We manage the complex backend so you can focus on your application. Our fully-managed, multi-cloud infrastructure eliminates the operational overhead of running your own nodes.
LABS
Services
Lightning Network Payment Channel Integration
Integrate instant, low-fee Bitcoin payments via the Lightning Network, enabling real-time microtransactions and scalable point-of-sale solutions for your business.
Chainscore © 2026
overview
RELIABLE FOUNDATION
Blockchain Infrastructure
Enterprise-grade node infrastructure with 99.9% uptime SLA and 24/7 monitoring.
- Multi-Protocol Support: Full nodes, archive nodes, and validators for
EVMchains (Ethereum, Polygon, Arbitrum),Solana, andCosmos SDK. - Guaranteed Performance: 99.9% uptime SLA, sub-second latency, and dedicated RPC endpoints with high rate limits.
- Proactive Security: 24/7 monitoring, DDoS protection, and automated failover to ensure uninterrupted service.
Deploy a production-ready, scalable infrastructure layer in days, not months, with predictable costs and expert support.
key-features-cards
BUILT FOR SCALE
Core Technical Capabilities
Our Lightning Network integration delivers enterprise-grade payment infrastructure. We architect for high-volume, low-latency transactions with institutional security.
01
Custom Channel Management
We build automated, non-custodial systems to open, fund, and rebalance payment channels. Optimize capital efficiency and liquidity routing for your specific transaction flows.
< 1 sec
Channel Open
24/7
Automation
02
Multi-Signature Security
Implement 2-of-3 or M-of-N multisig setups for channel funds. Integrate with hardware security modules (HSMs) and institutional key management for regulatory compliance.
SOC 2
Framework
M-of-N
Signer Schemes
03
Real-Time Settlement Engine
Process instant, high-frequency micropayments with sub-second finality. Our engine handles invoice generation, HTLC routing, and failure handling at scale.
10k+ TPS
Capacity
< 100ms
Settlement
04
Liquidity & Routing Optimization
Deploy intelligent algorithms to manage channel balances, select optimal payment paths, and integrate with major Lightning nodes to minimize fees and maximize success rates.
99.5%
Success Rate
~1 sat
Avg. Fee
06
Protocol-Agnostic Gateway
Seamlessly connect Lightning payments to on-chain settlements, stablecoins, or traditional payment rails. We build the bridges for a unified financial stack.
Multi-Chain
Support
REST/WebSocket
APIs
benefits
TANGIBLE RESULTS
Business Outcomes You Can Measure
Our Lightning Network integration delivers quantifiable improvements to your payment infrastructure, from cost savings to user experience. Here’s what you can expect.
01
Near-Zero Transaction Fees
Eliminate on-chain settlement costs for microtransactions. Our integration enables sub-cent payment routing with fees measured in satoshis, unlocking new business models like pay-per-second streaming or in-game purchases.
99.9%
Fee Reduction
< 1 sat
Avg. Routing Fee
02
Sub-Second Payment Finality
Deliver instant settlement for users. Our optimized channel management and node architecture ensures payments confirm in milliseconds, removing the friction of blockchain confirmation waits.
< 500ms
Settlement Time
100%
Success Rate SLA
03
Enterprise-Grade Reliability
Maintain 24/7 payment uptime with our managed node infrastructure. We implement automated channel rebalancing, multi-path payments (MPP), and redundant node failover to ensure your payment rails never go down.
99.95%
Uptime SLA
5 min
Mean Time to Recovery
04
Reduced Operational Overhead
Offload the complexity of channel liquidity management, peer discovery, and protocol updates. Our fully-managed service handles infrastructure, monitoring, and maintenance, freeing your team to focus on core product development.
80%
Ops Time Saved
2 weeks
Integration Time
05
Enhanced User Privacy
Offer greater transaction privacy compared to on-chain payments. Lightning payments are not broadcast to the public ledger, protecting user transaction graphs and sensitive payment data.
0
On-Chain Footprint
E2E Encrypted
Payment Data
06
Scalable Throughput
Process thousands of transactions per second off-chain. Our architecture scales horizontally, supporting high-volume payment use cases like retail checkout, creator monetization, and API billing without congestion or fee spikes.
10k+
TPS Capacity
Linear
Cost Scaling
Infrastructure Decision Analysis
Build vs. Buy: Lightning Network Integration
Compare the total cost, risk, and time investment of developing a custom Lightning node infrastructure versus partnering with Chainscore for a managed solution.
| Key Factor | Build In-House | Partner with Chainscore |
|---|---|---|
Time to First Transaction | 4-8 months | 2-4 weeks |
Initial Development Cost | $150K - $400K+ | $25K - $75K |
Ongoing Node Operations & Liquidity Mgmt | Your DevOps Team | Fully Managed Service |
Security & Audit Overhead | High (Custom Code Risk) | Low (Pre-Audited, Battle-Tested) |
Protocol Upgrade Management | Manual, Your Responsibility | Automated, Included |
Channel Management & Rebalancing | Complex Custom Logic | Automated Optimizer Included |
Settlement Finality & Uptime SLA | Self-Monitored, No SLA | 99.9% Uptime SLA |
Total 3-Year Cost of Ownership | $500K - $1.2M+ | $100K - $250K |
Core Team Focus | Diverted to Infrastructure | On Your Product & Growth |
how-we-deliver
PREDICTABLE, SECURE, FAST
Our Integration Process
A streamlined, four-phase methodology designed to integrate Lightning Network payment channels into your application with minimal disruption and maximum security.
01
Architecture & Strategy
We analyze your tech stack and business logic to design a secure, scalable integration architecture. This includes selecting the optimal LND/c-lightning setup, defining channel management policies, and creating a detailed implementation roadmap.
1-2 weeks
Planning Phase
3+ options
Architecture Reviewed
02
Secure Node Deployment
Our team deploys and configures your Lightning Network node (LND or c-lightning) with enterprise-grade security. Includes firewall configuration, key management, watchtower setup for channel monitoring, and automated backup procedures.
99.9% SLA
Node Uptime
ISO 27001
Security Framework
03
API & SDK Integration
We integrate our battle-tested REST API or language-specific SDKs (Node.js, Python, Go) into your application. This handles invoice generation, payment routing, channel rebalancing, and real-time settlement notifications.
< 100ms
API Latency
Full docs
Developer Support
04
Testing & Go-Live
Rigorous testing on Bitcoin testnet and mainnet with simulated load and failure scenarios. We manage the final deployment, establish monitoring with Grafana/Prometheus dashboards, and provide 24/7 operational support post-launch.
< 3 days
Staging to Prod
24/7 SRE
Post-Launch Support
security
CORE SERVICE
Custom Smart Contract Development
Secure, production-ready smart contracts built by experts for your DeFi, NFT, or enterprise application.
We architect and deploy custom, audited smart contracts that form the secure backbone of your Web3 product. Our development process is built for speed to market and long-term reliability.
From initial concept to mainnet deployment, we manage the entire lifecycle with enterprise-grade security practices.
- Protocol Development: Custom
DeFilogic (DEX, lending, staking),NFTcollections (ERC-721A/1155), andDAOgovernance systems. - Security-First Approach: Built with
Solidity 0.8+andOpenZeppelinlibraries, followed by rigorous internal audits before third-party review. - Full Lifecycle Support: Development, testing (
Hardhat/Foundry), deployment, verification, and ongoing maintenance.
Lightning Network Integration
Frequently Asked Questions
Get clear answers on our process, security, and support for integrating Bitcoin's Lightning Network into your platform.
A standard integration, including payment channel setup, wallet integration, and a basic merchant dashboard, typically takes 3-5 weeks. Complex implementations with custom liquidity management or multi-signature schemes can extend to 8-12 weeks. We provide a detailed project plan with milestones during the initial consultation.
ENQUIRY
Get In Touch
today.
Our experts will offer a free quote and a 30min call to discuss your project.
NDA Protected
Confidentiality24h Response
Time to ValueDirectly to Engineering Team
No Sales Fluff10+
Protocols Shipped
$20M+
TVL Overall