How to Use Ledger Live with NEAR Protocol (NEAR) - trittinlair/Ledger-Live-Tips-2000 GitHub Wiki

Introduction

NEAR Protocol (NEAR) is a scalable, developer-friendly blockchain designed for decentralized applications (dApps) and Web3 innovation. While Ledger Live does not natively support NEAR Protocol, you can securely store and manage your NEAR tokens by connecting your Ledger hardware wallet to the NEAR Wallet or Sender Wallet.

This guide will walk you through the steps to safely store, stake, send, and receive NEAR using your Ledger device.

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

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have: ✅ A Ledger Nano S, Nano X, or Nano S Plus ✅ The latest version of Ledger Live installed ✅ The NEAR Wallet (access here) or Sender Wallet (download here) ✅ Your Ledger device initialized and updated with the latest firmware

Step 1: Set Up Your Ledger Device

  1. Initialize Your Ledger (if new)
    • Follow the on-screen setup instructions
    • Securely store your 24-word recovery phrase offline
  2. Update Firmware via Ledger Live
    • Connect your Ledger to Ledger Live
    • Navigate to Manager and install any available updates

Step 2: Install the NEAR App on Your Ledger

  1. Open Ledger Live and go to Manager
  2. Connect and unlock your Ledger device
  3. Search for “NEAR” in the app catalog
  4. Click Install to add the NEAR app to your Ledger

Step 3: Connect Ledger to NEAR Wallet or Sender Wallet

Option 1: Using NEAR Wallet (Web-Based)

  1. Access NEAR Wallet
  2. Connect Your Ledger Device
    • Click “Import Existing Account”
    • Select “Connect Ledger”
    • Plug in and unlock your Ledger
    • Open the NEAR app on your device
    • Confirm the connection in NEAR Wallet
  3. Access Your NEAR Account
    • Your Ledger-secured NEAR address will appear
    • You can now view balances and manage transactions

Option 2: Using Sender Wallet (Browser Extension)

  1. Install Sender Wallet
  2. Connect Your Ledger
    • Open Sender Wallet and select “Connect Ledger”
    • Choose “NEAR” network
    • Open the NEAR app on your Ledger
    • Confirm the connection
  3. Manage Your NEAR
    • Securely store, send, and stake NEAR tokens

Step 4: Send and Receive NEAR

Receiving NEAR

  1. In NEAR Wallet or Sender Wallet, click “Receive”
  2. Verify the address shown matches your Ledger display
  3. Share this address with the sender

Sending NEAR

  1. In your wallet, click “Send”
  2. Enter the recipient’s NEAR address and amount
  3. Confirm transaction details on your Ledger screen
  4. Approve the transaction on your device

Staking NEAR with Ledger

NEAR uses a Proof-of-Stake (PoS) consensus mechanism:

  1. Open NEAR Wallet with Ledger connected
  2. Navigate to “Staking” section
  3. Select a validator and enter stake amount
  4. Confirm transaction on your Ledger

Security Best Practices

  • 🔒 Always verify addresses on your Ledger screen
  • 🔄 Keep firmware and apps updated
  • ✉️ Never share your recovery phrase
  • 🌐 Only use official wallet websites

Troubleshooting

❌ Connection Issues?

  • Try a different USB cable
  • Restart browser/wallet
  • Ensure NEAR app is open on Ledger

❌ Balance Not Showing?

Conclusion

While Ledger Live doesn’t directly support NEAR, combining your Ledger with NEAR Wallet or Sender Wallet provides:

✔️ Bank-grade security for your NEAR tokens ✔️ Full control over staking and transactions ✔️ Seamless integration with NEAR’s ecosystem

For more information: 🔗 NEAR Protocol 🔗 NEAR Wallet 🔗 Ledger Support

Secure your NEAR assets with Ledger’s hardware protection today! 🔐