Passive income, built in

Your PC mines
Bitcoin while you work.

IdleHash mines Bitcoin in the background while your PC sits idle. It detects when you step away, switches on automatically, and stops when you come back — no pop-ups, no system drag, no configuration required.

0.0 PH/s mined by IdleHash users
Mining Status Active
Hashrate
42.8
MH/s
Earned Today
0.000024
+8.3%
CPU Load
4%
low
Daily earning target 78%
Mining since 6:14 AM — Bitcoin network healthy

Zero friction.
Real returns.

No cryptic settings. No pool accounts. No configuration files. Install, paste your BTC address, and the client handles the rest.

Smart Activity Detection

IdleHash watches your keyboard and mouse. When you're working, it backs off. When you're away, it ramps up. You never notice it — until you see the earnings.

Auto Coin Switching

Switches to the most profitable algorithm automatically. All earnings convert to Bitcoin — your balance always shows BTC.

GPU-Aware Power

Draws from idle GPU cycles — never competes with your games, browsers, or creative apps. Runs at full power only when your system is truly idle.

Two-Minute Setup

Install the client, paste your BTC address, and you're mining. No pool accounts, no API keys, no cryptic settings to navigate.

Live Earnings Dashboard

Track your hashrate, daily earnings, and historical progress in a clean, jargon-free dashboard. No technical noise — just your money.

Minimal System Impact

CPU usage stays under 5% during normal operation. RAM footprint under 80MB. Your PC runs exactly as it did before — just with a balance that's growing.

Before you start.

Quick answers to what most people ask first.

Is this real Bitcoin mining?

Yes. IdleHash connects your GPU to NiceHash's stratum pool, the largest Bitcoin hashrate marketplace. Shares are submitted live and your balance settles in BTC you can withdraw — see your own numbers on the dashboard.

Does it use my electricity?

Mining draws power, but IdleHash only runs when your PC is idle — and most idle PCs are already on. You can cap power in settings anytime; the dashboard shows your actual runtime.

How much can I actually earn?

Earnings depend on your GPU and idle hours, typically a few dollars per month on a modern card. The dashboard tracks your live hashrate and projected payout so there are no surprises.

Is it safe to install?

IdleHash is open-source, runs only when your system is idle, and never touches your files, wallet keys, or personal data. Earnings go directly to your BTC address — we never hold your funds.

Up and running in minutes

1

Install

Download and install IdleHash on your Windows PC. Takes under 60 seconds.

2

Paste your BTC address

One text field. Paste your Bitcoin wallet address and click start. That's it.

3

Forget about it

IdleHash runs in the background. Check your dashboard whenever you want — or don't. It doesn't need you.

24-Hour Earning Cycle
12AM6AM12PM6PM12AM
IdleHash ramps up during off-peak hours (overnight, work hours) and scales back when the user returns to their desk. Peak earnings window: 9PM – 6AM.

Avg. CPU usage during mining

<5%
Virtually unnoticeable during normal use

Earnings credited as BTC

100%
All algo profits convert to Bitcoin. No split balances, no altcoin clutter.

Setup time

2 min
From install to first satoshi earned

System RAM footprint

<80 MB
Lighter than most browser tabs
Live
1,247
users mining right now
Today
48,291
satoshis earned today
All-time
2.1 BTC
total paid out to users

Real miners, real earnings

"Set it up in under five minutes. My PC sits idle all night anyway — now it's actually doing something useful."

JR
Jake R.
Gaming PC owner · Denver, CO

"I was skeptical but it genuinely does not slow down my workstation. You notice it in the dashboard, not on the desktop."

ML
Maya L.
Freelance designer · Austin, TX

"Passive is the right word. I check the dashboard every few days and there's always more sats. Couldn't be simpler."

TC
Tom C.
Software dev · Seattle, WA

"My old render farm sits idle between jobs. IdleHash is pulling in satoshis around the clock with zero extra effort."

SR
Sara R.
3D artist · Portland, OR
IdleHash

Mining runs silently.
Bitcoin shows up.

Install the client. Paste your BTC address. Walk away. IdleHash takes it from there — earning BTC every time your PC sits idle.

Set Up in 2 Minutes → Learn more

Get notified when we launch new features.