archon-lightning

Enable non-custodial Lightning payments for Archon DIDs via BOLT11 invoices and Lightning Addresses.

2|Updated Feb 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/archetech/agent-skills --skill archon-lightning
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: archon-lightning
Source: https://github.com/archetech/agent-skills/tree/main/archon-lightning
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/archetech/agent-skills --skill archon-lightning

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires jq, @didcid/keymaster, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Archon Lightning enables AI agents and DID-based workflows to send and receive sats without custodians, providing direct crypto payments aligned with decentralized identities.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Lightning Wallet Management: create and manage per-DID Lightning wallets.
  • Invoice Generation and Payment: receive and pay BOLT11 invoices with built-in verification.
  • Lightning Address Zapping: send payments to Lightning Addresses and DIDs in a single command.
  • DID Integration: publish and reference Lightning endpoints within DID documents.
  • Transaction History & Balance: view history and current balances for auditable payments.
  • Use cases include agent-to-agent API payments, pay-per-use resources, and microtransaction-based access control.

Quick Start

Create a Lightning wallet for your current DID by running the add-lightning.sh script.

Frequently Asked Questions about archon-lightning

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I enable non-custodial Lightning payments for DID workflows?

Generate and verify BOLT11 invoices using built-in payment verification to ensure transaction integrity. The Skill handles the invoice lifecycle, allowing DID-based workflows to request and confirm real-time micropayments automatically.

How do I send Lightning payments to DIDs and Lightning Addresses?

Yes, this Skill supports AI agent micropayments for pay-per-use resources and API access control. Agents can manage wallets, generate invoices, and verify payments autonomously across decentralized services.

Do I need the keymaster CLI to publish Lightning endpoints to a DID?

Yes, publishing Lightning endpoints to DID documents requires the npx @didcid/keymaster CLI dependency. You also need jq installed to process the JSON data structures within the decentralized identity workflows.

How do I track transaction history and balances for DID Lightning wallets?

Track transaction history and current balances for auditable payments using the wallet management features. This provides visibility into sats sent and received across all agent-to-agent microtransaction workflows.