Nostr Guides: What are Zaps?

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What are Zaps? Simply put, they are a value-for-value exchange, or a way for you to send and receive money for your content. Zaps are the best form of feedback that we have—they're better than likes and reactions, as Zaps have real-world value attached to them. With Zaps, you can directly receive compensation or support for your work, making it a powerful tool for creators and users alike. Whether it's through a small tip or a larger donation, Zaps enable meaningful interactions that go beyond virtual thumbs-ups.

To get started with Zaps, you'll want to choose one of the Lightning wallets, websites, or apps below. After selecting your preferred method, you can copy your Lightning address from that wallet and paste it into your Nostr profile to start receiving Zaps. This simple integration enables a seamless connection between Nostr and the Lightning Network.

If you're a complete technical noob, I highly recommend using the Primal Nostr client. Primal has a built-in wallet and makes it very simple and easy to use. You don't need to worry about complex setups or technical hurdles. It’s user-friendly and provides a seamless way to get started with Zaps. For those with more technical experience, you have a plethora of other options available, which are listed below. Enjoy exploring the possibilities of Zaps!

NIP-57 Zaps compatible wallets update:

  • Bitcoin Jungle
  • Geyser
  • Bitcoin Beach (Blink)
  • Current (Client+Wallet)
  • Wallet of Satoshi
  • Zebedee
  • Alby
  • AnonSats
  • Strike
  • Primal (Client+wallet)
  • Coinos
  • Machankura (8333.mobi)
  • vipsats.app
  • lifpay.me
  • npub.cash
  • minibits.cash
  • fountain.fm
  • sats.mobi

Self-Custody Options:

  • BTCPay Server (your own domain)
  • nostdress (your own domain)
  • LNBits (your own domain)
  • Thunderhub (ghst.to)
  • Zeus (zeuspay.com)
  • Voltage
  • Ligess (your own domain)

These wallets and services allow you to directly manage your Zaps with full control over your funds. Whether you prefer to manage your own Lightning node or use a third-party service, there are plenty of options to choose from. Just make sure to select the one that fits your needs, and you'll be ready to receive Zaps in no time!