Securing the Network

Ergo is secured by Proof-of-Work. If you want to help secure the network or mine ERG, start with the Mining section. This page gives you an overview and direct links.

• Start here: Mining Overview
• Join a Pool: Join a Pool
• Software: Mining Software
• Hardware Setup: Rig Setup
• Operating Systems: Mining OS Options
• Overclocking & Tuning: Overclocking Guide
• Pool List: Pools

• Solo Mining:

  • Solo Overview
  • Solo Node Configuration
  • Solo Mining FAQ
  • Rewards & Economics:
  • Emission Schedule
  • ASIC Resistance
  • Revenue Estimation
  • Governance & Rights:
  • Mining Governance
  • Miners' Rights

Choose Your Path

• Try CPU mining on Testnet: CPU Mining (Testnet)
• Pool mining (recommended): Join a Pool
• Solo mining: Solo Overview • Solo Node Configuration
• Raspberry Pi: RPi Node Setup
• Android: Android Node

FAQ

• How much VRAM do I need to mine?
  Most modern Autolykos miners require at least 6 GB VRAM per GPU. See mining software and vendor notes.

• Can I mine with my CPU?
  Yes on Testnet for experimentation: CPU Mining. Mainnet GPU mining is recommended.

• Should I mine solo or join a pool?
  Pools provide more consistent payouts. Solo mining is viable only with significant hashrate.

Related:

• Learn the algorithm: Autolykos
• Run a node (for mining or validation): Node Install Guides