Run a KREX Node
Kasparex is a community-powered layer that keeps the dApp Marketplace online, fast, and censorship-resistant.
Kasparex works even if nobody runs a node
Core HTML and APIs are always served by Kasparex. KREX Nodes are optional helpers that reduce hosting costs, increase decentralization, and earn rewards for their operators.
What is a KREX Node?
A KREX Node is a lightweight helper node that you run on your own computer or server. It is not a Kaspa BlockDAG node and does not require heavy hardware.
Pin & Mirror
Downloads dApp metadata from Kasparex and pins files via IPFS / Storacha
Censorship-Resistant
Keeps dApps available even if central servers are down, strengthening the ecosystem
Lightweight
Uses minimal resources (128-256 MB RAM, low CPU) - runs on any machine or Raspberry Pi
Earn Rewards
Earn GRID rewards and benefit from KREX multipliers
Node Types
Light Node
- •Pins IPFS / Storacha CIDs
- •Caches dApp metadata locally
- •Periodically syncs with Kasparex API
- •Ideal for regular community members
Reward: 4x multiplier, 0.1% fee reduction
Mirror Node
Recommended- •Everything Light Node does, plus:
- •Exposes a small HTTP API (read-only)
- •Can be used as fallback data source
- •Ideal for power users and partners
Reward: 5x multiplier, 0.2% fee reduction
Light Node & Mirror Node
Light Node
Pins IPFS/Storacha CIDs, caches dApp metadata locally, and periodically syncs with the Kasparex API. Ideal for regular community members.
- •Pins CIDs
- •Caches metadata
- •Syncs with API
- •Low resource use
Mirror Node
RecommendedEverything Light Node does, plus exposes a read-only HTTP API that can serve as a fallback data source. Ideal for power users and partners.
- •All Light features
- •Read-only HTTP API
- •Fallback data source
- •Request serving
How to Run a KREX Node
Install Node.js
Download Node.js (LTS version) from the official site and install it on your machine.
Download Node.js →Download KREX Node
Clone or download the Kasparex KREX Node repository.
Install Dependencies
Open a terminal in the node folder and run:
Start the Node
Run the node:
The node will sync base data from Kasparex, start pinning configured CIDs, and report its status in the terminal.
Run as Background Service (Optional)
Advanced users can use tools like pm2 to keep the node running persistently:
pm2 start src/index.js --name krex-node
pm2 save
How Rewards Work
The reward engine works in epochs (for example, once per day). During each epoch, your node sends small status pings to Kasparex API.
GRID Rewards (Global)
- •Base reward per epoch based on uptime
- •Multiplied by pinned files count
- •Multiplied by requests served (Mirror Nodes)
- •Multiplied by KREX holdings tier
XP & Perks
- •Earn XP Points for node activity
- •Unlock perks and badges
- •Multiplied by KREX tier
KREX Multiplier Tiers
Is it Safe?
A KREX Node:
- ✓Does not access your wallets or private keys
- ✓Does not require your Kasparex account password
- ✓Only handles public dApp metadata and static files
- ✓You always control when to start or stop your node
Who is this for?
KREX Holders
Support the ecosystem and earn boosted rewards with KREX multipliers
Technical Users
Enjoy running nodes and contributing to decentralized infrastructure
Partners & Builders
Ensure extra resilience for your dApps and help the entire marketplace
Ready to Get Started?
Join Kasparex and help build a decentralized, censorship-resistant dApp marketplace.