Cold Storage Ready

Ledger hardware signing, built for Helium workflows.

Keys stay on your device. Review details on Ledger. The wallet only broadcasts after on-device confirmation.

Constructing transaction
Sending to Ledger
Waiting for confirmation
Transaction signed ✓

Review on Ledger

Hardware Context
CONNECTED
8xG7v...k9W
HNT
10.00
Network Fee 0.000005 SOL
Waiting for confirmation on device

Always verify address + amount on device screen.

Signature created

How Ledger signing works

The wallet constructs the transaction, but your hardware has the final say.

Step 01

Build

Wallet constructs an unsigned transaction locally.

Step 02

Transport

Unsigned data is sent to device via secure USB path.

Step 03

Confirm

On Device

Physically review and approve on the device screen.

Step 04

Signed

Signature received and broadcast to Solana RPC.

Safety Note

Always confirm the destination address and amount on the device screen before approving.

Compatibility

Solana signing

Transactions are signed securely via the Solana app installed on your Ledger Nano device.

USB connection

Requires a stable cable connection. The device must be unlocked during the entire signing process.

Account separation

Keep operators' Treasury wallets on hardware while using hot keys for daily Operational tasks.

Exact steps can vary slightly by device model and Ledger app version.

Set it up in minutes

01
Update

Install software

Install Ledger Live and update your device firmware.

02

Install Solana app

Add the official Solana app via Manager.

03

Connect & Unlock

Connect via USB, unlock with PIN, open Solana app.

04
LEDGER

Add in wallet

Select 'Add account' → 'Ledger' in the desktop app.

05

Sign a test TX

Send a small amount first to confirm device setup.

Security Boundary

What Ledger changes (and what it doesn’t)

Ledger adds a hardware approval step. Your keys stay on device.

Software-only signing

Private Keys Encrypted on computer storage
Confirmation Software screen approval
Risk Exposure Higher malware exposure
Risk Level

Ledger hardware signing

Private Keys Never leave hardware element
Confirmation Physical approval on device
Risk Exposure Reduced malware exposure
Risk Level

Do This

  • Verify destination address on the device screen.

  • Keep your recovery phrase offline.

  • Install from trusted sources.

On-device confirmation is your final safeguard.

Avoid This

  • Typing your seed phrase into any website.

  • Approving unknown transactions blindly.

Most common cause of loss
Fleet Orchestration

Made for hotspot operators
and fleet workflows

Organize accounts by security tier. Keep core assets offline while maintaining operational wallets for daily claiming and fee management.

Designed for fleet managers overseeing distributed hotspots across the global decentralized network.

Treasury separation
Cold-store significant HNT, MOBILE, or IOT balances securely.
Operations wallet
Keep local hot keys for fast SOL and Data Credit usage.
Labels stored locally
Tag hardware accounts clearly to keep fleet ops organized.
Security tiers
Operator accounts
Main Treasury
8xG7v...k9W
LEDGER
Ops Payout
3mD8u...p1X
HOT KEY
Sub-fleet 01
7yT2p...z4Q
WATCH
Labels stored locally on this device. No background sync.
Support

Troubleshooting

Fast fixes for the most common Ledger + Solana signing issues.

Connection

Device not detected

Most likely cause

Cable/port, locked device, or Ledger app not open.

Fix

Try a different USB port/cable and unlock Ledger.

USB checklist
Solana App

Prompt not appearing

Most likely cause

Solana app not open or device not ready.

Fix

Open Solana app, reconnect, retry transaction.

Signing checklist
Signing

Transaction rejected

Most likely cause

Rejected on device or timed out.

Fix

Retry and confirm address + amount on-device.

What to verify on-screen
Network

RPC connection issues

Most likely cause

Unstable or throttled RPC endpoint.

Fix

Switch to a trusted RPC and retry broadcast.

RPC settings
Accounts

Account not showing

Most likely cause

Wrong derivation path or account index.

Fix

Try account discovery and re-import.

Account recovery

Escalate the issue

Open an issue with debug logs.
Never share your seed phrase.

Tip: If you’re troubleshooting signing, confirm address + amount on the device screen every time.

Common Questions

Does Ledger keep my keys offline?

Yes. When using a Ledger device, the private keys never leave the hardware's secure element. The wallet sends an unsigned transaction to the device, and the device returns only the signature.

Why does the device show a different address format?

Helium runs on Solana. Addresses shown on the Ledger screen will be standard Base58 Solana addresses, not legacy Helium addresses.

What if the transaction fails after signing?

If the RPC network rejects it (e.g., due to congestion), your assets are safe. You will just need to initiate and sign the transaction again.

Do I still need SOL for fees?

Yes, the hardware account itself must hold a small amount of SOL to pay for network transaction fees, just like a software wallet.

Can I use Ledger with multiple accounts?

Yes. The wallet supports deriving multiple accounts from a single connected Ledger device.

What should I verify on-screen?

Always cross-check the destination address and the amount shown on the physical Ledger screen against what you intended to send.