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Protect Your Digital Assets. Keep Control of Your Keys.

Crypto gives you greater control over your financial future—but that control comes with responsibility.

Ledger’s approach to digital asset security is built around self-custody: helping you keep control of the private keys that give you access to your crypto. With a Ledger signer and Ledger Wallet™, you can manage your digital assets while keeping your private keys protected in a dedicated hardware environment.

Your crypto assets exist on blockchain networks. Your Ledger device helps protect the private keys used to access and manage those assets.

Take control. Verify every transaction. Protect what matters.

A Smarter Way to Manage Crypto

Managing digital assets should not mean choosing between convenience and security.

Ledger Wallet™ provides an interface for managing your crypto, while a Ledger signer provides the hardware-based security layer used to protect your private keys and approve transactions.

Together, they are designed to give you a straightforward self-custody experience.

You can use Ledger Wallet™ to explore your portfolio, manage supported assets and access available crypto services. When a transaction requires authorization, your Ledger signer provides an additional security step, allowing you to review and approve the transaction on the device.

This separation is central to Ledger’s security model.

Your internet-connected computer or smartphone provides the interface.

Your Ledger signer protects your private keys.

You remain responsible for approving transactions.

Built Around Self-Custody

Self-custody means you control your own private keys rather than relying on a third party to hold them for you.

That freedom also means security is your responsibility.

Your Secret Recovery Phrase is particularly important. It can provide access to the accounts associated with your wallet, so it should be treated as highly confidential information.

Never share your Secret Recovery Phrase with anyone.

Ledger states that it will never ask you for your recovery phrase. Anyone requesting those words should be treated as a potential scammer.

Keep your recovery information offline and protected from unauthorized access.

Hardware-Based Protection

A Ledger signer is designed to protect private keys in a dedicated hardware environment.

Ledger’s security architecture uses a Secure Element and Ledger OS, with supported devices incorporating a Secure Screen designed to help users verify transaction information before approving it.

This matters because cryptocurrency transactions can be irreversible.

Before confirming a transaction, take the time to review the details displayed on your Ledger device.

Check the recipient.

Check the amount.

Check the network.

Check the transaction details.

Then approve only when everything matches what you intended.

Pause. Verify. Sign with confidence.

Your Keys. Your Responsibility.

A fundamental principle of self-custody is simple:

Your private keys should remain under your control.

Ledger Wallet™ is designed to work with a Ledger signer so that private-key operations remain separated from the internet-connected application environment.

The Ledger Wallet application can provide access to portfolio management and supported crypto services, while the Ledger signer is used to authorize transactions.

This gives you a security-focused workflow:

Connect → Review → Verify → Approve

Rather than blindly accepting what appears on a computer or smartphone screen, review the transaction on your Ledger device before confirming it.

Start Securely

If you already own a Ledger device, begin your setup through Ledger’s official website.

Visit:

Ledger.com/start

The official Ledger setup page provides access to the Ledger Wallet™ application for supported operating systems and devices.

Always make sure you are using an official Ledger source when downloading Ledger software.

Phishing websites and fraudulent applications can imitate legitimate crypto services. Downloading software from unofficial sources can expose you to unnecessary security risks.

When security matters, verify the source before you continue.

A Simple Security Checklist

Before using your Ledger device, keep these principles in mind.

Use Official Sources

Download Ledger Wallet™ from Ledger’s official website or an official Ledger source.

Do not rely on links sent to you through unsolicited messages, social media posts, emails or unknown websites.

Protect Your PIN

Your device PIN helps prevent unauthorized access to the device.

Choose a PIN that is difficult for others to guess and never disclose it to another person.

Protect Your Secret Recovery Phrase

Your Secret Recovery Phrase is extremely sensitive.

Never photograph it.

Never store it in an online document.

Never enter it into a website.

Never send it through email or messaging apps.

Never share it with someone claiming to be Ledger Support.

Store it securely offline.

Verify Transactions

Do not approve a transaction simply because it appears familiar on your phone or computer.

Review the transaction details on your Ledger device before signing.

If something looks wrong, stop.

Beware of Phishing

Crypto scams frequently attempt to create urgency.

Messages may claim that your wallet is compromised, that you must verify your account immediately, or that you need to provide your recovery phrase.

Do not respond impulsively.

Go directly to the official Ledger website instead.

Designed for Confidence

Digital ownership should feel empowering—not intimidating.

Ledger’s ecosystem is designed to help users manage their crypto while maintaining control of their private keys.

Whether you are holding digital assets for the long term, managing a diversified portfolio, or interacting with supported blockchain applications, security should remain part of every transaction.

The goal is not simply to hold crypto.

The goal is to understand how your crypto is controlled, verify what you are approving, and build secure habits that protect your digital ownership.

Security begins with awareness.

Manage Your Digital Assets With Greater Control

Ledger Wallet™ brings portfolio management and supported crypto services into one application, while a Ledger signer adds hardware-based protection for private keys.

Depending on the supported asset, network and service available in your jurisdiction, users may be able to access features such as buying, selling, swapping, staking and other crypto-related functionality.

Availability can vary by country, asset and third-party service provider.

Crypto is a rapidly evolving technology. The tools available today may change over time, which makes maintaining good security practices especially important.

Keep your software updated.

Keep your recovery information protected.

Verify transaction details.

And never share your recovery phrase.

Your Security Is in Your Hands

Self-custody gives you control—but control comes with responsibility.

A hardware wallet can provide an important security layer, but no device can eliminate every possible risk.

You still need to protect your recovery information.

You still need to recognize phishing attempts.

You still need to verify transactions.

You still need to make careful decisions before approving blockchain transactions.

Think of your Ledger device as part of a broader security strategy.

Strong technology + careful habits = stronger protection.

Why Transaction Verification Matters

Blockchain transactions are generally designed to be irreversible once confirmed.

That means an incorrect address, malicious approval or unintended transaction can potentially result in permanent loss of assets.

This is why transaction verification matters.

Do not rush.

Read the information shown on your Ledger device.

If the information does not match your intended transaction, reject it and investigate before continuing.

A few seconds of careful verification can be more valuable than trying to recover from a transaction you never intended to approve.

Stay Alert Against Scams

Scammers may imitate wallet companies, support teams, marketplaces and crypto communities.

They may use professional-looking websites, fake advertisements, social media accounts or urgent messages.

A legitimate-looking message is not proof that a request is genuine.

In particular, treat requests for your Secret Recovery Phrase as a major warning sign.

Your recovery phrase is not a customer-service password.

It is not something you should provide to unlock an account.

It is not something you should enter into a website because someone instructed you to do so.

Keep it secret. Keep it offline.

Secure Your Crypto Journey

Whether you are new to crypto or already managing a digital asset portfolio, security should remain part of your everyday routine.

Start with the official Ledger setup process.

Use official software.

Protect your PIN.

Secure your Secret Recovery Phrase.

Verify transactions on your Ledger device.

Stay alert for phishing attempts.

And remember that self-custody means you are ultimately responsible for protecting access to your assets.

Your digital ownership deserves thoughtful security.

Start With Ledger

Ready to explore secure self-custody?

Begin with Ledger’s official setup resources at:

Ledger.com/start

Use official Ledger software and follow the setup instructions provided by Ledger.

Take your time.

Verify what you see.

Protect your recovery information.

And make security a habit—not an afterthought.

Ledger — Secure your digital ownership.

Disclaimer

This content is provided for general informational and educational purposes and is not financial, investment, legal or tax advice.

Ledger products and services are designed to help users manage and secure access to digital assets, but no technology can guarantee complete protection against loss, theft, phishing, malware, user error or other security threats.

The value of cryptoassets can rise or fall, and you may lose some or all of the value of your assets. Cryptocurrency transactions may be irreversible. Users are responsible for verifying transaction details before signing and for securely protecting their PIN, Secret Recovery Phrase and other security credentials.

Features, supported assets, networks, third-party services and availability may vary by product, jurisdiction and user. Certain crypto transaction services may be provided by third-party providers. Ledger does not provide financial advice or recommendations regarding the use of third-party services.

Never share your Secret Recovery Phrase with anyone. Be cautious of websites, applications, messages or individuals claiming to represent Ledger. Always use official Ledger sources for software downloads and product information.

For current setup instructions and official information, visit Ledger’s official website and use the official Ledger Wallet™ application.

Official setup: Ledger.com/start

Important: If a website or individual asks you to provide your Secret Recovery Phrase, stop and verify the request through official Ledger channels. Your recovery phrase should remain confidential at all times.

Visual Direction: Pink • Red • Black

For a premium crypto-security design, use a deep black background as the foundation with carefully controlled dark red and vivid pink accents.

Background

Use a near-black base such as:

050505 — Deep Black

Add subtle charcoal gradients around the edges rather than using a completely flat background.

Primary Accent

Use a deep security-red tone:

B00020 — Deep Red

This can be used for subtle glows, dividers and security-focused highlights.

Secondary Accent

Use a vivid pink:

FF2D6F — Electric Pink

Reserve this color for important buttons, key words, icons and small visual highlights.

Supporting Colors

Use:

111111 — Charcoal

1C1C1C — Dark Gray

F5F5F5 — Soft White

A7A7A7 — Secondary Text

The overall appearance should feel premium, modern, secure and technology-focused, rather than overly bright or aggressive.

A strong hero section could feature a nearly black background with a soft red-to-pink radial glow behind the headline. Add subtle abstract lines, particles or geometric shapes around the glow to suggest blockchain connectivity without making the design visually busy.

Keep the main text white.

Use pink for the primary call-to-action.

Use red sparingly for warnings and security notices.

For disclaimer sections, use a darker charcoal panel with muted white text so the legal information remains readable without overpowering the main content.

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SECURE CRYPTO MANAGEMENT

Own your digital assets with confidence.

Protect your private keys, verify your transactions and take control of your crypto with a security-focused self-custody experience.

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Your Secret Recovery Phrase is private. Never share it with anyone—including anyone claiming to represent Ledger.

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