Network Accounts

The Hedera network uses several special, network-controlled accounts for its operations. These accounts are fundamental to the network’s fee structure, staking rewards, and overall economic model.

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Special Accounts Comparison

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Account Details

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Fee Collection Account (0.0.802)

Introduced in HIP-1259, this account serves as a temporary holding account for all transaction fees. It is fully code-controlled, has no keys, and cannot accept HBAR deposits from users. This design simplifies transaction records and improves network efficiency.

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Staking Rewards Account (0.0.800)

This account holds the HBAR that will be distributed to users who are staking their tokens. It receives a portion of the daily accumulated fees from the Fee Collection Account. While it does not have keys, it can accept HBAR donations from the community.

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Node Rewards Account (0.0.801)

This account holds the HBAR that will be distributed to node operators for their services. It receives a portion of the daily accumulated fees from the Fee Collection Account. It does not have keys and cannot accept HBAR deposits.

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Network Admin Fee Account (0.0.98)

This account receives the largest portion of the daily accumulated fees from the Fee Collection Account (typically 80%). These funds are used to support the long-term growth and development of the Hedera network. Unlike the other special fee accounts, this account has keys and can accept HBAR deposits.