Verify with Branta

A simple safety check to confirm your Lightning payment destination before sending Bitcoin.

Lightning Bounties contribution sequence

What is Branta Verification?

Verify with Branta is an optional security feature that lets you double-check a Lightning invoice before paying it on Lightning Bounties. When you see a "Verify Invoice - Branta" link under any payment form, clicking it opens a separate page that confirms the invoice destination is legitimate.

Typical Lightning Bounties payment form with the Branta verification link highlighted below the QR code

Why Branta verification matters:

• Prevents man-in-the-middle attacks that could redirect payments

• Provides independent confirmation outside Lightning Bounties infrastructure

• Protects against clipboard malware and browser extension interference

• Offers multi-device verification capability for high-value contributions

Where You'll Find Verification

You can use Branta verification in three ways on Lightning Bounties:

Payment Method	Where to Find It
Account Deposits	Deposit modal when funding your account
Adding Rewards (Logged In)	Add Reward modal on bounty pages
Anonymous Contributions	Anonymous Add Reward flow

For detailed steps on anonymous contributions, see our guide: Add Rewards to a Bounty without Login

How to Verify an Invoice

Step 1: Generate Your Invoice

1. Complete your payment form (deposit, add reward, etc.)

2. Click "Generate Invoice" or similar button

3. Look for the QR code and invoice details

Step 2: Click Verify

1. Find the "Verify Invoice - Branta" link below the QR code

2. Click it - a new tab will open

3. Wait 1-2 seconds for verification to complete

✅ Address Verified ✅OK TO SEND FUNDS ✅

⛔ Address Not Verified ⛔ DO NOT SEND FUNDS ⛔

_{This optional yet highly-recommended safety check is especially critical for no-login users who lack account-based recovery options}

Step 3: Check the Results

• Green "Verified" = Safe to pay

• Red warning = DO NOT PAY - generate a new invoice

Step 4: Complete Payment

Return to Lightning Bounties and pay the invoice with your Lightning wallet.

Example: Anonymous Reward Verification

Here's how verification works when adding rewards anonymously:

1. Navigate to a bounty on Lightning Bounties

2. Click "Add Reward" (no login required)

3. Enter your amount and generate the invoice

4. Click "Verify Invoice - Branta"

5. Confirm green verification before paying

For the complete anonymous contribution process, see: Adding Anonymous Rewards to a Bounty

Quick Security Comparison

Without Verification	With Verification
Trust the website alone	Independent confirmation
Single point of failure	Backup verification system
No tamper detection	Alerts for fake invoices

FAQ

Is verification required?

No, but it's strongly recommended for your security.

Does Branta see my wallet or private keys?

Never. It only checks the public invoice string.

What if verification fails?

Don't pay! Generate a new invoice or contact support.

Can I verify on mobile?

Yes, works on any device with a browser.

Related Guides

• Add Rewards to a Bounty without Login

• Adding Anonymous Rewards to a Bounty

• Add Rewards to an Existing Bounty

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Verify with Branta makes Lightning payments on Lightning Bounties safer without adding complexity to your workflow.