You don’t have to look very far to find an app or platform that offers the chance to earn a side income. The problem is that the vast majority of them require you to sell something you own.

But what if you could earn a side-income by monetizing something that you’re already paying for? That’s just what’s on offer from MystNodes, a platform that allows users to make money from their internet connection. With little more than a device and that connection, users can start earning cryptocurrency that can be withdrawn at any time.

That all sounds too good to be true, so what’s the real story? We’ve taken a closer look at the MystNodes platform below, where you’ll find all the key information you need to make a decision whether it’s the right option for you, including what it is, how to get started, and those all-important pros and cons.

Introducing MystNodes

MystNodes allows users to run nodes from their device. In exchange for providing the network with their unused internet bandwidth, users receive MYST, a cryptocurrency that can be transferred into cash or other crypto coins during withdrawal. The more power you contribute, the more you earn.

It’s making waves because it’s genuinely passive. Once you’ve set the system up, you’ll transfer bandwidth automatically, with no intervention required on your behalf. It’s also backed by a big name. It’s part of the Mysterium Network ecosystem, with MystNodes users contributing to the underlying infrastructure that makes Mysterium VPN possible. Yet, whereas VPN users pay for the service, with MystNodes, the users are the ones who are paid.

MystNodes continues to grow. It’s already paid out more than $568,000 in network earnings, and has some 31,547 participating IPs across 135 countries in the network. Given how easy it is to get started, we can see those numbers growing significantly, too.

How To Get Started With MystNodes

The idea of receiving money for your unused internet connection sounds complex, yet while the underlying process might be complicated, getting started couldn’t be easier. 

What’s great about MystNodes is that you don’t need to be a tech wizard to begin earning MYST. Anyone with a device and an internet connection can get started. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how it works.

Step One: Register

Head over to the MystNodes website, register, and download the free MystNodes app, which is available for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, Raspberry Pi, or as a Chrome extension.

Step Two: Install It On Your Device

Once downloaded, install the MystNodes app on your device. You can link it to your smartphone, router, Raspberry Pi, or desktop computer, among others. Once it’s linked, it’ll automatically begin sharing unused internet bandwidth, ensuring that you can start earning money straight away. 

Step Three: Watch Your Earnings Grow

Once MystNodes is running, you can simply forget about it and slowly watch your earnings grow. You can withdraw whenever you like, too — unlike other platforms that have a high withdrawal minimum, MystNodes allows its users to withdraw their earnings and transfer them into cash or crypto whenever they want. 

MystNodes: The Pros and Cons

MystNodes has a lot going for it, but like all platforms, it’s not perfect. We’ve put together a list of some of the primary pros and cons of the platform, so that you can choose whether it’s the right option for you.

Pros

It’s Open To Everyone

Think you need technical expertise to begin making money with MystNodes? Think again. While the underlying processes might be complex, getting started is straightforward. You don’t need any expertise to download and install the platform on your device. While some technical knowledge might be useful if you plan to install it on a router or Raspberry Pi, running it on a computer or smartphone couldn’t be easier.

It Has Multi-Device Support

You can run MystNodes on pretty much any device, which means you won’t need to buy any new kit to get started. What you already have at home will work. You can run MystNodes on a standalone device (say, a laptop you’re not using), run it alongside the device you use each day, or on a router or Raspberry Pi. 

Users Have Control Over How Their Power Is Used

That MystNodes allows its users to choose how its power is used is a big plus. Most platforms don’t give any choice whatsoever. With MystNodes, users can select whether their bandwidth is used for VPN, data stream, public, or scraping purposes.

You Can Withdraw Anytime

Many platforms have high withdrawal minimums. MystNodes allows users to withdraw whenever they want. With flexible withdrawals, MystNodes users can transfer their MYST into cash or crypto at a time that is convenient for them. 

There’s an Active Community 

MystNodes has received plenty of five-star reviews thanks to its ease of setup and its lack of impact on internet speed. However, should you run into any issues, you’ll find that there’s a big community to turn to. MystNodes has 40,000+ Twitter/X followers, 10,000+ Discord members, and 6,000 Telegram users. 

Cons

Earnings Depend On Uptime

If MystNodes isn’t running, you’re not earning. Most users find that it’s best to simply set it and forget it, and then periodically check in with your account balance. 

May Impact Battery Performance

This isn’t a factor if you’re running MystNodes on a device that’s permanently plugged in (like a desktop computer or router), but can be a factor if running on an unplugged, charged device such as a smartphone. If using your smartphone, it’s best to keep it plugged in.

The Bottom Line On MystNodes

So, what are our final thoughts about MystNodes? We have to say, we’re impressed. It’s rare to come across a passive-earning income method that’s genuinely low-effort. We’re also big fans of how easy it is to get started, and liked that we could choose what our bandwidth is used for. The fact that, unlike other platforms, you can withdraw earnings at any time was also a big plus point.