NWC (Nostr Wallet Connect)
Layer 2● Common
A protocol enabling applications to request Lightning payments through Nostr relays. Users connect wallets once; apps send payment requests without direct wallet access. Enables seamless zaps and payments in Nostr clients.
Technical Notes
NIP-47 specification. Wallet publishes info event. Connection string includes relay and secret. Commands: pay_invoice, get_balance, make_invoice. Encrypted via NIP-04. Implementations: Alby, Mutiny, many wallets.
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Created:1/3/2026by System