How to Use Ledger Live with Uniswap (2024 Secure Guide) - nowakdonte/Ledger-Device-Tutorials-2024 GitHub Wiki

Uniswap is the world’s leading decentralized exchange (DEX), and connecting it to Ledger Live lets you trade tokens securely while keeping full control of your private keys. 

This guide covers three safe methods to use Uniswap with Ledger Live—whether you’re swapping, providing liquidity, or interacting with DeFi protocols.

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

🔐 Why Use Uniswap with Ledger Live?

✅ Non-custodial trading – Your keys never leave the Ledger. ✅ Secure DeFi access – Avoid phishing and malicious smart contracts. ✅ Full transaction control – Verify swaps on your hardware wallet.

⚠️ Warning:

  • Ledger Live doesn’t natively support Uniswap—you’ll need WalletConnect or MetaMask.
  • Always verify contract details on your Ledger screen before signing.

📌 Method 1: WalletConnect (Recommended)

Steps:

  1. Open Ledger Live Mobile (iOS/Android) and ensure your Ledger is connected via Bluetooth.
  2. Go to app.uniswap.org on your desktop browser.
  3. Click “Connect Wallet” → Choose “WalletConnect”.
  4. Scan the QR code with Ledger Live Mobile’s scanner.
  5. Select your Ethereum account and approve the connection.
  6. Trade tokens – Confirm every transaction on your Ledger device.

✅ Pros:

  • No MetaMask needed.
  • Works directly with Ledger Live Mobile.

❌ Cons:

  • Requires a smartphone.

💻 Method 2: MetaMask + Ledger (Desktop Users)

Steps:

  1. Install MetaMask (metamask.io) and connect your Ledger:
    • Open MetaMask → Click “Connect Hardware Wallet” → Select Ledger.
  2. Go to Uniswap and connect MetaMask as your wallet.
  3. When swapping tokens, confirm on your Ledger device.

✅ Pros:

  • Works on desktop without a phone.
  • Supports all EVM chains (Arbitrum, Polygon, etc.).

❌ Cons:

  • Requires MetaMask setup.

📱 Method 3: Ledger Live + Discover Tab (Limited Support)

Some DApps (like 1inch) are integrated into Ledger Live’s Discover section, but Uniswap isn’t fully supported yet.

Workaround:

  1. Enable WalletConnect in Ledger Live’s experimental features.
  2. Use Method 1 above.

⚡ Pro Tips for Safe Uniswap Trading

🔹 Verify token contracts on Etherscan before swapping. 🔹 Set slippage to 0.5-1% (adjust if the trade fails). 🔹 Reject malicious transactions – If a swap looks suspicious on your Ledger screen, cancel it. 🔹 Use a hardware wallet-compatible RPC (e.g., Alchemy) for faster transactions.

🚨 Common Issues & Fixes

Problem Solution
“Transaction failed” Increase slippage or gas fees.
Ledger not connecting Update firmware & restart Ledger Live.
Wrong token balance Clear cache (Settings > Help > Clear Cache).

🚀 Advanced: Providing Liquidity on Uniswap

  1. Connect via WalletConnect/MetaMask (as above).
  2. Navigate to Uniswap’s “Pool” tab and select “Add Liquidity”.
  3. Select your token pair (e.g., ETH/USDC).
  4. Approve the contract (check Ledger screen).
  5. Confirm liquidity addition (you’ll receive LP tokens).

⚠️ Impermanent Loss Risk: Providing liquidity can lead to losses if token prices diverge.

💡 Final Thoughts

While Ledger Live doesn’t natively support Uniswap, combining it with WalletConnect or MetaMask lets you trade securely and self-custodially. Always: ✔ Verify transactions on your Ledger. ✔ Double-check token addresses. ✔ Start with small test swaps.

Questions? Ask below! 🛡️