How to set up your own Lightning Node using Umbrel.

Learn how to set up your own Lightning Network node in this detailed 30-minute guide! Perfect for Bitcoiners who already have their Umbrel node running and want to explore the exciting world of Lightning. This comprehensive tutorial combines practical setup with theoretical understanding, making it ideal for Lightning beginners.

In this tutorial, we cover:
Lightning Network theory and how it actually works
Setting up your Lightning node securely
Creating and balancing payment channels
Using Boltz for efficient swaps
Sending and receiving Lightning payments
Connecting your node to Zeus mobile wallet

Whether you're new to Lightning or looking to take control of your Bitcoin payments, this step-by-step guide will help you join the Lightning revolution! Make sure to watch our previous video on setting up your Umbrel Bitcoin node first.

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Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction and Prerequisites
01:45 - What is a second layer?
02:30 - Lightning Network explained
06:00 - Setting up the Lightning Node and RTL
10:00 - Opening a Payment Channel
14:00 - Performing a Payment
18:30 - Balancing channels by using Boltz
24:00 - Making a second payment
26:00 - Setting Up Zeus Mobile Wallet
27:30 - Outro