Core Lightning (CLN) Node Hosting
Core Lightning, formerly known as c-lightning, is Blockstream's Lightning Network implementation. It supports dual-funded channels, MPP, splicing, and has a rigorous testing track record. AnubizHost provisions CLN alongside Bitcoin Core on NVMe from $180/mo.
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CLN vs LND
CLN has more rigorous testing and stricter protocol adherence. LND has the larger plugin ecosystem and more public tooling. For routing operations, both are production-grade. For experimental protocol work (offers, splicing), CLN moves faster.
Plugin Ecosystem
CLN plugins are written in any language that supports JSON-RPC. Notable plugins: clboss for autonomous channel management, summars for fast summary statistics, sling for liquidity management, donations plugin for accepting LN tips.
Configuration Notes
CLN uses ~/.lightning/config (or /etc/lightningd) instead of LND's lnd.conf. Authentication is via rune-based access (preferred) or older macaroon-equivalent mechanisms.
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$180/mo Bitcoin + CLN. See Eclair alternative, LND default.
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