What is Smart Mining and how to use it?

What is Smart Mining?
Smart Mining provides an automated way of profitable mining using the designated algorithm to monitor the real-time status of possible returns. In comparison to One-click Switch, it's more flexible and easier to keep track of your mining returns. 

How to enable Smart Mining?
1. Go to www.viabtc.com, then click [Mining Settings] on the top right corner of the page. 


2. Click [Modify Settings] on the next page. 


3. Switch to "Smart Mining", then tap the checkmark  to confirm your changes; Click [Exit] to save these changes. Currently, only bitcoin pool is available for Smart Mining. (BTC, BCH, BSV)Note: Before enabling Smart Mining, you're required to set Smart Mining URL, stratum+tcp://bitcoin.viabtc.com:3333.

Frequently Asked Questions 
Q: What is the unique feature of Smart Mining compares to One-click Switch?
A: It's more flexible and easier to set up, SHA-256 mining algorithm compatible. 

Q: How long does Smart Mining come into effect once enabled? 
A: Once Smart Mining is enabled, the system will monitor the possible return rate of all compatible coins using a designated algorithm and switch to the one with higher profit, you may go to the Pool panel for more accurate mining status. 

Q: Why can't I see my earnings increased after enabling Smart Mining? 
A: Smart Mining mode demands high-efficiency when it switches between the current mining coin and the new one with higher returns, and it also requires designated algorithm and current difficulty, thus Smart Mining may not lead to high returns. 

Q: Is there any minimum hashrate limit before turning on Smart Mining?
A: There is no minimum limit of hashrate before enabling Smart Mining for your account. 

Q: Which coins are supported in Smart Mining?
A: Currently all coins in Bitcoin Pool are supported in Smart Mining mode, including BTC, BCH and BSV. 

Q: When will the mining rewards be distributed to my account?
A: Rewards distribution varies for different mining modes, and distribution time remained unchanged compares to the one in One-click Switch mode. 

Q: Can I use part of hashrate to mine a certain coin after enabling Smart Mining?
A: Once enabled Smart Mining, hashrate connected to your account will be switched from one to the other automatically using a designated algorithm. 

Q: Will I receive notifications for hashrate fluctuation after enabling Smart Mining?
A: You're required to set hashrate fluctuation notification for all compatible coins by the time enabling Smart Mining, more detailed guide can be found here.