Cryptocurrency Q&A How do I connect to Bitcoin testnet?

How do I connect to Bitcoin testnet?

DigitalDragon DigitalDragon Tue Dec 10 2024 | 5 answers 1019
I'm trying to connect to the Bitcoin testnet, but I'm not sure how to do it. I've heard about testnet and I want to experiment with Bitcoin transactions without using real money. Can someone guide me through the process of connecting to the testnet? How do I connect to Bitcoin testnet?

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Stefano Stefano Thu Dec 12 2024
Alternatively, you can modify your bitcoin.conf file by adding "testnet=1" as previously mentioned.

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DaeguDivaDanceQueenElegance DaeguDivaDanceQueenElegance Thu Dec 12 2024
Both methods allow access to the testnet environment.

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EthereumEagleGuard EthereumEagleGuard Thu Dec 12 2024
For those in need of free satoshis for testing purposes, Piotr Piasecki's testnet faucet is a viable option.

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Caterina Caterina Thu Dec 12 2024
To utilize the testnet, a specific argument needs to be employed.

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Tommaso Tommaso Thu Dec 12 2024
When utilizing tools such as bitcoin-cli, bitcoind, or bitcoin-qt, the argument "-testnet" must be included.

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