Configuring Bitcoin Core Wallet for Use on Tor

When switching from a traditional desktop wallet to one that uses the Tor network, it is important to ensure that your wallet remains secure and compatible with the Tor protocol. This article will guide you through configuring Bitcoin Core v0.1.2 (64-bit) for use on Tor.

Prerequisites:

• Make sure you have Bitcoin Core installed on your Windows system.

• You already have a Bitcoin Core wallet set up and running on your desktop device.

• Familiarize yourself with the Tor protocol and its configuration requirements.

Step 1: Configure Bitcoin Core Wallet for Tor

To enable Bitcoin Core to use the Tor network, you will need to create a new wallet or update an existing one. Follow these steps:

• Create a new wallet: If you haven’t created a new wallet yet, launch the Bitcoin Core client and select “Wallets” > “New Wallet”. Choose the format: “Electrum Wallet (Unsealed)”.

• Edit the wallet file: After creating the new wallet, edit the Electrum folder in the Electrum_wallet directory to enable Tor support:

• Open the electromechanical.conf file with a text editor and add the following lines to the end of the file: net.use.tor = true

• Save the changes.

• Update your existing wallet: If you already have a wallet configured to use Tor, update it to use Tor by adding the following line to the electromechanical.conf file: net.use.tor = true

Step 2: Configure your electric wallet

To connect your Bitcoin Core wallet to the Tor network:

• Launch Electrum

  

  : Launch the Electrum wallet client from the command line or terminal.

• Connect to a Tor node: Use the following URL as the Tor node address:

• wss://tornode.net:443

• Use your Bitcoin Core wallet: Log in with your existing password and configure other settings as needed.

Step 3: Test Your Configuration

After completing these steps, test your configuration by sending money to a predetermined address using the Electrum client or an online transfer service.

Tips and Variations

• If you encounter any issues or errors during the process, please refer to the Bitcoin Core documentation or ask the Tor community for help.

• Consider creating separate wallets for different use cases, such as Tor-only transactions and other transactions.

• Keep in mind that using Tor can increase the security of your wallet by encrypting incoming and outgoing transactions.

With these steps, you have successfully configured your Bitcoin Core wallet to use the Tor network. Remember to test and monitor your configuration regularly to ensure optimal performance and security.