🌐 MCT relay participation for dependable network growth

Become a Relay Node

Help support the MumbleChat network through MCT relay participation. Stake by tier, stay active, and earn rewards by contributing dependable service to the ecosystem.

📊 Live Network Stats

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Active Relay Nodes
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Messages Relayed Today
-- MCT
Transaction Fee Pool
100 MCT
Daily Relay Pool

💰 Transaction Fee Pool

A portion of MCT activity supports the fee pool, creating an additional reward stream for active relay operators.

Current Balance: -- MCT
Source: 0.1% transfer fee
Distribution: Tier-weighted (1x-3x)

⚡ Daily Relay Reward Pool

Up to 100 MCT is distributed daily through the public relay reward program for eligible operators.

Today's Pool: 100 MCT
Today's Relays: --
Contributors: -- nodes

How Relay Nodes Work

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Register Identity

First register as a normal user with your public key.

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Stake 100 MCT

Stake MCT tokens to become a relay node.

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Provide Service

Store messages and maintain uptime.

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Earn Rewards

Claim eligible MCT rewards after verified assigned work is recorded.

Tier System

Choose the participation level that matches your availability and network goals.

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Bronze

4+ hours/day uptime
1 GB storage
  • Stake: 100 MCT
  • Starter reward tier
  • Entry participation level
  • Entry tier
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Silver

8+ hours/day uptime
2 GB storage
  • Stake: 200 MCT
  • Expanded reward tier
  • Stronger participation level
  • Part-time node
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Gold

12+ hours/day uptime
4 GB storage
  • Stake: 300 MCT
  • Enhanced reward tier
  • Higher participation level
  • Active node
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Platinum

16+ hours/day uptime
8+ GB storage
  • Stake: 400 MCT
  • Top reward tier
  • Highest participation level
  • Dedicated node

📊 How Daily Rewards Work

1. Daily Pool

100 MCT maximum is distributed each day at midnight UTC.

2. Weighted Relays

Your relays × tier multiplier = your weighted share.

3. Fair Distribution

Your share = (your weighted / total weighted) × 100 MCT.

Consistent Service Unlocks Stronger Rewards

The relay program is designed to reward dependable operators. The more consistently you stay available within your chosen tier, the stronger your reward position becomes.

Choose your pace

Start with a tier that matches your time, device, and commitment level.

Stay dependable

Reliable uptime helps you capture the strongest reward opportunity for your tier.

Grow over time

As your operating confidence grows, you can move into higher tiers and broader participation.

💰 Earning Potential

Relay nodes earn from two sources: minting rewards + fee pool distribution.

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Minting Rewards

Earn newly minted MCT for relaying messages.

Rate 0.001 MCT per 1,000 messages
Daily Cap 100 MCT total (shared by all nodes)
Halving Every 100,000 MCT minted
Tier Bonus ❌ No (always 1x)

Example: Relay 10 million messages = 10 MCT earned

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Fee Pool Rewards

Share of 0.1% transfer fees based on tier.

Source 0.1% of all MCT transfers
Distribution Tier-weighted among active nodes
Daily Cap ❌ No cap
Tier Bonus ✅ Yes (1x - 3x)

Example: 1M MCT transferred = 1,000 MCT in pool

📋 Requirements

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MCT Stake (Tier-Based)

Stake MCT tokens based on your chosen tier: 100 (Bronze), 200 (Silver), 300 (Gold), or 400 (Platinum). Stake is returned when you deactivate.

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Registered Identity

Must register your identity on-chain first before becoming a relay node.

RAMA for Gas

Need RAMA tokens to pay transaction fees on Ramestta blockchain.

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Storage Space

Minimum 1 GB for Bronze tier. More storage = higher tier = more rewards.

Uptime

Minimum 4 hours/day for Bronze. Tracked via heartbeat every 5 minutes.

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Android Device

Run RamaPay wallet with relay service enabled. Works on phone or tablet.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Can I still chat as a normal user?

YES! When you become a relay node, you're BOTH a normal user AND a relay node. You can still send and receive your own messages while earning rewards for relaying others' messages.

Can I stop being a relay node?

YES! Call deactivateNodeById() anytime. Your MCT stake is returned, and you go back to being a normal user. No penalties.

Can relay nodes read my messages?

NO! Messages are encrypted end-to-end BEFORE being sent to relay nodes. Relays only see encrypted blobs - they cannot decrypt the content.

What happens if I go offline?

Your uptime tracker stops accumulating. If offline for more than 5 minutes, your session ends. Your tier may decrease if daily uptime drops below thresholds.

How do I claim rewards?

In RamaPay: Go to Chat Settings → Relay Node → Claim Rewards. You can claim minting rewards and fee pool rewards separately.

Can I lose my stake?

Only if you're blacklisted for malicious behavior (e.g., spam, attacks). Normal deactivation always returns your full stake.

Ready to Earn MCT?

Download RamaPay, stake 100 MCT, and start earning rewards as a relay node.

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