Frequently asked questions

Question 1

What is Ledger Nano X?

Accepted Answer

Ledger Nano X is a premium hardware wallet / cold wallet with a compact USB sized design that features a small display and two physical buttons. Ledger Nano X offers Bluetooth and USB C connectivity. Ledger Nano X supports multi chain asset management through Ledger Live and selected third party apps.

Question 2

Is Ledger Nano X safe & legit?

Accepted Answer

Ledger Nano X is non custodial and not fully open source. Ledger Nano X uses a certified secure element, device encryption, a pincode, an optional passphrase, and a 24 word recovery phrase. Ledger Nano X has a known record that includes a 2020 customer data breach affecting marketing data and a 2023 Ledger Connect Kit incident with no device private keys compromised.

Question 3

Who created Ledger Nano X?

Accepted Answer

Ledger Nano X was created by Ledger SAS a company founded by David Balland, Eric Larchevêque, Joel Pobeda, Nicolas Bacca, and Thomas France

Question 4

Where is Ledger Nano X's company based?

Accepted Answer

Ledger SAS the company behind Ledger Nano X is headquartered in Paris, France.

Question 5

How does Ledger Nano X work?

Accepted Answer

Ledger Nano X is used through Ledger Live on mobile or desktop and connects with Bluetooth or USB C for account management and transaction signing. Ledger Nano X generates and stores private keys inside a CC EAL5+ certified secure element. Ledger Nano X uses a display and two buttons for on device approvals.

Question 6

When was Ledger Nano X launched?

Accepted Answer

Ledger Nano X was released May 15, 2019.

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