Sending NFTs Through Ledger Live: A Tutorial - aidanonycz/Ledger-Article-Guides-09 GitHub Wiki

Sending non-fungible tokens (NFTs) through Ledger Live is a secure and straightforward process that allows you to transfer your unique digital assets (e.g., digital art, collectibles) from your Ledger hardware wallet to another wallet address. Ledger Live supports NFT management primarily for Ethereum-based (ERC-721 and ERC-1155) NFTs, with some support for Polygon NFTs as well.

Please download the last update of Ledger Live Application:

1.Ledger Live for Windows 10/11

2.Ledger Live for MAC

3.Ledger Live for Android

This tutorial will guide you step-by-step through the process.

Prerequisites

Before you start, ensure you have:

A Ledger hardware wallet (e.g., Nano S, Nano X, or Stax) set up and updated to the latest firmware.
Ledger Live installed (download from ledger.com) and updated to the latest version on your desktop or mobile device.
The Ethereum app (and/or Polygon app, if applicable) installed on your Ledger device via the “Manager” tab in Ledger Live.
An Ethereum account in Ledger Live with your NFTs already present (if not, transfer them to your Ledger-controlled address first).
Enough ETH in your account to cover gas fees (network transaction costs).
The recipient’s wallet address (ensure it supports NFTs—double-check it’s correct!).

Step-by-Step Tutorial: Sending NFTs in Ledger Live

1. Connect and Unlock Your Ledger Device

Plug your Ledger into your computer via USB (or connect via Bluetooth for Nano X) and unlock it with your PIN.
Open the Ethereum app on your Ledger device:
- Navigate to the Ethereum app using the buttons and press both to open it.
- If sending a Polygon NFT, open the Polygon app instead (Polygon NFTs are treated as Ethereum transactions in Ledger Live due to Polygon being an Ethereum layer-2).

2. Open Ledger Live and Select Your Account

Launch Ledger Live on your desktop or mobile device.
Go to the “Accounts” tab (sidebar on desktop, “Wallet” on mobile).
Find and click your Ethereum account containing the NFTs (e.g., “Ethereum 1”). If you renamed it (e.g., “ETH – NFTs”), select that.

3. Locate Your NFTs

Scroll down within the account dashboard to the “NFT (Non-Fungible Tokens) collections” section.
You’ll see a list of your NFT collections (e.g., CryptoPunks, Bored Apes). Click on the specific collection or NFT you want to send.
A window will open showing the NFT’s image (if available) and metadata (e.g., token ID, contract address).

4. Initiate the Send Process

In the NFT details window, click the “Send” button (usually an arrow or labeled clearly).
A new screen will appear prompting you to enter the recipient’s details.

5. Enter the Recipient Address

Paste the recipient’s wallet address in the provided field (e.g., a 0x… Ethereum address).
Double-check the address: Sending to the wrong address is irreversible. Verify it matches the intended recipient (e.g., via a QR code or copy-paste from a trusted source).
Note: Ensure the recipient’s wallet supports the NFT standard (e.g., ERC-721). Most wallets like MetaMask or another Ledger account work fine.

6. Review Transaction Details

Ledger Live treats NFT transfers as Ethereum transactions, so you won’t specify an amount (unlike sending ETH or tokens)—it’s one NFT per transfer.
Check the gas fee estimate:
- Ledger Live suggests a default gas price based on network conditions (e.g., “Standard,” “Fast”).
- You can adjust it (click “Edit” or “Advanced”) if you want to speed up or save on fees, but ensure it’s high enough to process.
Total cost: Only the gas fee in ETH—no additional “amount” since NFTs aren’t divisible.

7. Confirm on Ledger Live

Click “Continue” or “Send” in Ledger Live.
The app will prepare the transaction and prompt you to confirm on your Ledger device.

8. Approve on Your Ledger Device

On your Ledger, review the transaction:
- Blind Signing: For NFT transfers, “blind signing” must be enabled (Settings > Experimental Features > Enable Blind Signing on Ethereum app). If not enabled, update your Ethereum app or enable it manually.
- Screens will show:
  - “Sign Ethereum Transaction.”
  - Recipient address (verify it matches).
  - Gas limit and fee (in ETH).
  - Token transfer details (contract address and token ID—technical but critical).
Press both buttons to “Accept and Send” if everything looks correct. Reject if anything seems off.

9. Wait for Confirmation

Ledger Live will display a “Transaction Sent” message with a transaction hash (e.g., 0x…).
Processing time depends on the Ethereum network congestion and gas fee chosen (minutes to hours).
Track it in Ledger Live’s history or on Etherscan (etherscan.io) by pasting the hash.

10. Verify the Transfer

Once confirmed, the NFT will disappear from your Ledger Live account and appear in the recipient’s wallet.
Ask the recipient to check (e.g., in their Ledger Live, MetaMask, or an NFT marketplace like OpenSea).

Key Notes

Supported NFTs: Ledger Live natively displays and sends Ethereum-based ERC-721 and ERC-1155 NFTs. Polygon NFTs are supported similarly (as they use Ethereum-compatible addresses). Other chains (e.g., Solana, Tezos) require third-party wallets paired with your Ledger.
Gas Fees: You’ll need ETH in your account (0.001-0.01 ETH typically covers it, depending on network traffic—check gas trackers like ethgasstation.info).
Third-Party Wallets: For NFTs not visible in Ledger Live (e.g., rare collections), connect your Ledger to MetaMask or another wallet, then send via that interface. Ledger Live’s NFT view might not detect all assets.

Troubleshooting

NFT Not Showing: Sync your account (refresh icon) or ensure it’s an ERC-721/1155 token. Use OpenSea or Etherscan to verify it’s in your address if Ledger Live misses it.
“Transaction Failed”: Increase gas fee or check ETH balance. Network congestion can also delay it.
Blind Signing Error: Enable blind signing in the Ethereum app settings on your Ledger.

Example: Sending a Bored Ape NFT

You have a Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT in “Ethereum – NFTs.”
In Ledger Live, go to Accounts > Ethereum – NFTs > NFT Collections > Bored Ape #1234 > Send.
Paste a friend’s 0x… address, confirm gas (~$10 in ETH), approve on your Ledger, and send.
They see it in their wallet within 15 minutes (if gas is sufficient).

Why Use Ledger Live?

Security: Your private keys stay offline, signing transactions on the device—safer than hot wallets.
Simplicity: No need to juggle multiple apps for Ethereum NFTs.
Ownership: Full control over your digital assets.

Sending NFTs through Ledger Live is a breeze once you’re set up.