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Introducing Ledger Nano Gen5 — The Next-Gen Digital Signer

The Ledger Nano Gen5 marks a major evolution in personal digital security. Moving beyond the traditional hardware wallet, it’s now branded as a secure touchscreen signer, blending powerful security with ease of use made for today’s connected world.

Its elegant 2.76-inch monochrome E Ink touchscreen with capacitive touch provides crystal-clear transaction verification, enabling Clear Signing to protect you against blind signing risks. Connectivity options include USB-C, Bluetooth 5.2, and NFC, allowing seamless connections with desktop and mobile devices, plus support for Ledger Security Key functionality using FIDO2 Passkeys.

Equipped with a Ledger EAL 6+ certified Secure Element chip and Ledger OS, the Gen5 provides uncompromising protection for your private keys and transactions in any environment.

Why Choose Ledger Nano Gen5?

• Industry-Leading Security: Certified Secure Element chip and proprietary Ledger OS ensure your keys never leave your device.
• Clear Signing Experience: Visual transaction details verified on an ultra-readable E Ink touchscreen before you approve.
• All-in-One Connectivity: USB-C cable, Bluetooth 5.2, and NFC support for easy integration across apps and devices.
• Ledger Recovery Key: Your encrypted smart backup card that safeguards your recovery phrase, physically separated and pin-protected.
• Broad Ecosystem Support: Native integration with Ledger Wallet app offering portfolio management, integrated dApp access, crypto swaps, staking, and the Cash-to-Stablecoin feature for instant fiat onramps.

Simple and Secure Setup

Setting up your Ledger Nano Gen5 is straightforward and guided:

1. Order Only Officially: Buy via ledger.com or certified resellers to avoid counterfeit devices.
2. Download Ledger Wallet App: Install on your computer or mobile device to manage your signer and digital assets.
3. Initialize Your Signer: Power on, create a secure PIN, and generate your 24-word recovery phrase, which you must securely write down offline.
4. Connect and Install: Use USB or Bluetooth to connect your device to your app; install cryptocurrency apps for coins and tokens you hold.
5. Explore the Ledger Wallet: Send, receive, buy, sell, swap, stake, and interact with DeFi dApps safely through your connected signer.

Your private keys remain protected at all times while you enjoy a rich set of features designed to simplify your crypto experience.

Best Practices for Maximum Security

• Never share your recovery phrase and store it offline in a secure location, away from digital exposure.
• Regularly update your Ledger device firmware and the Ledger Wallet app to access new security features and patches.
• Be wary of phishing attacks; always verify official websites and avoid clicking links from unknown sources.
• Use Ledger Security Key with NFC for strong FIDO2 two-factor authentication on supporting web services.
• Consider multi-signature configurations for heightened security if managing organizational or substantial assets.

Beyond Wallets: The Ledger Ecosystem

Ledger Nano Gen5 is the gateway to an expansive ecosystem supporting more than 5000 cryptocurrencies and seamless access to the decentralized web. Use the Ledger Wallet app to:

• Trade and swap cryptocurrencies securely without ever exposing your keys.
• Top up your wallet instantly from fiat currency through the integrated Cash-to-Stablecoin feature powered by Noah.
• Access your favorite dApps with secure signer validation, including DeFi protocols and NFT marketplaces.