Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions
GeneralWhat is IdleMine?+
IdleMine is an opt-in platform that lets you earn crypto passively using your device's idle CPU/GPU. Install our 1-click installer and your PC starts mining the most profitable crypto automatically.
GeneralIs it really free?+
Yes. IdleMine is free to install. We keep 25% of mining rewards to run the platform, you keep 70%, and referrers get 5%.
GeneralWhat devices are supported?+
PC (Windows/Mac/Linux), Android phones, tablets, routers, NAS, Raspberry Pi, connected cars (via Hivemapper), and more. 12+ device types supported.
MiningHow much can I earn?+
Depends on your hardware and electricity cost. A gaming PC typically earns $12-25/month passively. A high-end rig with RTX 4090 can earn $80-400/month via GPU rental.
MiningWhich cryptos do you mine?+
XMR (Monero), QUBIC, ALPH (Alephium), KAS (Kaspa), QRL (Quantum Resistant Ledger), LTC+DOGE (merge), BTC, and more. We auto-switch to the most profitable.
MiningWill it slow down my PC?+
No. IdleMine caps CPU usage at 50% by default and runs only when your PC is idle. Zero impact on gaming, work, or browsing.
MiningIs it safe?+
Yes. IdleMine is 100% opt-in. No spyware, no data collection. We use the official XMRig (open source) for Monero mining.
PayoutsWhen do I get paid?+
Payouts are processed weekly via on-chain transfers. Minimum threshold: 0.004 XMR (~$0.68 USD).
PayoutsHow do I set my payout address?+
In the IdleMine dashboard, go to Settings → Wallet and paste your XMR address (or other crypto). If you don't have a wallet, use https://mymonero.com to create one for free.
PayoutsWhat happens if I don't reach the minimum?+
Your balance accumulates. Once you hit 0.004 XMR, you get paid on the next weekly cycle.
DeFiWhat Qubic services are integrated?+
QSwap AMM, QX orderbook DEX, Qearn staking, Vottun bridge, QBond marketplace, QUsino casino, prediction markets, fractional SC shares. All using real on-chain smart contracts.
DeFiWhat are IdleMine's fees?+
0.3% swap fee, 0.5% bridge fee, 0.2% trading fee, 1% entry on staking, 12% on bond coupons, 1% casino rake, 1% prediction house edge.
DeFiDo I need to connect a wallet?+
Yes for DeFi actions. Connect your Qubic wallet (web, mobile, extension, or MetaMask Snap). Mining works without wallet — just install.
SecurityDo you store my seed phrase?+
NEVER. Transaction signing happens entirely in your browser. Your seed is used once to sign and is never transmitted to our servers.
SecurityCan someone steal my crypto?+
No one can access your funds unless they have your seed phrase. IdleMine only receives integrator fees from your transactions.
SecurityIs my private key safe?+
IdleMine never has access to your private key. All signing is client-side via the official @qubic-lib/qubic-ts-library SDK.
ReferralHow does the affiliate program work?+
Share your referral link. When someone installs IdleMine using your link, you earn 5% of their mining rewards — forever. No limit, no cap.
ReferralHow do I get my referral link?+
Go to /dashboard/[your-worker-id]. Your affiliate link is displayed at the bottom.