first of all,
the only genuine Ledger hardware wallet you can find it here -> https://www.ledger.com/pages/retailers
and do not buy from anyone else
keep this in mind, and your coins will be stored securely
Topic: Ledger Nano S (Read 17776 times)
Things you need to look out when you handle the Ledger Nano S wallet.
https://coincodex.tv/videos/491/explanation-for-the-ledger-nano-s-scam-or-hack
https://coincodex.tv/videos/491/explanation-for-the-ledger-nano-s-scam-or-hack
This is in any case a good video that explains how to recognize attempt of scam, explained in a very simple way. People need to know that the only correct way to buy such devices is directly from the manufacturer and pin/seed is never send in the package. This is now become old trick how to scam people who do not know the basics how hardware wallets works.
Even such preconfigured devices can be used by reseting them to factory settings, but there is always a bit of doubt that something maybe is modified in the hardware itself.
But watch out when buying from any amazon marketplace. Better buy it directly from Ledger and be sure that the ledger has not been used before. Otherwise it could be manipulated and someone could steal your cryptos.
Yea, make sure the product is firstly by Ledger
and if needed, by directly from their store page on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Ledger/Ledger/page/D665D2FA-1FBB-4A5F-953C-15AC875BC674
buy only genuine Ledger products
the list of genuine re-sellers is here, on Ledger official web site -> https://shop.ledger.com/pages/retailers
or just buy directly from Ledger web shop
But watch out when buying from any amazon marketplace. Better buy it directly from Ledger and be sure that the ledger has not been used before. Otherwise it could be manipulated and someone could steal your cryptos.
Yea, make sure the product is firstly by Ledger
and if needed, by directly from their store page on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Ledger/Ledger/page/D665D2FA-1FBB-4A5F-953C-15AC875BC674
But watch out when buying from any amazon marketplace. Better buy it directly from Ledger and be sure that the ledger has not been used before. Otherwise it could be manipulated and someone could steal your cryptos.
You first example was simply social engineering... that's a fault with the user, not the device.
Have you seen the inside of the case? There is barely enough room for the "actual" board and components. Your chances of putting a "daughter card" in there are practically zero.
Your final example of the "malicious firmware" has already been patched by Ledger.
Fundamentally, they ARE good devices... as long as they're used in a proper manner and with proper consideration and precautions (ie. Only buy from Ledger direct or an authorised reseller, make sure YOU intialise the device, read the instructions and info on Ledger website etc)
Have you seen the inside of the case? There is barely enough room for the "actual" board and components. Your chances of putting a "daughter card" in there are practically zero.
Your final example of the "malicious firmware" has already been patched by Ledger.
Fundamentally, they ARE good devices... as long as they're used in a proper manner and with proper consideration and precautions (ie. Only buy from Ledger direct or an authorised reseller, make sure YOU intialise the device, read the instructions and info on Ledger website etc)
You should be careful and inspect a ledger when you receive it. Unlike the advertising materials on ledger's website, the Nano S is NOT tamper proof. Any number of exploits could be made to the packaging materials (https://news.bitcoin.com/mans-life-savings-stolen-from-hardware-wallet-supplied-by-a-reseller/) or a daughter card could be inserted to inside the case, or malicious firmware could have been written to the device (https://saleemrashid.com/2018/03/20/breaking-ledger-security-model/). Fundamentally, these are not great devices...
I got mine through amazon. Great price.
I would assume Amazon products are great, but if I were you, I would buy directly from the website. Not only it gives more credibility to the product, but also it reduces the middlemen, thus the minimum chance to do any defects to the product to steal product key (when you actually use it). I have read stories that buying from eBay is bad, but usually Amazon is better than eBay, but I would still go for the maximum safe method, that's buying directly from the website.
So I think in this case Amazon is not better than eBay
I got mine through amazon. Great price.
I would assume Amazon products are great, but if I were you, I would buy directly from the website. Not only it gives more credibility to the product, but also it reduces the middlemen, thus the minimum chance to do any defects to the product to steal product key (when you actually use it). I have read stories that buying from eBay is bad, but usually Amazon is better than eBay, but I would still go for the maximum safe method, that's buying directly from the website.
Did anyone buy Ledger from their site and pay Bitcoin for it?
It scares me a bit because Bitcoin has no supervision.
Is there anyone who did it and everything was fine with him and he got the Ledger without problems?
It scares me a bit because Bitcoin has no supervision.
Is there anyone who did it and everything was fine with him and he got the Ledger without problems?
What does the supervision anything to do with the ledger? Ledger is for security purposes of your wallet. And it is better to buy a ledger and ask for experts where they can buy a legitimate one. I think ledger is the best way to secure your crypto wallet and you should have no problems as long as you buy a legitimate one.
I have to say, the delivery of the device was pretty quick. < It was send from Paris in France >?
Yea, the team is based in Paris so that makes sense
Did anyone buy Ledger from their site and pay Bitcoin for it?
It scares me a bit because Bitcoin has no supervision.
Is there anyone who did it and everything was fine with him and he got the Ledger without problems?
It scares me a bit because Bitcoin has no supervision.
Is there anyone who did it and everything was fine with him and he got the Ledger without problems?
I have Ledger Nano S but a bought it from a friend. I don't know where is his source but I'am really satisfied with my Ledger. I put my Ripple and Ethereum there. If you will buy online, just make sure that it is the legit site for Ledger.
I want to know if the hardware wallet can be sent to purchasers any part of the globe as long as payment is confirmed? Or must one be resident in the country of the manufacturer's or vendors to be able to purchase. Am asking because I don't think there is a store where such is sold in the part of the world I come from.
Your best bet is to probably contact Ledger directly and ask them if they ship to your country... I don't live in France (where Ledgers are manufactured) and I was able to order one from the Ledger website and get it delivered to my country. As long as your country is able to receive international shipments (was sent DHL from memory) and you're not breaking any import restrictions, I don't see why you couldn't get one...
I got mine through amazon. Great price.
Hope you took adequate protections to ensure you don't get scammed by a device that was pre-initialised... there have been several reports of people buying from resellers at "great prices" getting devices that already had a seed loaded on it. 
I got mine through amazon. Great price.
I want to know if the hardware wallet can be sent to purchasers any part of the globe as long as payment is confirmed? Or must one be resident in the country of the manufacturer's or vendors to be able to purchase. Am asking because I don't think there is a store where such is sold in the part of the world I come from.
I got my ledger without any problems directly from the website. Payed with Btc.
I am very happy with my Nano Ledger, even though I am not so happy with their latest software update - now it is more complex to log in the Ledger each time you have to and it takes more time. This security measure was not necessary at all, it was paranoia based vs reality based.
Do you mean on pin changed to random number?For me it is almost the same, you just need to pay attention when you pick number-as before it was always start with 5 and now it is just random.Maybe user can lost few seconds on that, but nothing more.I agree that this option makes sense only when using your device in public places and someone is targeting you because knows you have cryptocurrency.
Does anyone know the price in Bitcoin?
In Ledger site price is set from 94.80 Euros + free shipping, and probably may vary in price because of VAT (value-added tax) which can be different in each country.So to get the exact price just go to Ledger site and add 1 device on your cart-at the end you will see final price in Euros.Just click on BTC as option for payment I you will get price in Bitcoin.
Also keep in mind that you might need to pay import duties on the device. I had to pay a large sum of money on top of the courier fees to take ownership of the device. You might be lucky if custom did not open your package, because some friends of mine had their package opened and inspected. They are now uncertain if the device was tampered with.
I am very happy with my Nano Ledger, even though I am not so happy with their latest software update - now it is more complex to log in the Ledger each time you have to and it takes more time. This security measure was not necessary at all, it was paranoia based vs reality based.
Do you mean on pin changed to random number?For me it is almost the same, you just need to pay attention when you pick number-as before it was always start with 5 and now it is just random.Maybe user can lost few seconds on that, but nothing more.I agree that this option makes sense only when using your device in public places and someone is targeting you because knows you have cryptocurrency.
Does anyone know the price in Bitcoin?
In Ledger site price is set from 94.80 Euros + free shipping, and probably may vary in price because of VAT (value-added tax) which can be different in each country.So to get the exact price just go to Ledger site and add 1 device on your cart-at the end you will see final price in Euros.Just click on BTC as option for payment I you will get price in Bitcoin.
Does anyone know the price in Bitcoin?
Visit the official site, click 'Add to cart' -> 'Checkout' -> Scroll down and choose your payment method BTC.
Price will be displayed.
To check the shipping costs, enter your deilvery address.
Does anyone know the price in Bitcoin?
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