LIGHTNING PAYMENTS
How to pay with Bitcoin Lightning
Fast, free, and borderless. Set up your wallet in 2 minutes.
Wallet of Satoshi
The simplest Lightning wallet. Download, open, and you're ready to send sats in under 2 minutes. No technical knowledge required.
- No setup required
- Free
- iOS & Android
- Lightning address included
Strike
Best if you're in Mexico or the US. Connect your bank to buy sats with pesos or dollars. Send money internationally for free.
- Bank integration
- Buy with MXN / USD
- Free transfers
- iOS & Android
Muun
For those who want full control of their Bitcoin. No company holds your funds. Open source and audited. Supports Lightning and on-chain.
- Self-custody
- No KYC required
- Open source
- Lightning + on-chain
Make your first payment
- 1
Download a wallet
Pick one from the list above. Wallet of Satoshi is recommended if this is your first time.
- 2
Add some sats
Buy Bitcoin directly in the app with your card or bank account. You can start with as little as $5 USD.
💡 Only buy what you need for now. You can always add more later.
- 3
Scan the QR code
When ready to pay, click the ⚡ Pay with Lightning button in the store. A QR code will appear — open your wallet, tap Send, and scan it.
- 4
Done — instant payment
The payment settles in seconds. No bank delays, no fees, no borders.
⚡ Lightning payments are final — like cash, but digital.
Common questions
Is Bitcoin safe to use?
Yes. Bitcoin has been running without interruption since 2009. Lightning payments are secured cryptographically — no one can fake or reverse a payment without your approval.
What if Bitcoin's price goes down after I pay?
The price is locked at the moment of checkout. If BTC moves after you pay, your purchase is already complete and unaffected.
Are there fees?
Lightning fees are typically less than 1 sat — fractions of a cent. Effectively zero for most purchases. This is one of the main advantages over credit cards (2-3% fees).
What's the difference between Bitcoin and Lightning?
Bitcoin is the base layer — think of it like gold. Lightning is a payment network built on top that makes small, instant payments practical.
Can I get a refund?
Lightning payments are irreversible like cash. Refund policies depend on the merchant — contact them directly. They can send sats back to your Lightning address.
Ready to try it?
Download a wallet and make your first Lightning payment in minutes.
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