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BitBanana

Unleash your Bitcoin Lightning node!
New in version 1.1.0
Security update: This release is the result of an in-depth security review. Many areas have been hardened, e.g. encrypted connections for LNURL and LndHub, stronger backup encryption and a stricter biometric unlock. We are not aware of any issue ever being exploited, but recommend all users to update.

Also:
- Fixed value input getting corrupted while typing if Fiat currencies approached < 1 sat for their smallest fraction.
- Improve BPI353 DNS Query performance with precaching
- Fixed the payme
⚡️ Superpowers for you and your Bitcoin Lightning node! Use and manage your node wherever you are. ⚡️

BitBanana is a native Android app for node operators focused on user experience and ease of use.
While it is not a wallet on its own, BitBanana works like a remote control, allowing you to use your node as a wallet wherever you go.
The app is designed with an educational approach, providing the user with guidance on every aspect of node operation.

BitBanana is open source and fully self-custodial, which means you are in full control of your funds.

Features:
- Manage multiple nodes
- On-chain transactions and lightning payments
- Channel management
- Routing summary
- Contacts
- Sign/Verify
- NFC support
- Tor support
- 100% open source
... and many other features to explore!
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Versions

Although APK downloads are available below to give you the choice, you should be aware that by installing that way you will not receive update notifications and it's a less secure way to download. We recommend that you install the F-Droid client and use that.

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  • Version 1.1.0 (81) suggested Added on Oct 05, 2026

    arm64-v8a armeabi armeabi-v7a mips mips64 x86 x86_64

    This version requires Android 8.0 or newer.

    It is built and signed by the original developer, and guaranteed to correspond to this source tarball.

    Permissions
    • view network connections
      Allows the app to view information about network connections such as which networks exist and are connected.
    • take pictures and videos
      This app can take pictures and record videos using the camera while the app is in use.
    • run foreground service
      Allows the app to make use of foreground services.
    • run foreground service with the type "connectedDevice"
      Allows the app to make use of foreground services with the type "connectedDevice"
    • run foreground service with the type "dataSync"
      Allows the app to make use of foreground services with the type "dataSync"
    • hide other apps overlays
      This app can request that the system hides overlays originating from apps from being shown on top of it.
    • have full network access
      Allows the app to create network sockets and use custom network protocols. The browser and other applications provide means to send data to the internet, so this permission is not required to send data to the internet.
    • control Near Field Communication
      Allows the app to communicate with Near Field Communication (NFC) tags, cards, and readers.
    • show notifications
      Allows the app to show notifications
    • use biometric hardware
      Allows the app to use biometric hardware for authentication
    • use fingerprint hardware
      Allows the app to use fingerprint hardware for authentication
    • control vibration
      Allows the app to control the vibrator.
    • app.michaelwuensch.bitbanana.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
    • com.wireguard.android.permission.CONTROL_TUNNELS

    Download APK 63 MiB PGP Signature | Build Log

    • New in version 1.0.2
    - Added support for TLS 1.3
    - Added support for number input on persian language
    - Updated translations
  • Version 1.0.2 (80) - Added on Aug 27, 2026

    arm64-v8a armeabi armeabi-v7a mips mips64 x86 x86_64

    This version requires Android 8.0 or newer.

    It is built and signed by the original developer, and guaranteed to correspond to this source tarball.

    Permissions
    • view network connections
      Allows the app to view information about network connections such as which networks exist and are connected.
    • take pictures and videos
      This app can take pictures and record videos using the camera while the app is in use.
    • run foreground service
      Allows the app to make use of foreground services.
    • run foreground service with the type "connectedDevice"
      Allows the app to make use of foreground services with the type "connectedDevice"
    • run foreground service with the type "dataSync"
      Allows the app to make use of foreground services with the type "dataSync"
    • have full network access
      Allows the app to create network sockets and use custom network protocols. The browser and other applications provide means to send data to the internet, so this permission is not required to send data to the internet.
    • control Near Field Communication
      Allows the app to communicate with Near Field Communication (NFC) tags, cards, and readers.
    • show notifications
      Allows the app to show notifications
    • use biometric hardware
      Allows the app to use biometric hardware for authentication
    • use fingerprint hardware
      Allows the app to use fingerprint hardware for authentication
    • control vibration
      Allows the app to control the vibrator.
    • app.michaelwuensch.bitbanana.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
    • com.wireguard.android.permission.CONTROL_TUNNELS

    Download APK 61 MiB PGP Signature | Build Log

    • New in version 1.0.1
    - Receive funds via NFC on a generated LN invoice (LNURL-withdraw)
    - Support reading NFC Tags of type text
    - Fixed incorrect cert and key encoding when parsing CLN connect strings
    - Fixed an issue where RoutHints were omitted in certain edge cases
    - Full persian and spanish translation
    - Updated translations
  • Version 1.0.1 (79) - Added on May 28, 2026

    arm64-v8a armeabi armeabi-v7a mips mips64 x86 x86_64

    This version requires Android 8.0 or newer.

    It is built and signed by the original developer, and guaranteed to correspond to this source tarball.

    Permissions
    • view network connections
      Allows the app to view information about network connections such as which networks exist and are connected.
    • take pictures and videos
      This app can take pictures and record videos using the camera while the app is in use.
    • run foreground service
      Allows the app to make use of foreground services.
    • run foreground service with the type "connectedDevice"
      Allows the app to make use of foreground services with the type "connectedDevice"
    • run foreground service with the type "dataSync"
      Allows the app to make use of foreground services with the type "dataSync"
    • have full network access
      Allows the app to create network sockets and use custom network protocols. The browser and other applications provide means to send data to the internet, so this permission is not required to send data to the internet.
    • control Near Field Communication
      Allows the app to communicate with Near Field Communication (NFC) tags, cards, and readers.
    • show notifications
      Allows the app to show notifications
    • use biometric hardware
      Allows the app to use biometric hardware for authentication
    • use fingerprint hardware
      Allows the app to use fingerprint hardware for authentication
    • control vibration
      Allows the app to control the vibrator.
    • app.michaelwuensch.bitbanana.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
    • com.wireguard.android.permission.CONTROL_TUNNELS

    Download APK 61 MiB PGP Signature | Build Log

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