HOPR mixnet
Incentivized mixnet protocol that hides metadata such as IP addresses, with node runners paid in HOPR.
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HOPR key facts
| Category | Decentralized VPN |
|---|---|
| Chains | Gnosis Chain, Ethereum |
| Platforms | Node software, SDK |
| Token | HOPR; bridged to Gnosis Chain as xHOPR and wrapped as wxHOPR |
| Open source | Yes, hoprnet repo (GPL-3.0) |
What is HOPR?
HOPR is a decentralized, incentivized mixnet that hides transport-layer metadata, including IP addresses, for web3 and other apps. Node runners relay data and earn the HOPR token, which is used on Gnosis Chain as xHOPR and wxHOPR. Node and client code is public on GitHub under GPL-3.0.
HOPR usage
From DefiLlama (fees users paid), updated Sep 26, 2026.
HOPR pros and cons
- Protects metadata that a standard VPN still exposes to the VPN operator
- Node software is open source (GPL-3.0)
- Anyone can run a node through the Staking Hub
- Not a consumer VPN app; aimed at developers and node runners
- Token exists in several forms (HOPR, xHOPR, wxHOPR), which adds bridging steps
- Bare name "HOPR" in the App Store returns unrelated carpool and transit apps
HOPR FAQ
What is HOPR?
HOPR is a decentralized, incentivized mixnet that hides transport-layer metadata, including IP addresses, for web3 and other apps. Node runners relay data and earn the HOPR token, which is used on Gnosis Chain as xHOPR and wxHOPR. Node and client code is public on GitHub under GPL-3.0.
Which chains does HOPR support?
Gnosis Chain, Ethereum.
How much do users pay HOPR in fees?
$1,513.1 over the last 30 days, according to DefiLlama on Sep 26, 2026.
Sources
How this page works
Sources: HOPR: official site, HOPR: Token, HOPR: GitHub. Data as of Sep 26, 2026.
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