LEGACY: Windows Masternode Removal

Steps to Safely Dismantle a Legacy Masternode.

1. Close the Divi Desktop Application Properly:

   • Click the X in the top-right corner of the Divi Desktop application.
   • When prompted, select Exit(Close app) instead of Minimize.
   • Wait patiently for the application to close fully. Do not proceed until it has completely exited.
     
     
     
2. Open the DIVI Folder in File Explorer:
   • Press Win + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box.
   • Type or copy the following command and press: Enter or click OK.

     %AppData%\DIVI
     

     
     

   • This will open the Divi directory located in AppData\Roaming\DIVI.
     
     
3. Locate the masternode.conf File:
   • In the window that opens, look for the file named masternode.conf.
4. Delete the masternode.conf File:
   • Right-click on masternode.conf and select Delete.
   • Confirm the deletion to send it to the Recycle Bin.
   • Close File Explorer
     
     
5.  Open Divi Desktop
   1. Open the Divi Desktop application.
   2. Allow it to fully sync with the blockchain.
   3. Once synced, your Total and Spendable balances will match.

Important Warnings

• Be Careful in the DIVI Directory:
  • The DIVI folder contains critical wallet files like wallet.dat.
  • Altering or deleting these files may result in wallet issues or losing access to your funds.
  • Only delete the masternode.conf file as instructed.

  • Avoid experimenting or altering any other files.