“Logging in” to a self‑custody wallet is different from signing in to a website. With Ledger Connects, your local app unlocks your viewing context while your Ledger device remains the place where approvals happen. The result is a calm flow that is difficult for phishers to exploit and easy for you to verify—because every sensitive action must be confirmed on a trusted screen you hold.
Three ideas that change everything about account access—and keep your private keys offline.
Your Ledger device signs transactions internally; private keys do not touch your computer or phone. The app builds and broadcasts transactions you approve on‑device.
The final check is your device screen. If a detail is unfamiliar—address, network, amount—reject. A habit that defeats clipboard swaps and spoofed overlays.
Prompts are written for people. You see exactly what’s about to happen before you say yes.
This demo layout illustrates the flow. Don’t enter real secrets here—approvals always happen on your device.
Good to know: This password protects the local interface. It does not control funds or replace your 24‑word recovery phrase.
Never enter your 24‑word recovery phrase on this or any website. It is only for restoring wallets on a device you control.
Store your authenticator’s backup method separately from your recovery phrase. If you change phones, you’ll want both to remain recoverable—but not in the same place.
Create a unique password for the app and enable biometric lock on mobile. This protects your privacy if the device is left unattended.
Every receive or send should be mirrored on your device screen. Only proceed when the address matches exactly.
Install only the coin apps you need today. Removing an app never removes funds; assets live on the blockchain tied to your 24‑word phrase.
Firmware and coin‑app updates improve compatibility and security. Balances remain on‑chain and unaffected by updates.
Bookmark the official app and support pages. Be wary of ads, pop‑ups, or DMs asking you to “validate your wallet.” Real support never asks for your 24 words.
| Myth | Fact |
|---|---|
| “The app stores my crypto.” | Funds live on‑chain. The app shows balances and builds transactions you approve on your device. |
| “Email/password control my wallet.” | No. Your device and 24‑word recovery phrase represent control. |
| “Firmware updates might delete funds.” | Updates don’t touch your on‑chain assets. After updating, reinstall coin apps if needed—funds remain tied to your 24 words. |
| “Any address in the app is safe.” | Always verify the address on your device screen before sharing or sending. |
Use read‑only mode on desktop or biometric unlock on mobile to glance at balances without connecting your device.
When sending, connect your device and review every prompt on its screen. Consider a tiny test transfer when using a new network or recipient.
From Ledger Live, connect to a dApp with per‑account permissions. Sign messages and approve transactions on your device; reject if anything looks off.
| Pattern | What it looks like | Your safe move |
|---|---|---|
| Fake portals | Look‑alike domains from ads or DMs. | Use your bookmark. Close all tabs if anything feels off. |
| Seed requests | Web forms asking for your 24 words to “verify.” | Stop. Your recovery phrase is never used to log in. |
| Clipboard swaps | Pasted addresses silently change. | Confirm the full address on your device screen; approve only when it matches. |
| Malicious extensions | Browser add‑ons injecting overlays. | Limit extensions, update regularly, and trust the device screen over anything on a monitor. |
Reset the app environment. Assets remain on‑chain and recoverable with your 24‑word phrase; resetting does not move funds.
Install the mobile app on the new device, restore your authenticator via its backup, then connect your Ledger device to re‑establish approvals.
You can unlock the app locally to view data in read‑only mode, but moving funds and many actions require approving on your Ledger device.
No. Your 24‑word recovery phrase is the offline backup. Keep it on paper or steel in two separate locations—not online.
Each supported network uses a coin app to derive addresses and sign. Install only what you need; removing apps does not remove funds.
Use the official help section inside the app or the bookmarked support site. Real support never asks for your 24 words or remote desktop access.
Connect your device, review every prompt on its screen, and enjoy a login flow that’s designed for self‑custody—quietly powerful and phish‑resistant.
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Keep your 24‑word phrase offline. No screenshots. No forms.
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