Using the Console¶
app.bitgold.network is the operating surface for BTG holders. It puts four tasks in one place: see your position, bring assets over from Openverse, stake BTG, and — when the module ships — mint VRC-10 tokens. It is not a developer console and it does not hold your funds; every transaction is signed in your own wallet.
The Console is in beta
Features, labels, and limits can change while the Console is in beta. Balances and APY are read live from the selected network, but treat any new flow as something to test with a small amount first. The Console never asks for your recovery phrase or private key.
Before you start¶
- A wallet that can connect to EVM networks. See Using a Wallet if you have not added Bitgold yet.
- A small amount of BTG for gas. Reading data is free; delegating, claiming, or migrating is a transaction.
- The network you intend to use. The header selector switches between Bitgold Mainnet, Bitgold Testnet, and a BSC testnet fallback used for staking data.
- A free signature to sign in. Signing the Console's message proves the wallet is yours; it does not move funds or cost gas.
Which module do I need?¶
| I want to… | Open | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| See my balance and the network's staking stats | Dashboard | Read-only until you connect a wallet. |
| Bring Openverse coin and USD to Bitgold | Migrate | Requires an Openverse wallet and a Bitgold receiving address. |
| Earn staking rewards on BTG | Staking | Delegation is a transaction; rewards accrue per validator. |
| Issue or mint a VRC-10 token | Mint VRC10 | Not available yet. |
| Add the network to my wallet | Add Bitgold Network (MetaMask) | Also available from the Dashboard network card. |
Mainnet or testnet?¶
The Console opens on Bitgold Mainnet by default. Testnet is useful for trying a flow without risking real value, but some data sources are incomplete there — for example, testnet may not have registered validators. Check the network badge in the header before you sign anything.
Next step¶
Open the Dashboard to see what the Console reads, then follow the module you need.