# Zeus Wallet

> Source: https://fuckyc.org/services/zeus-wallet/
> Website: https://zeusln.app/
> Categories: Privacy wallets
> KYC: none — Self-custody Lightning wallet that connects to your own LND, Core Lightning, or Eclair node — or to Zeus's embedded LND for users without a node. No accounts at the wallet layer.
> Status: active
> Jurisdiction: independent open source
> Fiat on-ramp: no
> Payment methods: crypto, lightning
> Founded: 2018
> Open source: yes
> Custodial: no
> Last verified: 2026-01-01

## Verdict

Zeus is the power-user Lightning wallet — connects to your own node over Tor, gives you full visibility and control. The embedded-node mode added in 2024 brings it within reach of users who don't run a separate node. Best fit when "I want the most control over my Lightning setup from a phone" is the requirement.

## Strengths

- Connects to your own Lightning node via Tor, with full control over routing and channel management.
- Embedded-node mode (2024+) for users who want self-custody without running a separate node.
- Open-source under MIT.

## Caveats

- Steeper learning curve than ACINQ Phoenix or Wallet of Satoshi.
- Embedded-node mode is newer; review the trade-offs before betting on it.
- Facts need re-verification by operator (last seeded 2026-01).

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## What Zeus is

A mobile Lightning wallet that connects to your own Lightning node (or to its embedded LND) with full visibility and control.

## Threat-model fit

For Lightning power users with their own node, or self-custody mobile users who want maximum control.

## Sources

- [Zeus documentation](https://docs.zeusln.app/) — accessed 2026-01-01
- [Zeus source](https://github.com/ZeusLN/zeus) — accessed 2026-01-01