F2Pool

Béni-ChristBéni-Christ
Jan 15, 2026
Jan 15, 2026

What is a mining pool?

Cryptocurrency mining involves providing computing power to secure a blockchain network and validate transactions. In return, miners receive rewards in the form of cryptocurrencies.
In the case of solo mining, a miner works alone and only receives a reward if he manages to find a block. This approach is unrealistic for most users today, due to the competition and computing power required.
A mining pool is a collective solution: several miners pool their computing power (hashrate). When a block is found, the reward is shared between the participants, in proportion to their contribution.

F2pool overview

f2pool is one of the oldest and largest mining pools in the world. Founded in 2013, it is used by individual miners, industrial farms and professional operators spread across many countries.
f2pool allows miner a wide range of cryptocurrencies, using different types of hardware (ASIC, GPU), while offering :
  • a detailed tracking interface,
  • regular payments,
  • advanced options such as merged mining mining,
  • management tools for both beginners and experienced miners.

F2pool detailed presentation

History and credibility

f2pool is a mining pool founded in 2013, at a time when the Bitcoin ecosystem was still in its structuring phase. It quickly established itself as a major player in the mining industry thanks to its stability, the reliability of its infrastructure and its adoption by many professional miners.
With over a decade of experience, f2pool is one of the industry's historic pools. It regularly ranks among the world's leading pools in terms of aggregate computing power (hashrate), notably on Bitcoin and other major networks.
This longevity is an important indicator of credibility in an environment where many services appear and then disappear rapidly.

Supported cryptocurrencies

f2pool supports the mining of numerous cryptocurrencies based on different algorithms. Among the best-known are :
  • Bitcoin (BTC)
  • Litecoin (LTC)
  • Ethereum Classic (ETC)
  • Zcash (ZEC)
  • Kaspa (KAS)
  • Alephium (ALPH)
  • Nervos (CKB)
The list of cryptocurrencies changes regularly according to market conditions, profitability and the activity of the networks concerned. We therefore recommend consulting the section dedicated to coins directly on the f2pool website for the most up-to-date information.

Supported mining algorithms

Each cryptocurrency relies on a specific mining algorithm. f2pool supports several major algorithms, including :
  • SHA-256 (Bitcoin and derivatives)
  • Scrypt (Litecoin)
  • Etchash (Ethereum Classic)
  • Equihash (Zcash)
  • kHeavyHash (Kaspa)
The choice of algorithm determines the type of equipment to be used, as well as energy consumption and potential profitability.

Compatible hardware types

f2pool is designed to work with different types of mining equipment:
  • ASIC**: specialized hardware with high performance for a given algorithm (e.g. SHA-256, Scrypt). This is the preferred choice for mining Bitcoin and Litecoin.
  • GPU**: versatile graphics cards, adapted to specific algorithms. They are often used for alternative cryptocurrencies.
The pool imposes no particular restrictions on hardware brands or models, as long as the configuration complies with the required technical parameters.

How a mining pool works

Solo and pool mining

Solo mining** involves a single miner attempting to solve a block on a blockchain network. When a block is found, the entire reward reverts to the miner. In practice, this approach requires very high computing power and involves extremely random reward times, sometimes lasting several months or years.
Pool mining**, on the other hand, is based on pooling the computing power of numerous miners. Each participant contributes his or her hashrate, and when the pool finds a block, the reward is shared between members according to pre-defined rules.
For the majority of individual and small-scale miners, pool mining offers far greater revenue stability than solo mining.

Notions of hashrate and shares

The hashrate represents the computing power provided by a miner or pool. It is generally expressed in H/s (hashes per second), or in higher units such as MH/s, GH/s, TH/s or PH/s.
In a mining pool, miners do not work directly on the complete resolution of a block. They submit shares, i.e. partial proofs of work. These shares enable the pool to accurately measure each miner's contribution.
The more valid shares a miner submits, the greater his contribution to the pool, and the higher his share of the rewards.

How a pool finds a block

The mining pool distributes computing tasks to all connected miners. When one of the participants finds a valid solution corresponding to the network difficulty, the block is proposed to the blockchain.
Even if only one miner actually finds the block, the reward is awarded to the pool as a whole, then redistributed among all participants according to their contribution as measured by the shares.

Distribution of awards

The distribution of rewards within a pool is based on payment methods defined by the pool operator. These methods have a direct impact on earnings regularity and risk-taking.
On f2pool, the most common payment models include :
  • PPS (Pay Per Share)**: each valid share is paid immediately, regardless of whether the pool finds a block or not.
  • PPS+**: PPS variant integrating transaction fee distribution in addition to block reward.
These models emphasize revenue predictability, which explains their popularity with professional miners.

The role of pool fees

To cover infrastructure, maintenance and development costs, f2pool applies a pool fee. These are automatically deducted from rewards before payment.
The fee rate varies according to the cryptocurrency and payment method used. It's important to take this into account when assessing the overall profitability of a mining business.

Why choose a pool like f2pool

Choosing a recognized mining pool such as f2pool allows you to benefit from :
  • a stable, high-performance infrastructure,
  • precise tracking of contributions and revenues,
  • regular, predictable payments,
  • a significant reduction in earnings variance.

Create a f2pool account

In your browser, go to the official [f2pool] website (https://www.f2pool.com/), and click on Create an account in the top right-hand corner.
On the registration page, enter your username, email address and password. After validating the information entered, proceed to verify the registration according to the instructions displayed. Check the required elements, then click on the submit button.
Registration is now complete. We recommend that you keep your registration details in a safe place, as they will be needed for future logins and account management.
Once registration is complete, check your inbox to confirm that your account has been activated.
Go to your inbox, locate the activation email, open it and click on the link provided to activate your account.
Log in after successful account registration.
When you log in, a verification code may be sent to you by e-mail. This code must be entered to confirm access to your account.
To enhance the security of your account, you can associate your cell phone number or activate two-step verification (two-factor authentication).
Once logged in, go to the home page, then click on "Account settings".
Go to the dedicated section and configure the wallet associated with your miner's name. Select the cryptocurrencies you wish to miner and enter the corresponding wallet address. You can also set the minimum payment threshold.
After entering the Bitcoin address, a confirmation e-mail will be sent to your inbox. Open this message and follow the instructions to validate the address.
Once confirmed, the new payment address will be processed within 48 hours.
Once you've set up your wallet, go to the corresponding page to copy the BTC mining address and miner's name needed to configure your mining machine.
Be sure to copy the mining address and miner name linked to the cryptocurrency you wish to miner.
For example, for miner of BTC, you can check that your miner is working properly on this page once configuration is complete.
To set up an observer mode connection to the mine operations, access the read-only page (where you can only view without being able to intervene), then click on "Create".
Select the miner's name and the type of cryptocurrency to miner, then choose the access point of the mining machine to be created. This will allow mining and maintenance teams to monitor the machine's operation, without having access to earnings or payments.
Once the configuration has been created, click on "Copy" and transmit the information to the Ops team. Once the mining machine has been debugged, the pool backend will be able to display the machine's operating status.

Advantages of f2pool

The main advantages of f2pool include :
  • a robust, stable infrastructure,
  • strong liquidity and regular payments,
  • a clear interface for performance monitoring,
  • support for merged mining on certain networks,
  • compatibility with the majority of mining software and firmware on the market.
This explains why f2pool is widely used by miners of all sizes.

Limits and points of attention

Like any centralized pool, f2pool also has certain limitations:
  • dependence on a third-party operator,
  • pool fees vary according to cryptocurrency,
  • a rich interface that may seem complex to beginners.
These points are not major obstacles, but should be taken into account when choosing a mining pool.

Conclusion

f2pool has established itself as a benchmark solution for crypto-pool mining, thanks to its stability, longevity and the diversity of assets it supports. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced miner, the platform offers the right tools to start, monitor and optimize your mining activity in a structured way.
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Hello! I am a frontend developer, with a curious mind and a passion for learning. Since 2024, I have been interested in finance, blockchain, and Bitcoin. Now, I want to take the next step: sharing my knowledge and contributing to projects that connect technology and education.

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