The Pi Network’s Open Mainnet was officially launched on February 20, 2025 , at 8:00 AM UTC. This marked a significant milestone, allowing external connectivity and the ability for users to utilize their Pi coins beyond the enclosed network.
Before the Open Mainnet launch, Pi Network operated in these phases:
- Beta phase: Launched March 14, 2019, to acquire users and test the mobile mining application.
- Testnet phase: Began March 14, 2020, for testing the blockchain and consensus algorithm.
- Enclosed Mainnet phase: Started December 2021, keeping the mainnet live but isolated from external connections. This phase allowed user KYC verification and migration to the mainnet.
The Open Mainnet launch now allows transactions beyond the Pi ecosystem and integration with other blockchains, as stated in a Binance announcement. Note that Pi coin prices can be highly volatile after a launch. Also, IOU (I Owe You) tokens traded previously do not necessarily reflect the actual value of the real Pi token.
When would Pi mainnet be launched?
Thanks for asking. Looking Ahead to the Open Mainnet Launch
The move to an open mainnet, expected sometime in the second half of 2025, marks a major step forward for the Pi Network. Once live, it will open the door for Pi to be traded on public exchanges and used in real-world applications across various platforms and services.
Will Pi ever reach mainnet?
Pi Network finally launched its mainnet on Feb. 20, 2025, and trades on the OKX exchange. As of July 22, 2025, PI trades at $0.48. This article will explore PI price predictions for 2025 and beyond.
Is Pi available in mainnet?
Good point! The open mainnet enables Pi coins to be listed on major cryptocurrency exchanges, increasing liquidity and trading opportunities. Developers can now deploy decentralized applications (DApps) on the Pi blockchain, expanding the ecosystem and offering diverse use cases for Pi coins.
How much will Pi be worth at mainnet launch?
2024 is currently set to be the year that Pi Network finally launches its mainnet. If that happens, we will finally see its real value — and many experts expect it to be below $1.