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In addition to opening channels with other nodes, you can request inbound channels from an LSP in exchange for a percentage of the liquidity held by your node. This is useful when you need inbound capacity to receive payments.

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Requesting an Inbound Channel

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Go to Channels
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Click on the “Channels” tab in the left vertical menu.
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Request New Channel
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Click “Order New Channel” to start the request process.
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Enter Peer Information
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Enter the URL of the LSP you want to request the channel from.
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Allocate Funds
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Specify the required channel parameters:
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  • Channel capacity - Total size of the channel
  • Liquidity allocation - How much liquidity you want on your side
  • Duration - How long the channel should remain open
  • RGB assets (optional) - Any RGB assets to include in the channel
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    Review Details and Pay
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    Make sure all information is correct and proceed with the payment required by the LSP. You can pay via Lightning Network or on-chain.

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    Important Notes

    • The LSP determines the fees for providing inbound liquidity
    • Channel capacity and duration affect the total cost
    • Keep your node online during the channel opening process
    • After payment confirmation, wait for the required blockchain confirmations (typically 3 blocks)
    Next: Channel Backups