaWallet detects payment via Dogecoin Core RPC
# 5. Payment is confirmed and order is processed
# GigaWallet uses Dogecoin Core for:
# - Address generation
# - Transaction monitoring
# - Balance verification
# - Confirmation counting
Remote Area Deployment
Use RadioDoge + Dogecoin Core for offline transactions
# 1. Deploy Dogecoin Core on central node with internet
# 2. Deploy RadioDoge on mesh network nodes
# 3. RadioDoge forwards transactions to Dogecoin Core
# 4. Users can send DOGE over mesh network
# 5. Transactions are eventually broadcast to main network
# RadioDoge uses Dogecoin Core for:
# - Transaction validation
# - Network synchronization
# - Block verification
# - Peer management
Home Node Setup
Use Dogebox OS for easy home node deployment
# 1. Flash Dogebox OS to SD card
# 2. Insert into Raspberry Pi or similar device
# 3. Connect to network and power on
# 4. Access web dashboard at http://dogebox.local
# 5. Configure RPC access for your applications
# Dogebox OS provides:
# - Pre-configured Dogecoin Core
# - Web-based management interface
# - Automatic updates
# - Resource monitoring
# - Easy RPC configuration
Help Translate Such Global!
Help make Dogecoin Core documentation accessible to everyone around the world! Such community, much global!
How to Contribute Translations
Fork the Repository
Fork the dogecoin-core-docs repository to your GitHub account.
Create Language Directory
Create a new directory for your language (e.g., es/ for Spanish, fr/ for French).
Translate Content
Translate the HTML files while keeping the structure and Dogecoin memes intact!
Submit Pull Request
Submit a pull request with your translations for review and inclusion.
Translation Guidelines
- Such Memes: Keep Dogecoin memes like "Such", "Much", "Wow", "So" in English
- Much Technical: Translate technical terms appropriately for your language
- So Structure: Maintain the HTML structure and CSS classes
- Wow Fun: Keep the playful and educational tone