Derek Ross on Nostr: Last night while browsing the global feed, I saw a lot of users from other regions of ...

Last night while browsing the global feed, I saw a lot of users from other regions of the world without Zaps enabled. I'd like to take a moment and talk about this and why it's important for you to be able to not only send Zaps, but to receive them.

First, what are Zaps? Simply put, Zaps are Nostr aware Bitcoin #Lightning tips. Zaps are tallied on user's notes, allowing them see how much each individual note is worth, to see it's value.

Next, Zaps are better than likes. Since Zaps have a monetary value, they are perceived as the real signal indicator for each note. If you create interesting or content that others like, they can send you money for that content. This follows the value for value model. #OnlyZaps

Not all #Bitcoin Lightning wallets support Nostr. You do not have to use any of these listed below, but the ones that are listed below do allow you to have your Lightning tips turned into Zaps and tallied on your notes and profile. A Lightning wallet that does not have Zap support still can receive Lightning tips. They just don't tell Nostr that you received one.

What can you do with your Zaps? What can you do with the bitcoin that people have sent you? That's up to you! You can send Zaps to other users by tapping on their ⚡ icon and keep the sats flowing here on Nostr or you can use the bitcoin as money and buy goods and services. Each country around the world is a bit different, but you *should* be able to find items online to purchase. Or, if you'd like, you can hold onto them for a while as their value will increase over time.

If you're not familiar with Bitcoin, just ask. There are plenty of Bitcoin folks on Nostr that would love to help and love to answer your questions.

The following is a list of all Bitcoin Lightning wallets and services that support Nostr integration.

strike.army
vida.page
stacker.news
Bitcoin Jungle
ln.tips (LightningTipBot)
Geyser
Bitcoin Beach
Current (Client+Wallet)
Wallet of Satoshi
Zebedee
Alby
AnonSats

**Advanced**
Self Custody:
BTCPay Server
nostdress