This is what security feels like

When you store your crypto on an exchange or in a software wallet, your private keys live online, making them vulnerable to hacks, phishing, and malware. Exchanges hold custody of your funds, meaning you do not actually control your private keys. Software wallets, while convenient, still rely on internet-connected devices that can be compromised.

A Ledger secure touchscreen signer keeps your private keys offline inside a Certified Secure Element chip, the same type of high-security hardware used in passports and payment systems. 

Ledger also protects you with Clear Signing.  You can see exactly what you are approving before you sign, giving you complete control and eliminating the risk of hidden or malicious actions.

Choosing Ledger gives you true self-custody with physical security, offline protection, and transparent verification for every action, something no exchange or software wallet can match.

Even if someone steals your Ledger signer, they cannot access your crypto without your PIN code. Entering the wrong PIN three times in a row will automatically reset the device to its factory settings, protecting your private keys from any attempt to break in. Your funds remain safe on the blockchain, accessible only through your Secret Recovery Phrase or Ledger Recovery Key, which should always be stored privately and never shared with anyone. The Secure Element chip inside every Ledger signer is designed to resist both physical tampering and digital attacks. Combined with offline storage and Clear Signing verification, it ensures that your assets remain protected - even if your device is lost or stolen.

You do not lose your crypto if you lose your Ledger signer. Your assets live on the blockchain, not on the device itself. The signer simply provides secure access to them. If your signer is ever lost, damaged, or replaced, you can restore access to your accounts on a new Ledger signer using your Secret Recovery Phrase. This phrase represents the private keys to all your crypto accounts, so it must be stored safely, away from anyone else and protected from damage.

For added convenience, touchscreen signers support Ledger Recovery Key, a secure backup and restore option that lets you quickly regain access to your assets with a simple tap. As long as your Secret Recovery Phrase or Recovery Key is safe, your crypto will always remain yours.

Setting up your Ledger secure touchscreen signer is the first step toward full self-custody of your crypto. Once it is configured, you can follow this article to transfer funds from an exchange to your Ledger signer. If you are moving assets from a software wallet, follow this tutorial for detailed instructions. Ledger signers support over 15,000 coins, tokens, and NFTs, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP, allowing you to easily migrate your portfolio without leaving anything behind. Here you can find the full list of supported coins and tokens → Supported assets

Security has evolved, and so have we. Ledger signer isn’t just a new name, it’s a new standard. A signer isn’t just a hardware wallet; it’s a device that proves you are truly you when accessing apps, signing transactions, and securing your digital life. Ledger devices don’t store digital value. They sign transactions. They prove intent. They verify identity. They’re the secure bridge between who you are and what you do online. They don’t just hold private keys. Signers empower you to trust yourself. We now call Ledger devices signers because that’s what they truly are.

The Secure Screen is controlled directly by the Secure Element of your signer, not your computer or phone, so what you see on the device screen is what you are actually approving, no hacker can alter it. It’s a critical safeguard, giving you complete transparency before you confirm a transaction, ensuring that what you see is what you sign.

The Ledger Nano™ Gen5 is the most accessible, effortless, and fun touchscreen signer. It offers industry-leading security with features like a Secure Element chip, Ledger OS™, and a Secure Screen to enable Clear Signing of supported transactions. And make your signer as unique as you are with the bespoke collection of badges designed by Susan Kare, a playful nod to the classic Ledger Nano range. 

Badges sold separately

For extra peace of mind, this new signer also comes with a private backup solution to ensure you never lose access to your assets: Ledger Recovery Key.