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Overview

Welcome to the official documentation for ThunderFlow, a Liquidity Service Provider (LSP) designed for the Lightning Network. ThunderFlow specializes in facilitating inbound liquidity for RGB assets, enabling seamless transactions and payments.

Introduction

What is ThunderFlow?

ThunderFlow is a specialized LSP for the Lightning Network that provides inbound liquidity for RGB assets. It ensures smooth operations and supports both BTC and RGB-denominated assets.

Why Choose ThunderFlow?

RGB assets require tailored liquidity solutions to operate seamlessly within the Lightning Network. ThunderFlow bridges this gap by offering optimized, scalable, and reliable liquidity provisioning.

Benefits & Features

Multi-Asset Liquidity

  • BTC & RGB Asset Support: Provide liquidity in Bitcoin and RGB-issued assets.

Flexible Payment Options

  • Payment Methods: Pay for open channels using BTC, RGB assets, or a volume-based subscription model.

Support & Monitoring

  • Professional Support: Access expert assistance.
  • Real-Time Monitoring: Monitor RGB-denominated Lightning channel operations in real time.

Seamless Integration

  • User-Friendly API: Integrate effortlessly with existing systems for automated channel management.

LSP Specification for RGB

  • Standardized Protocols: Use standardized LSP specifications for RGB assets to ensure ecosystem compatibility.

Future-Ready Integration

  • Advanced Channel Options: Prepare for Just-In-Time (JIT) channels, zero-confirmation channels, and dual-funding channels as they become available for RGB users.

Getting Started

Prerequisites

  1. An active Lightning Network node.
  2. Support for RGB assets in your wallet or application.
  3. API access to ThunderFlow (Request demo via our website).

How to Request Liquidity

  1. Register Your Node: Use the ThunderFlow API to register your node.

  2. Request Liquidity: Send a request specifying the amount, asset type, client node publick key, and channel duration. 1.

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  3. Confirm Payment: Pay using BTC or RGB assets. 1.

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  4. Channel Opening: The channel will be provisioned and monitored in real time. 1.

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Product Plans

Prepaid Plan

  • Direct Payments: Pay directly to the LSP for channel provisioning.
  • Flexible Pricing: Prices vary based on the RGB asset, channel amount, and duration.

Advanced Features

RGB Asset Support

  • Optimize liquidity for RGB-denominated channels.
  • Leverage ThunderFlow’s expertise in handling asset-specific channel management.

Effortless Integration

  • Use straightforward commands to acquire channels from top-tier nodes.
  • Simplify liquidity provisioning for applications.

Real-Time Monitoring

  • Gain insights into liquidity usage, channel health, and asset performance.

Future Developments

Just-In-Time Channels

Automatically open channels when needed, reducing overhead and ensuring liquidity availability.

Dual-Funding Channels

Leverage upcoming dual-funding support to enhance channel efficiency.

Zero-Conf Channels

Enable faster channel openings with zero confirmation requirements.

Request Demo

Visit Request Demo to learn more about ThunderFlow’s capabilities.

Product Plans

Prepaid Plan

  • Direct Payments: Pay directly to the LSP for channel provisioning.
  • Flexible Pricing: Prices vary based on the RGB asset, channel amount, and duration.