Alby

What is Alby?

The Bitcoin Lightning wallet for direct payments across the globe offers a seamless and efficient way to send and receive Bitcoin payments through the Lightning Network. Alby, a browser-based wallet, enables users to access Lightning applications and enjoy passwordless logins, providing a secure and convenient payment experience

Highlights

• Direct and Instant Payments: Users can make payments directly between themselves and their counterparts, with transactions happening instantly on the Bitcoin Lightning Network
• Budgeting and Spending Control: Alby allows users to set a budget for each website, ensuring they can spend within their limits without the need to switch apps or search for payment details
• Wallet Integration: Alby lets users connect an existing Bitcoin Lightning wallet or create a new one, providing flexibility and accessibility
• Passwordless Logins: Alby facilitates passwordless logins, enabling users to conveniently access websites and applications that offer simple Lightning-based authentication
• Nostr Network Integration: Users can use Alby to sign messages and chat on the Nostr network without sharing their private key with the website
• Open-Source and Privacy-Focused: Alby is an open-source project, allowing the community to view and contribute to the source code. The wallet does not store any personal information on servers, ensuring user data remains within the user's browser.