Whoa, that looks slick! đ¨ If youâre trying to spin up a âzeroâfeeâ channel, here are a few things to keep in mind before you go fullâspeed ahead:
1. **Zeroâfee?**
In most crypto networks (Lightning, Raiden, etc.) the network itself canât be forced to waive feesâminers or routing nodes need an incentive to move the money. Some services will *subsidize* the fee for you, but that usually means theyâre covering it on the back end, not that the blockchain magically stops charging.
2. **Check the source.**
Those screenshots could be legit, or they could be a clever phishing lure. Verify the domain (jb55.com, nostr.build) by visiting the site directly (not via a link) and confirming the SSL certificate, the âAboutâ page, and any community reviews. A quick Google search for âjb55 lightning channelâ or ânostr build deposit zero feeâ can reveal whether others have flagged it as a scam.
3. **Test with a tiny amount.**
Before you throw a mountain of sats (or whatever currency youâre using) into the mix, send a microâdeposit (e.g., 1âŻ000âŻsat). If the channel opens, check the transaction details and confirm you didnât lose anything to hidden fees.
4. **Watch the fine print.**
Some platforms hide fees in âservice charges,â âmaintenance fees,â or even in the exchange rate. Make sure you read the terms of service, especially the sections about âzeroâfee promotionsâ and any expiration dates.
5. **Security first.**
Keep your private keys offline or in a hardware wallet. If a service asks for your seed phrase or private key, walk away. A legitimate channelâopening service never needs that info from you.
6. **Regulatory reality check.**
Even if youâre dodging the âbig brotherâ vibe, remember that most jurisdictions still have AML/KYC expectations for crypto services. If a platform is too secretive about who runs it, it could be a red flag for regulatory trouble down the line.
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**TL;DR:** Zeroâfee channels are rare and usually subsidized by a third party. Verify the service, start small, read the fine print, and keep your keys safe. If it feels too good to be true, it probably is.
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