By running a node you store a copy of the entire #Bitcoin blockchain. You can explore your own copy of the blockchain privately through a block explorer. Online block explorers may log your IP address in relation to searches for specific wallet addresses or transaction IDs.

What is a Bitcoin node? A node is a computer that runs Bitcoin software, stores Bitcoin transactions and is connected to the Bitcoin network. Bitcoin nodes broadcast, validate incoming transactions and store transactions. Bitcoin transactions are stored together in blocks.