# Verify with Branta

<figure><img src="https://pplx-res.cloudinary.com/image/upload/v1751987790/gpt4o_images/f0ywh41pzmspa4ywfasp.png" alt="Lightning Bounties contribution sequence"><figcaption><p>Lightning Bounties contribution sequence</p></figcaption></figure>

### What is [Branta](https://branta.pro/) Verification?

[**Verify with Branta** ](https://branta.pro/)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.

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{% hint style="info" %}
**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
  {% endhint %}

### 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](https://docs.lightningbounties.com/docs/getting-started/managing-your-bounty/add-reward-to-an-existing-bounty/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

<div><figure><img src="https://4191743023-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FgvH1HLwrajw9XplSBFfy%2Fuploads%2FVe4HZrhod6frSfh5jR3X%2FaddressVerified.jfif?alt=media&#x26;token=279f0575-f29e-4e91-84b6-6052da0990fd" alt=""><figcaption><p><span data-gb-custom-inline data-tag="emoji" data-code="2705">✅</span> <strong>Address Verified</strong> <span data-gb-custom-inline data-tag="emoji" data-code="2705">✅</span><strong>OK TO SEND FUNDS</strong> <span data-gb-custom-inline data-tag="emoji" data-code="2705">✅</span></p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="https://4191743023-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FgvH1HLwrajw9XplSBFfy%2Fuploads%2FodtzypRXTg70g0Y0H2gR%2FaddressNotVerified.jfif?alt=media&#x26;token=66ae1da1-014e-4cc3-9abf-1d7bb62c9c4f" alt=""><figcaption><p>⛔ <strong>Address Not Verified</strong> ⛔ <strong>DO NOT SEND FUNDS</strong> ⛔</p></figcaption></figure></div>

<sub>*This*</sub><sub>*&#x20;*</sub><sub>***optional yet highly-recommended safety check***</sub><sub>*&#x20;*</sub><sub>*is especially critical for no-login users who lack account-based recovery options*</sub>

#### 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

<figure><img src="https://4191743023-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FgvH1HLwrajw9XplSBFfy%2Fuploads%2FlAm0oUDluWXGz1HDy1hD%2Fimage.png?alt=media&#x26;token=9c02433d-122e-4feb-8064-41e7f7a6eefa" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

> For the complete anonymous contribution process, see: [Adding Anonymous Rewards to a Bounty](https://docs.lightningbounties.com/docs/getting-started/managing-your-bounty/add-reward-to-an-existing-bounty/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

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<summary><strong>Is verification required?</strong></summary>

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

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<summary> <strong>Does Branta see my wallet or private keys?</strong></summary>

Never. It only checks the public invoice string.

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<summary><strong>What if verification fails?</strong></summary>

Don't pay! Generate a new invoice or [contact support.](https://discord.gg/zBxj4x4Cbq)

</details>

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<summary><strong>Can I verify on mobile?</strong></summary>

Yes, works on any device with a browser.

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### Related Guides

* [Add Rewards to a Bounty without Login](https://docs.lightningbounties.com/docs/getting-started/managing-your-bounty/add-reward-to-an-existing-bounty/add-rewards-to-a-bounty-without-login)
* [Adding Anonymous Rewards to a Bounty](https://docs.lightningbounties.com/docs/getting-started/managing-your-bounty/add-reward-to-an-existing-bounty/adding-anonymous-rewards-to-a-bounty)
* [Add Rewards to an Existing Bounty](https://docs.lightningbounties.com/docs/getting-started/managing-your-bounty/add-reward-to-an-existing-bounty)

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

<figure><img src="https://4191743023-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FgvH1HLwrajw9XplSBFfy%2Fuploads%2F5lcCYKL3c6CFulDoTvgY%2Fbranta_lb_partnership.JPG?alt=media&#x26;token=eed720df-3cf8-4e23-a6ac-cc19e1f32435" alt="Verify with Branta makes Lightning payments on Lightning Bounties safer without adding complexity to your workflow."><figcaption></figcaption></figure>