Ledger
Ledger offers hardware wallets that store private keys offline in a tamper‑resistant device, protecting crypto assets from online attacks. The Ledger Live app and crypto card let users manage, trade, stake, and spend assets across 90+ blockchains with built‑in security features like MEV protection and fiat withdrawals.
- Blockchain & Cryptocurrency
- Hardware
Funding
Funding not disclosed
+8Founders
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Product
Problem
Managing private keys on computers or smartphones exposes crypto assets to phishing, malware, and other online attacks. Users lack a convenient way to securely store keys while still accessing a broad range of blockchain services.
Solution
Ledger provides a family of hardware signers that keep private keys offline in a tamper‑resistant device, eliminating exposure to internet‑based threats. The Ledger app connects the device to a unified interface where users can buy, swap, stake, and spend crypto across more than 90 blockchains, with real‑time market data and built‑in MEV protection. A Ledger crypto card extends the same secure key control to everyday payments, offering cashback rewards and fiat withdrawals at ATMs worldwide. By separating key storage from transaction execution, Ledger delivers the security of cold storage with the convenience of a software wallet.
Target Audience
Primary customers are individual crypto investors and active DeFi participants who require high‑security key management, as well as businesses seeking secure asset custody and payment solutions.
Features
- Physical hardware wallet with secure element and certified firmware for offline private‑key storage
- Integrated Ledger Live app supporting buying, swapping, staking, and portfolio tracking for 90+ assets
- Real‑time price aggregation and price‑impact protection, including MEV mitigation
- Ledger crypto card that enables tap‑to‑pay, ATM cash withdrawals, and stablecoin/BTC cashback rewards
- Multi‑chain compatibility through a single interface, eliminating the need for multiple software wallets
- Firmware updates and device authentication to prevent unauthorized access and phishing attacks