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Commitment Output Scripts

lightning.commitment-output-scripts

Lightning commitment transactions pay balances through distinct to_local and to_remote output scripts. The to_local branch uses a revocable CSV-delayed script, while the to_remote branch captures the immediately spendable counterparty output, including the modern static_remotekey pattern.

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Curated resources (3)

• Programming Lightning: Commitment Scripts (article) Interactive lesson covering to_local, to_remote, static_remotekey, and why CSV protects the delayed local branch.
• BOLT 03: Bitcoin Transaction and Script Formats (article) Canonical specification for to_local, to_remote, and related commitment output script templates.
• Mastering the Lightning Network (book) Best long-form treatment of commitment output design, static_remotekey, and the operational safety model behind CSV-delayed spends.

Direct prerequisites (2)

• CHECKSEQUENCEVERIFY (BIP 112)
• Per-Commitment Secrets

Direct dependents (1)

• HTLC Output Scripts

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