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Besu for private networks

You can use Besu to develop enterprise applications requiring secure, high-performance transaction processing in a private network.

A private network is a network not connected to Ethereum Mainnet or an Ethereum testnet. Private networks typically use a different chain ID and proof of authority consensus (QBFT, IBFT 2.0, or Clique).

You can also create a local development network using proof of work (Ethash).

Besu supports enterprise features including privacy and permissioning.

Get started with the Developer Quickstart to rapidly generate local blockchain networks.

Architecture​

The following diagram outlines the high-level architecture of Besu for private networks.

Private architecture

If you have any questions about Besu for private networks, ask on the besu channel on Discord.