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Phoenix: Bitcoin hot wallet, use and official sources
ACINQ develops Phoenix as a mobile, self-custodial Bitcoin wallet focused on Lightning, with continuously updated Android and iOS code.
Editorially reviewed on 20 August 2026Key information
Phoenix
- Service type
- Bitcoin software wallet
- Platform
- iOS / Android
- Network
- Especially Lightning; self-custodial
- Especially suitable for
- Daily Lightning mobile payments
- Backup
- A self-custodial 12-word recovery phrase; the user is responsible for backing it up securely.
What to watch out for
It is not a conventional on-chain wallet; check current fees and the channel-management model before use.
Before buying or depositing a larger amount, check the current terms, exact domain and details in the official source.
Official sources and documentation
Official sources and documentation
The links show where the information comes from. They are not an independent security audit or a guarantee of future pricing.
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