🔑 The Core Principle: Cold Storage Security
A Ledger wallet is a form of **cold storage**, meaning it keeps your private keys completely isolated from the internet. Unlike "hot wallets" (software wallets connected to an exchange or the internet), which are vulnerable to online attacks, malware, and phishing, a Ledger provides an impenetrable physical barrier... [**Continue content here, ensuring bolding and high-quality detail.**]
The Ledger Ecosystem: Devices and Software
Ledger offers a range of hardware wallets to suit different user needs... [**Continue content and feature table here.**]
Ledger Nano S Plus
The essential upgrade, offering high security at an accessible price.
Buy Nano S Plus🛡️ Beyond the Hardware: A Multi-Layered Defense
A Ledger device is the most critical layer, but Ledger’s security model is a multi-layered approach... [**Continue content here, especially the *crucial* Secret Recovery Phrase warning.**]
âť“ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What happens if I lose or break my Ledger hardware wallet?
Your funds are **not** stored on the Ledger device... [**Full FAQ answer here**]
2. Is the Bluetooth connection on the Nano X secure?
Yes. The Bluetooth connection is used only for encrypted communication... [**Full FAQ answer here**]
3. What is Ledger Live and do I have to use it?
**Ledger Live** is Ledger's official and recommended companion application... [**Full FAQ answer here**]
4. Can a Ledger wallet hold NFTs and DeFi assets?
Yes. Ledger wallets are highly compatible... [**Full FAQ answer here**]
5. Why should I choose a hardware wallet over a free software wallet?
Free software (hot) wallets keep your private keys on an internet-connected device... [**Full FAQ answer here**]