LN Link
LN Node capabilities are made feasible through LN Link, which builds upon the foundation laid by Nostr Wallet Connect (NWC).
What is NWC?
NWC facilitates secure access to remote lnd instances, exchanges payment requests, and handles lightning invoices over the Nostr protocol. Notable functionalities enabled by NWC include:
Connection to wallet services (e.g., Alby) via nostrWalletConnectUrl, allowing users to seamlessly log in to Nostr apps via NIP-07.
Native BTC payments within Nostr apps (e.g., Zaps).
Setup of recurring BTC payments
About LN Link
Extending the capabilities of NWC, LN Link empowers Nostr clients/apps to interact not only with lnd but also with tapd. This expansion unlocks a host of new functionalities, including:
Enhanced management of node and channel liquidity through LN Node.
Native Taproot Assets payments within Nostr apps (e.g., USD-stablecoin Zaps).
Setup of recurring payments in Taproot Assets (e.g., USD-stablecoin).
Moreover, LN Link is designed with high extensibility, potentially incorporating connections with Lnfi to enhance composability between Lnfi and other applications.
In essence, LN Node, coupled with LN Link, serves as a versatile gateway, bridging the gap between traditional financial systems and the decentralized world, while offering a plethora of possibilities for innovation and growth.
How to use LN Link
Alby Wallet is one of the first to support NWC. You can import your LN Node and manage assets on Alby using [Connect a Wallet].
Following are the steps:
First, go to your LN Node, tap on [Generate NWC]
Copy the generated Nostr Wallet Connect String
Next, go to your Alby Chrome Extension, under switch wallet, tap on [Connect a Wallet]
Select [Connect] under Bring Your Own Wallet.
Tap on [Nostr Wallet Connect]
Under Nostr Wallet Connect URL, enter your Nostr Wallet Connect string that you’ve copied from Generate NWC, and then tap [Continue].
Once you have successfully connected, the screen will display Success and the SATS on your LN Node.
Note: In the current version of LN Node Connect, only assets deposited to NA channel will be displayed.
Once the setup is completed on your Wallet, you can manage your available assets via [Receive] & [Send].
LN Link is still under development, more functionalities will be added in the future.
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