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Collection of useful resources for lightning node operators maintained by [@aaaljaz](https://twitter.com/aaaljaz).
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# Comprehensive Lightning Network Node Operator Resources
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A curated collection of essential tools, guides, and communities for Bitcoin Lightning Network node operators. Maintained by [@aaaljaz](https://twitter.com/aaaljaz).
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### Must reads
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- [Understanding Lightning by Diamond Hands](https://docsend.com/view/x2yscafayexddzps)
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- [Lopp liquidity management guide](https://blog.lopp.net/lightning-network-liquidity-management-guide/)
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- [Liquidity mgmt by Alex Bosworth](https://github.com/alexbosworth/run-lnd/blob/master/LIQUIDITY.md)
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- [Lightning 101: Node Profitability feat PLEBNET](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LRZy-VtCPe4)
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- [Adventures in running a lightning node](https://medium.com/coinmonks/adventures-in-running-a-bitcoin-lightning-node-part-1-the-awakening-61345585acc3)
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- [how to get inbound liquidity](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WWs1D9LLcpc)
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## Introduction
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This guide provides a comprehensive list of resources for Lightning Network node operators, including installation guides, management tools, security best practices, and community resources. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced operator, you'll find valuable information to help you run and optimize your Lightning Network node.
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### Install LND
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- [lnd install guide by Alex Bosworth](https://github.com/alexbosworth/run-lnd)
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- [official lnd install docs](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/blob/master/docs/INSTALL.md)
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- [bitcoin-kit-makefile](https://github.com/Perlover/bitcoin-kit-makefile)
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- [lnd postgres](https://github.com/blckbx/lnd_postgres)
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- [lnd via vpn](https://github.com/Wired4ncer/lnd_via_vpn)
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- [the road to node](https://docs.theroadtonode.com/)
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## Table of Contents
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### Install CLN
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- [video tutorial for CLN install](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Hrnls92TxQ)
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- [rootzoll's CLN guide](https://github.com/rootzoll/raspiblitz/blob/dev/FAQ.cl.md)
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- [raspiblitz CLN guide](https://raspibolt.org/guide/bonus/lightning/cln.html)
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- [core lightning plugins](https://github.com/lightningd/plugins)
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1. [Essential Reading](#essential-reading)
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2. [Node Installation](#node-installation)
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3. [Backups and Recovery](#backups-and-recovery)
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4. [Self-Hosting Solutions](#self-hosting-solutions)
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5. [Managed Cloud Hosting](#managed-cloud-hosting)
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6. [Lightning Network Implementations](#lightning-network-implementations)
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7. [Node Management Web Interfaces](#node-management-web-interfaces)
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8. [Security Tools](#security-tools)
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9. [Node Management Tools](#node-management-tools)
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10. [Node Services](#node-services)
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11. [Channel Management](#channel-management)
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12. [Tutorials and Guides](#tutorials-and-guides)
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13. [Liquidity Management](#liquidity-management)
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14. [Network Explorers](#network-explorers)
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15. [Communities](#communities)
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16. [Watchtowers](#watchtowers)
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17. [Mempool Resources](#mempool-resources)
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18. [Educational Resources](#educational-resources)
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19. [Network Statistics](#network-statistics)
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20. [Further Reading](#further-reading)
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### Backups and recovery
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- [lnd backup and recovery](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/blob/master/docs/recovery.md)
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- [core lightning backup](https://lightning.readthedocs.io/BACKUP.html)
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## Essential Reading
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### Self-host on raspberrypi or custom hardware
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- [raspiblitz](https://github.com/rootzoll/raspiblitz)
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- [umbrel](https://getumbrel.com/)
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- [mynodebtc](https://mynodebtc.com/)
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- [nixbitcoin](https://nixbitcoin.org/)
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- [blockstream tutorial](https://medium.com/blockstream/build-a-pretty-good-lightning-network-node-468778a078b7)
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- [Understanding Lightning Network: Comprehensive Guide by Diamond Hands](https://docsend.com/view/x2yscafayexddzps)
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- [Jameson Lopp's Lightning Network Liquidity Management Guide](https://blog.lopp.net/lightning-network-liquidity-management-guide/)
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- [Alex Bosworth's In-Depth Liquidity Management Strategies](https://github.com/alexbosworth/run-lnd/blob/master/LIQUIDITY.md)
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- [Lightning Network Node Profitability: PLEBNET Insights](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LRZy-VtCPe4)
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- [Running a Lightning Network Node: A Beginner's Journey](https://medium.com/coinmonks/adventures-in-running-a-bitcoin-lightning-node-part-1-the-awakening-61345585acc3)
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- [Mastering Inbound Liquidity: Step-by-Step Guide](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WWs1D9LLcpc)
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### Managed cloud hosting
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- [nodl](https://www.nodl.eu/)
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- [voltage](https://voltage.cloud/)
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- [tidebinder](https://www.tidebinder.com)
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## Node Installation
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### Implementations
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- [LND](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd)
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- [core lightning](https://github.com/ElementsProject/lightning)
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- [eclair](https://github.com/ACINQ/eclair)
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- [sensei](https://github.com/L2-Technology/sensei)
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### LND (Lightning Network Daemon)
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### Web UI for node management
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- [Ride the Lightning](https://github.com/Ride-The-Lightning/RTL)
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- [Thunderhub](https://github.com/apotdevin/thunderhub)
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- [lncli-web](https://github.com/mably/lncli-web)
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- [lightning terminal](https://github.com/lightninglabs/lightning-terminal)
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- [lndg](https://github.com/cryptosharks131/lndg)
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- [torq](https://github.com/lncapital/torq)
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- [Alex Bosworth's Comprehensive LND Installation Guide](https://github.com/alexbosworth/run-lnd)
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- [Official LND Installation Documentation](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/blob/master/docs/INSTALL.md)
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- [Bitcoin Kit Makefile: Streamlined Installation](https://github.com/Perlover/bitcoin-kit-makefile)
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- [LND with PostgreSQL Integration](https://github.com/blckbx/lnd_postgres)
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- [Secure LND Setup via VPN](https://github.com/Wired4ncer/lnd_via_vpn)
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- [The Road to Node: Detailed LND Setup Guide](https://docs.theroadtonode.com/)
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### Security
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- [Validated Lightning Signer](https://vls.tech/)
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- [Sphinx key](https://github.com/stakwork/sphinx-key)
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- [Lightning Vault](https://github.com/bolt-observer/lightning-vault/)
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### CLN (Core Lightning)
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### Node management
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- [cln cheatsheet](https://github.com/grubles/cln-cheatsheet)
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- [balanceofsatoshis](https://github.com/alexbosworth/balanceofsatoshis)
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- [BOS-Commands-Document](https://github.com/niteshbalusu11/BOS-Commands-Document)
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- [charge-lnd](https://github.com/accumulator/charge-lnd)
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- [rebalance-lnd](https://github.com/C-Otto/rebalance-lnd)
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- [circuitbreaker](https://github.com/lightningequipment/circuitbreaker)
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- [lndpytools](https://github.com/Gridflare/lndpytools)
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- [lightning-jet](https://github.com/itsneski/lightning-jet)
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- [lndmanage](https://github.com/bitromortac/lndmanage)
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- [lntop](https://github.com/edouardparis/lntop)
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- [suez](https://github.com/prusnak/suez)
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- [clboss](https://github.com/ZmnSCPxj/clboss)
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- [lnd-manageJ](https://github.com/C-Otto/lnd-manageJ)
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- [ln-charts](https://github.com/cold-sats/ln-charts)
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- [Video Tutorial: Step-by-Step CLN Installation](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Hrnls92TxQ)
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- [Rootzoll's Comprehensive CLN Guide](https://github.com/rootzoll/raspiblitz/blob/dev/FAQ.cl.md)
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- [RaspiBolt CLN Installation and Configuration](https://raspibolt.org/guide/bonus/lightning/cln.html)
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- [Core Lightning Plugins Repository](https://github.com/lightningd/plugins)
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### Node services
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- [lnrouter.app](https://lnrouter.app/)
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- [lnnodeinsight](https://lnnodeinsight.com/)
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- [bolt.observer](https://bolt.observer)
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- [lightning.watch](https://lightning.watch/)
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## Backups and Recovery
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### Channel open suggestions for your node
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- [gridflare](https://gridflare.xyz/explore/search)
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- [moneni nodematch](https://www.moneni.com/nodematch)
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- [lightning terminal](https://terminal.lightning.engineering/#/)
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- [lightning-network-autopilot](https://github.com/renepickhardt/lightning-network-autopilot)
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- [LND Backup and Recovery Strategies](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd/blob/master/docs/recovery.md)
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- [Core Lightning Backup Best Practices](https://lightning.readthedocs.io/BACKUP.html)
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### Tutorials
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- [Lightning node management by Openoms](https://github.com/openoms/lightning-node-management)
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- [Bitcoin tutorials by openoms](https://github.com/openoms/bitcoin-tutorials)
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- [Node liquidity guide by Darthcoin](https://darthcoin.substack.com/p/node-liquidity-guide)
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- [Lightning cleaning machine by Darthcoin](https://darthcoin.substack.com/p/lightning-cleaning-machine)
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- [Recoveringn funds from stuck closing transactions](https://community.umbrel.com/t/the-guide-where-your-lightning-close-transaction-cant-get-the-channel-closed/15096)
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## Self-Hosting Solutions
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### Liquidity
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#### Swaps
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- [Inbound liquidity guide](https://github.com/openoms/lightning-node-management/blob/en/createinboundliquidity.md)
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- [coinos](https://coinos.io/login)
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- [fixedfloat](https://fixedfloat.com/)
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- [sideshift](https://sideshift.ai/btc/ln)
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- [deezy](https://deezy.io/)
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- [boltz.exchange](https://boltz.exchange/)
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- [Loop](https://github.com/lightninglabs/loop)
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- [zigzag](https://zigzag.io/)
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- [RaspiBlitz: DIY Bitcoin & Lightning Node](https://github.com/rootzoll/raspiblitz)
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- [Umbrel: User-Friendly Bitcoin Node](https://getumbrel.com/)
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- [MyNode: Full Bitcoin Node & Lightning Network Box](https://mynodebtc.com/)
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- [NixBitcoin: Nix-based Bitcoin Node](https://nixbitcoin.org/)
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- [Blockstream's Guide: Building a High-Quality Lightning Network Node](https://medium.com/blockstream/build-a-pretty-good-lightning-network-node-468778a078b7)
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### LN explorers
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- [1ml.com](https://1ml.com/)
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- [amboss](https://amboss.space/)
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- [acinq explorer](https://explorer.acinq.co/)
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- [lnlighthouse](https://lnlighthouse.online/)
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- [bolt.observer explorer](https://bolt.observer/explorer)
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- [mempool explorer](https://mempool.space/lightning)
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## Managed Cloud Hosting
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#### Communities
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- [Rings of Fire](https://github.com/Rings-of-Fire/ring-of-fire/wiki)
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- [Lightning liquidity & Pool](https://t.me/LNBalancedChannels)
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- [liquidity swaps on reddit](https://www.reddit.com/r/TheLightningNetwork/search?sort=new&restrict_sr=on&q=flair%3ALiquidity%2BSwaps)
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- [Nodl: Professional Bitcoin & Lightning Node Solutions](https://www.nodl.eu/)
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- [Voltage: Cloud-Native Bitcoin Infrastructure](https://voltage.cloud/)
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- [Tidebinder: Managed Lightning Network Node Hosting](https://www.tidebinder.com)
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#### LSP/Channel lease
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- [lnbig](https://lnbig.com/)
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- [lightningconductor](https://mainnet.lightningconductor.net/)
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- [LN+](https://lightningnetwork.plus/)
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- [lightning conductor channels](https://lightningconductor.net/channels)
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- [lightningto.me](https://lightningto.me/)
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- [bitrefill](https://www.bitrefill.com/buy/lightning-channel/)
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- [flow by voltage](https://voltage.cloud/flow/)
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- [blocktank](https://blocktank.to/)
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## Lightning Network Implementations
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#### Liquidity Marketplace
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- [Pool](https://lightning.engineering/pool/)
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- [Flow](https://voltage.cloud/flow)
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- [Magma](https://amboss.space/magma)
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- [LND (Lightning Network Daemon)](https://github.com/lightningnetwork/lnd)
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- [Core Lightning (formerly c-lightning)](https://github.com/ElementsProject/lightning)
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- [Eclair: Scala-based Lightning Implementation](https://github.com/ACINQ/eclair)
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- [Sensei: Rust-based Lightning Node Implementation](https://github.com/L2-Technology/sensei)
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### Watchtowers
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- [The eye of Satoshi](https://github.com/talaia-labs/rust-teos)
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- [lnd watchtower](https://docs.lightning.engineering/lightning-network-tools/lnd/watchtower)
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## Node Management Web Interfaces
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### Mempool
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- [Mempool.space](https://mempool.space/)
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- [bitcoin explorer](https://bitcoinexplorer.org/)
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- [Johoe's Bitcoin Mempool Statistics](https://jochen-hoenicke.de/queue/#BTC,24h,weight)
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- [txstreet.com](https://txstreet.com/v/btc)
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- [Ride The Lightning (RTL): Feature-Rich Web Interface](https://github.com/Ride-The-Lightning/RTL)
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- [Thunderhub: Powerful Lightning Node Management Dashboard](https://github.com/apotdevin/thunderhub)
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- [LNCLi Web: User-Friendly LND Web Client](https://github.com/mably/lncli-web)
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- [Lightning Terminal: All-in-One Node Management Tool](https://github.com/lightninglabs/lightning-terminal)
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- [LNDG: LND Dashboard and Graph](https://github.com/cryptosharks131/lndg)
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- [Torq: Advanced Lightning Network Management Platform](https://github.com/lncapital/torq)
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### Communities
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- [Lightning liquidity & Pool](https://t.me/LNBalancedChannels)
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- [Plebnet](https://t.me/plebnet)
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- [ln matrix](https://matrix.to/#/#btcln:matrix.org)
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- [r/lightningnetwork](https://www.reddit.com/r/lightningnetwork/)
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- [r/TheLightningNetwork](https://www.reddit.com/r/TheLightningNetwork/)
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- [Rings of Fire](https://t.me/theRingsOfFire)
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## Security Tools
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- [Validated Lightning Signer: Enhanced Security for Lightning Nodes](https://vls.tech/)
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- [Sphinx Key: Hardware Security Module for Lightning](https://github.com/stakwork/sphinx-key)
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- [Lightning Vault: Secure Key Management Solution](https://github.com/bolt-observer/lightning-vault/)
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### Education
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- [Lightning curriculum by Chaincode](https://github.com/chaincodelabs/lightning-curriculum)
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- [Mastering Lightning book](https://github.com/lnbook/lnbook)
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- [Rebalance Your Bitcoin Lightning Network Node Like a PRO](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0r3Th42zfDk)
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- [How To Run A Bitcoin Lightning Network Node - Step By Step Tutorial](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KItleddMYFU)
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- [t-bast docs on lightning](https://github.com/t-bast/lightning-docs)
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- [lightning workshop](https://github.com/roeierez/lightning-workshop)
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- [Cyberhub on lightning network](https://cyberhubnode.notion.site/cyberhubnode/Cyberhub-Home-34858179510a44e89af54e16becf8736)
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- [Lightning network developments by Igor Korsakov](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5pmfNOUQg_s)
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## Node Management Tools
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### Lightning network stats
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- [1ml.com statistics](https://1ml.com/statistics)
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- [bitcoin visuals - LN](https://bitcoinvisuals.com/lightning)
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- [CLN Cheatsheet: Quick Reference for Core Lightning Commands](https://github.com/grubles/cln-cheatsheet)
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- [Balance of Satoshis: Advanced Node Management Toolkit](https://github.com/alexbosworth/balanceofsatoshis)
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- [BOS Commands Document: Comprehensive Guide to Balance of Satoshis](https://github.com/niteshbalusu11/BOS-Commands-Document)
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- [Charge-LND: Automated Fee Management for LND](https://github.com/accumulator/charge-lnd)
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- [Rebalance-LND: Channel Rebalancing Tool](https://github.com/C-Otto/rebalance-lnd)
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- [CircuitBreaker: Automated Channel Management](https://github.com/lightningequipment/circuitbreaker)
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- [LNDPyTools: Python-based LND Management Utilities](https://github.com/Gridflare/lndpytools)
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- [Lightning Jet: Advanced Node Optimization Tool](https://github.com/itsneski/lightning-jet)
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- [LNDManage: Python-based LND Management Suite](https://github.com/bitromortac/lndmanage)
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- [LNTop: Top-like Monitoring Tool for LND](https://github.com/edouardparis/lntop)
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- [Suez: Channel Rebalancing Script](https://github.com/prusnak/suez)
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- [CLBOSS: Automated Core Lightning Node Manager](https://github.com/ZmnSCPxj/clboss)
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- [LND-ManageJ: Java-based LND Management Tool](https://github.com/C-Otto/lnd-manageJ)
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- [LN-Charts: Visualization Tool for Lightning Network Data](https://github.com/cold-sats/ln-charts)
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### Interesting reading
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- [Diamond hands lightning network report](https://medium.com/@coin_and_peace/diamond-hands-lightning-routing-report-jan-2022-85733104fa8d)
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- [Loop lightning network repository](https://www.lopp.net/lightning-information.html)
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- [Lightning landscape](https://www.lightning-landscape.net)
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- [LND security case study - recovering funds from hacked node](https://medium.com/@goryachev/bitcoin-node-security-case-study-e1ca00a378b5)
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## Node Services
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- [LNRouter: Comprehensive Lightning Network Analysis](https://lnrouter.app/)
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- [LN Node Insight: Advanced Node Metrics and Analysis](https://lnnodeinsight.com/)
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- [Lightning Watch: Real-Time Lightning Network Monitoring](https://lightning.watch/)
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## Channel Management
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### Channel Opening Suggestions
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- [Gridflare: AI-Powered Channel Recommendations](https://gridflare.xyz/explore/search)
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- [Moneni NodeMatch: Optimal Node Pairing](https://www.moneni.com/nodematch)
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- [Lightning Terminal: Channel Management Platform](https://terminal.lightning.engineering/#/)
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- [Lightning Network Autopilot: Automated Channel Management](https://github.com/renepickhardt/lightning-network-autopilot)
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Want to explore what is happening in lightning ecosystem check out [Lightning Landscape](https://www.lightning-landscape.net/projects).
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## Tutorials and Guides
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Curious whats happening with Discreet log contracts? There's [dlc.wiki](https://www.dlc.wiki).
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- [Lightning Node Management by Openoms: Comprehensive Guide](https://github.com/openoms/lightning-node-management)
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- [Bitcoin Tutorials by Openoms: In-Depth Learning Resources](https://github.com/openoms/bitcoin-tutorials)
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- [Node Liquidity Guide by Darthcoin: Mastering Liquidity Management](https://darthcoin.substack.com/p/node-liquidity-guide)
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- [Lightning Cleaning Machine by Darthcoin: Optimizing Node Performance](https://darthcoin.substack.com/p/lightning-cleaning-machine)
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- [Recovering Funds from Stuck Closing Transactions: Troubleshooting Guide](https://community.umbrel.com/t/the-guide-where-your-lightning-close-transaction-cant-get-the-channel-closed/15096)
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Wanna know what people are building on Nostr? [nostr.net](https://www.nostr.net) to the rescue.
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## Liquidity Management
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If you want to add something to the list please submit a [PR](https://github.com/aljazceru/lightning-network-node-operator).
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### Inbound Liquidity
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- [Comprehensive Inbound Liquidity Guide](https://github.com/openoms/lightning-node-management/blob/en/createinboundliquidity.md)
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### Swaps and Exchanges
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- [Coinos: Instant Bitcoin-to-Lightning Swaps](https://coinos.io/login)
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- [FixedFloat: Cryptocurrency Exchange with Lightning Support](https://fixedfloat.com/)
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- [SideShift: Automated Crypto Trading Platform](https://sideshift.ai/btc/ln)
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- [Deezy: Lightning Network Liquidity Provider](https://deezy.io/)
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- [Boltz Exchange: Non-Custodial Bitcoin Exchange](https://boltz.exchange/)
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- [Lightning Loop: Submarine Swaps for Liquidity Management](https://github.com/lightninglabs/loop)
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- [ZigZag: Fast Crypto Exchange with Lightning Support](https://zigzag.io/)
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### Liquidity Marketplaces
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- [Lightning Pool: Marketplace for Lightning Liquidity](https://lightning.engineering/pool/)
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- [Voltage Flow: Liquidity Management Platform](https://voltage.cloud/flow)
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- [Amboss Magma: Advanced Liquidity Marketplace](https://amboss.space/magma)
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### Channel Leasing and LSPs
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- [LNBIG: Large-Scale Lightning Network Service Provider](https://lnbig.com/)
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- [Lightning Conductor: Inbound Liquidity Service](https://mainnet.lightningconductor.net/)
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- [Lightning Network Plus (LN+): Collaborative Channel Opening](https://lightningnetwork.plus/)
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- [Lightning Conductor Channels: Custom Channel Creation](https://lightningconductor.net/channels)
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- [LightningTo.Me: Free Inbound Liquidity Service](https://lightningto.me/)
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- [Bitrefill Thor Channels: On-Demand Lightning Channels](https://www.bitrefill.com/buy/lightning-channel/)
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- [Voltage Flow: Automated Liquidity Management](https://voltage.cloud/flow/)
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- [Blocktank: Professional Lightning Service Provider](https://blocktank.to/)
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## Network Explorers
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- [1ML: Comprehensive Lightning Network Explorer](https://1ml.com/)
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- [Amboss Space: Advanced Lightning Network Analytics](https://amboss.space/)
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- [ACINQ Lightning Explorer: Real-Time Network Insights](https://explorer.acinq.co/)
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- [LN Lighthouse: Visual Lightning Network Explorer](https://lnlighthouse.online/)
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- [Bolt Observer Explorer: Detailed Network Analysis](https://bolt.observer/explorer)
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- [Mempool Lightning Explorer: Bitcoin and Lightning Integration](https://mempool.space/lightning)
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## Communities
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- [Lightning Liquidity & Pool Telegram Group](https://t.me/LNBalancedChannels)
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- [Plebnet Telegram Community](https://t.me/plebnet)
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- [Lightning Network Matrix Chat](https://matrix.to/#/#btcln:matrix.org)
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- [r/lightningnetwork Subreddit](https://www.reddit.com/r/lightningnetwork/)
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- [r/TheLightningNetwork Subreddit](https://www.reddit.com/r/TheLightningNetwork/)
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- [Rings of Fire Telegram Group](https://t.me/theRingsOfFire)
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- [Rings of Fire GitHub Wiki](https://github.com/Rings-of-Fire/ring-of-fire/wiki)
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- [Reddit Liquidity Swaps Thread](https://www.reddit.com/r/TheLightningNetwork/search?sort=new&restrict_sr=on&q=flair%3ALiquidity%2BSwaps)
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## Watchtowers
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- [The Eye of Satoshi: Rust-based Watchtower Implementation](https://github.com/talaia-labs/rust-teos)
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- [LND Watchtower: Built-in Watchtower Functionality](https://docs.lightning.engineering/lightning-network-tools/lnd/watchtower)
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## Mempool Resources
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- [Mempool.space: Real-Time Bitcoin Mempool Visualizer](https://mempool.space/)
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- [Bitcoin Explorer: Detailed Transaction and Block Explorer](https://bitcoinexplorer.org/)
|
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- [Johoe's Bitcoin Mempool Statistics: Historical Mempool Data](https://jochen-hoenicke.de/queue/#BTC,24h,weight)
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- [TX Street: Visual Bitcoin and Ethereum Transaction Monitor](https://txstreet.com/v/btc)
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|
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## Educational Resources
|
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|
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- [Lightning Curriculum by Chaincode Labs: Comprehensive Learning Path](https://github.com/chaincodelabs/lightning-curriculum)
|
||||
- [Mastering the Lightning Network: Open-Source Book](https://github.com/lnbook/lnbook)
|
||||
- [Professional Lightning Network Node Rebalancing Tutorial](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0r3Th42zfDk)
|
||||
- [Comprehensive Bitcoin Lightning Network Node Setup Tutorial](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KItleddMYFU)
|
||||
- [T-bast's Lightning Network Documentation](https://github.com/t-bast/lightning-docs)
|
||||
- [Interactive Lightning Network Workshop](https://github.com/roeierez/lightning-workshop)
|
||||
- [Cyberhub's Lightning Network Resources](https://cyberhubnode.notion.site/cyberhubnode/Cyberhub-Home-34858179510a44
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|
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## Network Statistics
|
||||
|
||||
- [1ML.com Lightning Network Statistics](https://1ml.com/statistics)
|
||||
- [Bitcoin Visuals - Lightning Network Metrics](https://bitcoinvisuals.com/lightning)
|
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|
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## Further Reading
|
||||
|
||||
- [Diamond Hands Lightning Network Routing Report](https://medium.com/@coin_and_peace/diamond-hands-lightning-routing-report-jan-2022-85733104fa8d)
|
||||
- [Jameson Lopp's Comprehensive Lightning Network Resource Collection](https://www.lopp.net/lightning-information.html)
|
||||
- [Lightning Landscape: Overview of Lightning Network Projects](https://www.lightning-landscape.net)
|
||||
- [LND Security Case Study: Recovering Funds from a Hacked Node](https://medium.com/@goryachev/bitcoin-node-security-case-study-e1ca00a378b5)
|
||||
|
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## Related Resources
|
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|
||||
To explore other aspects of the Bitcoin and freedom tech ecosystem, check out these additional resource directories:
|
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|
||||
- [DLC.wiki](https://www.dlc.wiki): Everything you need to know about Discreet Log Contracts (DLCs), an innovative Bitcoin smart contract technology.
|
||||
- [Nostr.net](https://www.nostr.net): A complete guide to Nostr (Notes and Other Stuff Transmitted by Relays), including projects, implementations, and resources.
|
||||
- [Ungovernable.tech](https://ungovernable.tech): A curated collection of resources on encryption, privacy tools, and decentralized technologies.
|
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|
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## Contributing
|
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|
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If you'd like to add something to this list, please submit a [Pull Request on GitHub](https://github.com/aljazceru/lightning-network.tech).
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This resource guide is maintained by [@aaaljaz](https://twitter.com/aaaljaz) | [aljaz@nostr.si](https://nostr.at/npub1aljazgxlpnpfp7n5sunlk3dvfp72456x6nezjw4sd850q879rxqsthg9jp). Your contributions help keep this information up-to-date and valuable for the Lightning Network community.
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