A hardware wallet is a cryptocurrency wallet which stores the user's private keys (critical piece of
information used to authorise outgoing transactions on the blockchain network) in a secure hardware
device. The main principle behind hardware wallets is to provide full isolation between the private keys
and your easy-to-hack computer or smartphone.
At Ledger we are developing hardware wallet technology that provides the highest level of security for
crypto assets. Our products combine a Secure Element and a proprietary OS designed specifically to protect
your assets. Ledger hardware wallets empower you with the ownership and control of your private keys.
“Ledger = peace of mind. I'm sure some of us know that unsettling feeling when you know you need a
Ledger but haven't quite organized yourself to get it sorted. If I did it all again, I'd start with
having a Ledger.”
Janet Onagah
@Janet_Oganah
"I got hacked in January and lost 1000s worth of NFTs. I felt disgusted, lost, and willing to quit.
Until my friend told me he's ordering a Ledger. So, we bought the duo deal. Since then, I've been
sleeping."
PrimeNic.eth
@primenic_eth
“I use multiple Ledgers. Different colours = different uses.Public Wallet. Never touch long term
storage. Day to day fund holdings. A back up just in case.”
winny.eth
@winnyeth
"I have 3 Ledgers. Hot Wallet: minting/drawings etc. Main wallet: store most NFTs. Vault wallet: cold
storage of crypto."
2160
@rekt2160
“I have 5 Ledger total. My personal NFT bag. 1 for testing. And 1 for each of my 3 daughters.”
Fanzo 🧢 11.11.22
@iSocialFanz
"If I could, I would name my Ledger Hagrid. Cause it's the keeper of my keys."
Petrica Butusina
@PetricaButusina
"My Ledger is already called "Stew". As it is the steward who looks after my crypto & NFTs, so I
can sleep at night."
Lkmland Crypto 💫
@LkmlandCrypto
"Ledger makes cold storage downright easy. My NFTs land infinitely safer and I don’t have to feel as
paranoid about connecting to new smart contracts."
Matt Oney
@MattOney93
FAQ
Find answers to some of the most common questions.
Thinking about buying crypto or NFTs? You’ll need a crypto
wallet.
When you create a wallet, two keys are generated: a private and a public key.
The wallet stores your keys and allows you to sign transactions, generate new addresses, initiate
transfers, track portfolio balances, manage your crypto, and interact with dApps.
Crypto wallets come in many forms, from hardware wallets like Ledger to mobile apps that you can
download on your phone or tablet.
The public key can be compared to a bank account number that you can share with third parties to
receive crypto without worrying that your assets will be compromised.
The private key signs transactions and allows you to send and receive crypto. It's crucial to keep
your private keys secure and secret. If anyone has access to them, they will also have access to any
crypto assets associated with those keys.
A crypto wallet stores your private keys and gives you access to your assets.
There are different types of crypto wallets, each with its own benefits and
drawbacks. Hot wallets are connected to the
internet and usually convenient to use, however, they are also vulnerable to online attacks.
Examples include web-based, mobile, and desktop wallets. With cold wallets, your private keys are
stored offline and out of reach of online threats. Examples include paper and hardware wallets.
Wallets can also be categorized as custodial or non-custodial, depending on who holds the private
keys. Storing your crypto in a custodial wallet means that a third party controls your private keys
and, therefore, your assets. In contrast, a non-custodial wallet allows you to fully own and control
your crypto.
Hot wallets store private keys on systems connected to the internet, which makes
them susceptible to online attacks. Keeping your crypto on an exchange means you have no true
ownership or control over it. If the exchange files for bankruptcy or pauses withdrawals, you lose
access to your funds.
Hardware wallets store your private keys offline, giving you full control and enhanced security.
Even if you misplace or lose your hardware wallet, you can get a new one and use your Secret
Recovery Phrase to access your assets.
Ready to get started? Here are the steps for getting your crypto wallet:
Get a Ledger hardware wallet. It stores your private
keys in a secure, offline environment giving you peace of mind and complete control over your
assets. All Ledger wallets are powered by an industry-leading Secure Element chip, together with
Ledger's proprietary OS that protects your crypto & NFTs from sophisticated hacks.
Pair your Ledger wallet with the Ledger Live
app to easily send, receive and grow crypto, keep track of your portfolio, and securely
access a range of dApps and Web3 services. All in one place.
Add crypto to your Ledger wallet. Ledger has partnered with leading third-party providers so
that you can securely buy, swap, and grow your crypto through the Ledger Live app. Your crypto
will be sent to the safety of your Ledger hardware wallet.
Thinking about buying crypto or NFTs? You’ll need a crypto
wallet.
When you create a wallet, two keys are generated: a private and a public key.
The wallet stores your keys and allows you to sign transactions, generate new addresses, initiate
transfers, track portfolio balances, manage your crypto, and interact with dApps.
Crypto wallets come in many forms, from hardware wallets like Ledger to mobile apps that you can
download on your phone or tablet.
The public key can be compared to a bank account number that you can share with third parties to receive
crypto without worrying that your assets will be compromised.
The private key signs transactions and allows you to send and receive crypto. It's crucial to keep your
private keys secure and secret. If anyone has access to them, they will also have access to any crypto
assets associated with those keys.
A crypto wallet stores your private keys and gives you access to your assets.
There are different types of crypto wallets, each with its own benefits and
drawbacks. Hot wallets are connected to the
internet and usually convenient to use, however, they are also vulnerable to online attacks. Examples
include web-based, mobile, and desktop wallets. With cold wallets, your private keys are
stored offline and out of reach of online threats. Examples include paper and hardware wallets.
Wallets can also be categorized as custodial or non-custodial, depending on who holds the private keys.
Storing your crypto in a custodial wallet means that a third party controls your private keys and,
therefore, your assets. In contrast, a non-custodial wallet allows you to fully own and control your
crypto.
Hot wallets store private keys on systems connected to the internet, which makes
them susceptible to online attacks. Keeping your crypto on an exchange means you have no true ownership
or control over it. If the exchange files for bankruptcy or pauses withdrawals, you lose access to your
funds.
Hardware wallets store your private keys offline, giving you full control and enhanced security. Even if
you misplace or lose your hardware wallet, you can get a new one and use your Secret Recovery Phrase to
access your assets.
Ready to get started? Here are the steps for getting your crypto wallet:
Get a Ledger hardware wallet. It stores your private keys
in a secure, offline environment giving you peace of mind and complete control over your assets. All
Ledger wallets are powered by an industry-leading Secure Element chip, together with Ledger's
proprietary OS that protects your crypto & NFTs from sophisticated hacks.
Pair your Ledger wallet with the Ledger Live app
to easily send, receive and grow crypto, keep track of your portfolio, and securely access a range
of dApps and Web3 services. All in one place.
Add crypto to your Ledger wallet. Ledger has partnered with leading third-party providers so that
you can securely buy, swap, and grow your crypto through the Ledger Live app. Your crypto will be
sent to the safety of your Ledger hardware wallet.
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