# App Connections via NWC

Alby is your companion for bitcoin lightning payments. That's why you can connect it to many other apps via NWC (Nostr-Wallet Connect).

## **Benefits of wallet-app connections:**

**Effortless Connection**: Users connect wallets instantly in a few clicks (no Nostr account required).

**Easy Onboarding:** Come with your own wallet – no need to deposit bitcoin into every app. 

**One-Click Payments:** Seamless in-app transactions – no confirmations or QR codes needed.

**Stay in control:** Connect your wallet to apps with a dedicated budget and custom permissions.

### Learn how to connect Alby Hub to other apps:

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