Security model
Signing keys are designed to remain on the hardware device. The trusted-display habit is the real control: compare the destination and amount on-device before approving, especially after copying an address from a computer.
Verified product record
Ledger: review, fees and availability
Hardware wallets (Nano S Plus, Nano X, Flex, Stax) with secure element chips.
✓ Facts verified Sep 15, 2026✓ 1 primary sources✓ Commercial disclosure
01Facts verifiedSep 15, 2026
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03Custody modelSelf-custody offline hardware cold storage.
04Identity verificationNone for device usage
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Who Ledger is built for
Ledger is a practical hardware-wallet family for users who need broad asset support and can maintain an offline recovery process. The device improves key isolation; it does not protect a user who approves the wrong address or exposes the recovery secret.
Best for: Multi-asset holders comfortable verifying every transaction on a hardware display.Verified product record
Ledger
- Availability
- Hardware wallets (Nano S Plus, Nano X, Flex, Stax) with secure element chips.
- Supported countries
- Worldwide shipping available
- Networks
- 5,500+ coins and tokens supported via Ledger Live
- Supported assets
- BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, and extensive token library
- Custody model
- Self-custody offline hardware cold storage.
- Identity verification
- None for device usage
Fees
- Device price
- Varies by hardware model
Rewards
- Staking
- Native staking via Ledger Live
Limits
- Cold storage
- EAL6+ certified secure chip
Independent review
Ledger, examined in context
Asset support
Ledger's directory spans thousands of assets through its own software and compatible third-party wallets. Confirm the exact network, device model and required application—not merely the token ticker.
Product questions
Ledger FAQ
Does Ledger hold my crypto?
No. The blockchain records the assets; the hardware wallet protects the keys used to authorize transactions.
Can Ledger recover a lost recovery phrase?
A standard self-custody setup has no central reset. Optional recovery services have separate terms and should be evaluated independently.
Primary sources
Primary sources
- 01supported-assetsSep 15, 2026