How do I set up the Ledger Nano S & X for use with HBAR cryptocurrency? – Hedera Help

What you need before getting started

Ledger Nano S or X with the supplied USB cable.
Computer (at least Windows 8 (64-bit), macOS 10.8, or Linux) with internet.
The Ledger Live application downloaded and installed.

Step 1: Installing Ledger Live on your PC, Mac, or Linux

Ledger Live features interactive setup instructions. Simply open the app to get started. Read the Ledger FAQ on setting up the device and ledger live app: https://support.ledger.com/hc/en-us/articles/360000613793

Updating the Firmware

If you have an older version of firmware on the device, it is required to update the firmware to the latest:

Ledger Nano S firmware update instructions: https://support.ledger.com/hc/en-us/articles/360002731113

Step 2: Installing Hedera Hashgraph "Bolos" app

Open the manager in Ledger Live.
Connect and unlock your Ledger Nano S or X.
If asked, allow the manager on your device by pressing both of the buttons.
Find Hedera Hashgraph in the application catalog.
Click the Install button of the app.
Check the installation progress on the window.
Your device will display "Processing…"
The app installation is confirmed.
Check for the hedera logo on the ledger device display

Step 3: Create an account ID on the Hedera Mainnet using the public key from your Ledger device

To start using the Ledger device with HBAR, you'll need to create an account ID on the Hedera mainnet using the public key found in your Ledger device.

There are two options for creating an account on the Hedera mainnet.

3a: Creating an account ID on the Hedera mainnet through https://portal.hedera.com

Please note that creating a mainnet account in the Hedera Portal requires submitting to KYC, which may take up to 5 business days.

Create a profile at https://portal.hedera.com/ using your mobile device (iOS / Android) and go through the step-by-step KYC process. It may take up to 5 business days for your KYC to be approved.
After KYC has been accepted, you'll need to copy down the public key for your Hedera Hashgraph account from the Ledger device.
At https://portal.hedera.com/ create a Hedera mainnet account by entering your public key into the designated field and click or tap "Submit".
In a few moments, you'll see an account ID (0.0.XXXXX) has been generated. Copy that account ID, as you'll need during "Step 4" found below.

3b: Create an account ID using the Hedera Wallet mobile application (iOS / Android) of someone who already has a Hedera account

You'll need to copy down the public key for your Hedera Hashgraph account from the Ledger device.
Have the existing Hedera account holder open their Hedera Wallet mobile application, and navigate to "Create Account".
Enter your public key copied from the Ledger device into the "PUBLIC KEY" field on the existing Hedera account holder's screen and tap "PAY"
In a few moments, you'll see an account ID (0.0.XXXXX) has been generated. Copy that account ID, as you'll need during "Step 4" found below.

Step 4: How to get a receive address, verify it on the device, and submit a transaction using MyHbarWallet.com

Please watch this video as a visual aid for Step 1 and Step 2, found below. In this video and these instructions, you'll learn how to get a receive address, verify that address on your Ledger device, and submit a transaction using MyHbarWallet.com.

Step 1: Get a receive address & verify it on the device

Plug your Ledger device into the computer using the USB cable.
Navigate in a Chrome browser to https://www.myhbarwallet.com/
On MyHbarWallet.com click "Access My Account" , click "Hardware", and then click "Ledger"
On your Ledger device, it will prompt you to "Export Public Key", press the button associated with the check mark.
You can verify your public key on the Ledger device's display, comparing it to the public key displayed on MyHbarWallet.com.
On MyHbarWallet.com, select the Hedera™ Hasghraph Mainnet underneath "Network" and enter the Account ID (0.0.XXXXX) you created in Step 3.
Click "Continue"

Step 2: Submit a transaction

From MyHbarWallet.com in the "Amount" field, enter how many hbars you'd like to send.
In the "To Account" field, enter the Hedera Mainnet Account ID (0.0.XXXXX) you'd like to send the specified number of HBAR.
(optional) Within the "Memo" field, toggle the "Optional" slider and enter up to 100 characters worth of text as a memo.
On MyHbarWallet.com click "Send XX Hbars" and verify in the prompt that the hbar amount and the recipient's account ID is correct. If it is, click "Continue"
On your Ledger device, it will prompt you to "Transfer with Key"; scroll to the right and left using the associated Ledger device buttons to view: "Sender Account ID", "Recipient Account ID", "Amount", "Fee", "Memo", "Confirm", and "Deny".
1. To confirm your transaction: Once the "Confirm" text is displayed on the Ledger device, press both buttons simultaneously.
2. To deny your transaction: Once the "Deny" text is displayed on the Ledger device, press both buttons simultaneously.
Once confirmed or denied, MyHbarWallet.com will display a confirmation of the action you've taken.

Technical Support

Ledger Support: https://support.ledger.com/
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Hedera FAQ: https://help.hedera.com/

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