Lightning Wallet MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Lightning Wallet in Claude Code

Remote URL

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http lightning-wallet https://lightningfaucet.com/mcp

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "lightning-wallet": {
      "url": "https://lightningfaucet.com/mcp"
    }
  }
}

npm

Claude Code

claude mcp add lightning-wallet -- npx -y lightning-wallet-mcp

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "lightning-wallet": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "lightning-wallet-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Lightning Wallet MCP server do?

Bitcoin Lightning wallet for AI agents with L402/x402 paid API support, operator/agent hierarchy, budget controls and a CLI.

Is the Lightning Wallet MCP server free?

Probably not entirely. The listing mentions pay-per-call, credits or a subscription. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Lightning Wallet run locally or remotely?

Local + Remote. Can run locally or be used as a hosted remote server.

How do I add Lightning Wallet to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http lightning-wallet https://lightningfaucet.com/mcp

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