• LIGHTNING
  • ON-CHAIN
  • LNURL
  • HUMAN

How to generate Bitcoin invoices with your AI

Connect OpenNode to your AI client to turn chat commands into real payment requests. You'll get Lightning and on-chain addresses instantly.

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Short answer

How can I use my AI to make Bitcoin invoices?

Your AI uses OpenNode tools to generate BOLT11 Lightning invoices or standard on-chain addresses. You just tell your agent the amount and the type of payment you want, and it handles the rest. You'll get the specific payment details needed to collect funds.

Payment outcomes

What you'll receive

The AI handles the technical generation so you can focus on the customer.

LIGHTNING

Instant BOLT11 invoices

The AI generates a Lightning Network invoice for immediate settlement. You get a string or link to send to your customer.

ON-CHAIN

Standard Bitcoin addresses

Your agent creates a unique on-chain address for direct Bitcoin transfers. This works for users without Lightning wallets.

LNURL

LNURL-pay links

The AI sets up LNURL-pay endpoints for simplified mobile payments. This makes it easy for customers to pay via QR code.

HUMAN

Manual verification

The AI cannot confirm if a customer actually sent the funds. You must check your OpenNode account to verify the transaction landed.

The workflow

What your AI does when a payment request arrives.

The AI acts as the bridge between your text commands and the OpenNode API.

  1. Define the payment

    You tell your agent how much Bitcoin you want to collect. The AI parses these details to prepare the request.

    create_charge

  2. Generate Lightning invoice

    For fast, small payments, the AI builds a BOLT11 invoice. This provides a specific amount and destination for the sender.

    create_charge

  3. Create on-chain address

    If you need a standard Bitcoin address, the AI requests a new one from the provider. This works for traditional wallet transfers.

    create_address

  4. Set up LNURL

    The AI can also generate LNURL-pay requests. This creates a more flexible way for users to interact with your payment request.

    create_lnurl_pay

Try it

Copy these to start.

Use these prompts to trigger the OpenNode tools.

Starting points

Swap out the amounts and currency types to match what you actually need to charge.

OpenNode Connector

You're all set. Choose your MCP client and follow the setup instructions.

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_wJLw8OVUYCT56VlfqAd0GktYrBFJhVlI0wOkQO7w/mcp

Claude Desktop

Follow the steps below to connect in seconds.

  1. 1In Claude Desktop, open Settings → Connectors.
  2. 2Click “Add custom connector” and paste the connector link above as the remote MCP server URL.
  3. 3Click Add and start a new chat — OpenNode capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "opennode-alternative-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_wJLw8OVUYCT56VlfqAd0GktYrBFJhVlI0wOkQO7w/mcp"
    }
  }
}
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  • Create a Lightning invoice for 5000 sats.

  • Generate a Bitcoin on-chain address for 0.001 BTC.

  • Make an LNURL-pay link for a 10 dollar payment.

  • I need a BOLT11 invoice for 25000 sats to send to a client.

  • Claude
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  • Cursor
  • VS Code
  • Windsurf
  • Claude Code
  • JetBrains
  • Cline

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Connect OpenNode once, then ask.

One connection links your OpenNode account to your AI client. Your credentials stay encrypted and secure.

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FAQ

How this task behaves

  • 01

    Can my AI confirm when a payment is received?

    No. The tools only create the invoices and addresses. You need to check your OpenNode dashboard to see if the funds arrived.

  • 02

    Can the AI change my OpenNode account settings?

    No. The AI only has permission to create charges, addresses, and LNURL links. It cannot touch your account configuration or security settings.

  • 03

    What is the difference between create_charge and create_address?

    create_charge generates a Lightning BOLT11 invoice, while create_address generates a standard on-chain Bitcoin address.

  • 04

    Can I request a specific amount in USD?

    Yes. You can tell your agent the amount in USD, and it will use the tools to generate the appropriate Bitcoin request.

  • 05

    Does the AI handle the actual Bitcoin transfer?

    No. The AI only generates the request. The customer uses their own wallet to send the Bitcoin to the address or invoice provided.

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