Full Node

Blockchain InfrastructureUpdated: October 15, 2025
Also known as: Full Node, Complete Node
A node that stores the entire history of a blockchain

A node that stores the entire history of a blockchain.

Full nodes maintain a complete copy of the blockchain ledger and independently verify all transactions and blocks. They're essential for network security and decentralization but require significant storage and bandwidth.

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