Tools I use
These are tools I actually use. ★ marks affiliate links that may give me a small benefit if you sign up.
Relay & handles
Nostr relay endpoint
Primary relay at wss://relay.nateeatschicken.xyz with fair-use limits and moderation.
NIP-05 handles
Handles like @handle@nostr.nateeatschicken.xyz set up via Ko-fi and the claim page.
Ko-fi tips
Tip on Ko-fi to help cover server costs and unlock power-user perks.
Affiliate picks
Hetzner Cloud ★
I run parts of this infrastructure on Hetzner; using this referral gives me some credit and helps keep servers running.
AiProfit ★
UK-focused matched-betting/tools platform I’ve used. Side-profit only, not financial advice—use your own judgement.
Non-affiliate tools
Caddy
Reverse proxy handling TLS and routing for the relay and static site.
Docker
Containerized services to keep the relay stack tidy and portable.
Amethyst
My preferred Nostr client when testing handles and relay behavior.
Python
Helper scripts for NIP-05 and supporters management.