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Phoenix Wallet is back in the US, and it might be the simplest way to master both Bitcoin and Lightning while keeping full control of your funds. In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know — from setup and backups to sending, receiving, splicing, BOLT12 offers, and even sweeping your funds. Whether you're new to Bitcoin or deep into your journey, Phoenix strikes a powerful balance between convenience and self-custody. No channels to manage, no external node required — just fast, reliable Lightning payments with your own keys. https://phoenix.acinq.co/ Get one-on-one help: https://bitcoinmentor.io/ 📌 This video is meant to be a reference you return to over time. Use these timestamps to jump ahead as you learn. 🧠 Timestamps: 00:00-02:02 Introduction 02:02-05:16 Initial Setup 05:16-08:05 Wallet Overview 08:05-20:01 Phoenix For Spending - Fund Your Wallet 20:01-24:49 Sending Bitcoin 24:49-31:43 Phoenix Merchant Setup #1 31:43-36:26 Phoenix Merchant Setup #2 36:26-38:19 Receiving via Invoices 38:19-43:47 Receiving via Bolt12 43:47-49:14 Understanding Channels & Liquidity 49:14-53:15 Understanding Phoenix Infrastructure + Efficiency Tips 53:15-57:21 Understanding BTC Fees VS Phoenix Fees 57:21-01:02:08 Node Connections 01:02:08-01:05:05 Sweep and Wipe Your Wallet 01:05:05-01:09:17 Key Takeaways 🔗 Related Tools & Tutorials Mentioned: Aqua Wallet Tutorial: https://youtu.be/Z--Y4udsJdE?si=0r798Mn5zfIB4Kao Start9 Node Tutorial: https://youtu.be/DKBJ3_3ZomU Sparrow Wallet Tutorial: https://youtu.be/yJpvfRl03Tw?si=GnXtNn8196LYzMFL Boltz Website: https://boltz.exchange ------------------------------ SHOW SPONSORS: BITCOIN WELL BUY BITCOIN https://qrco.de/bfiDC6 COINKITE/COLDCARD (5% discount): https://qrco.de/bfiDBV AQUA WALLET https://qrco.de/bfiD8g NUNCHUK HONEYBADGER INHERITANCE https://qrco.de/bfiDAR HODLHODL NO KYC P2P EXCHANGE https://hodlhodl.com/join/BTCSESSION DEBIFI LOANS https://qrco.de/bfiDCp ------------------------------