Ledger is a company that makes hardware wallets for cryptocurrencies. Ledger wallets are designed to be secure and store private keys offline.
How it works
- Ledger wallets are physical devices that look like USB drives.
- They use a Secure Element chip and a proprietary operating system to protect private keys.
- The user is responsible for the safety of their private keys.
- The Ledger Live app can be used to manage assets.
What it can do
- Buy, sell, and exchange cryptocurrencies
- Stake crypto to earn rewards
- Manage NFTs
- Swap crypto assets
Ledger wallet models
- Ledger Nano S Plus: An entry-level wallet
- Ledger Nano X: A Bluetooth-enabled wallet that's compatible with many devices
- Ledger Stax: A customizable wallet with a touchscreen and wireless charging
Ledger Live app
- Available for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android
- Can be used to manage crypto and NFTs
- Can be used to swap Bitcoin without using fiat currencies