How to claim airdrops on Ledger safely? (User Guide)

Understanding Airdrop Eligibility Criteria

1. Eligibility is determined by on-chain activity snapshots taken at specific block heights across multiple networks.

2. Holding balances of ADA, BTC, XRP, SOL, ETH, DOT, AVAX, and MATIC at snapshot times qualifies users for the NIGHT token airdrop.

3. Ledger users must verify ownership through signed message challenges issued by official airdrop portals.

4. Participation requires the Ledger device to be connected during signature verification—no private keys leave the hardware.

5. Addresses derived from Ledger’s BIP-39 seed are automatically recognized if used in qualifying transactions before cutoff dates.

Setting Up Ledger Live for Airdrop Interaction

1. Update Ledger Live to version 2025.05 or later to enable EIP-712 signature support required by modern airdrop contracts.

2. Install the Ethereum, Solana, Cardano, and Bitcoin apps directly from Ledger Live’s app manager—each must be active for cross-chain eligibility checks.

3. Enable “Contract Data” in Settings > Experimental Features to allow contract interaction without manual ABI input.

4. Use the “Explore” tab to locate verified airdrop dashboards like Zerion, which auto-detects eligible tokens across chains including those tied to NIGHT distribution.

5. Disable all third-party browser extensions except Ledger Live’s official connector when interacting with airdrop websites.

Verifying and Signing Airdrop Claims

1. Navigate to the official NIGHT airdrop portal and connect via Ledger Live’s WebUSB interface—not MetaMask or other injected wallets.

2. When prompted to sign a message, confirm the exact domain name displayed on the Ledger Flex or Nano X screen before tapping the physical button.

3. Never approve signatures containing arbitrary hex data or unknown function calls—Legder devices show human-readable intent only for whitelisted dApps.

4. If the portal requests approval of a token transfer or allowance, immediately abort—the NIGHT airdrop requires no gas payment or permission grant.

5. After successful signature, the portal displays a claimable balance; do not click “Claim Now” until the Ledger screen confirms the destination address matches your receiving wallet.

Receiving Claimed Tokens into Ledger Wallets

1. Open Ledger Live and select the correct network (e.g., Ethereum Mainnet for ERC-20 NIGHT, Solana Mainnet for SPL tokens).

2. Click “Receive”, then choose the account where NIGHT should be deposited—verify the full address on-device before copying.

3. Paste the verified address into the airdrop portal’s withdrawal field; mismatched checksums trigger automatic rejection by Ledger Live.

4. Once claimed, tokens appear under “Hidden Balances” until manually added—use the “+ Add Token” flow and input the official NIGHT contract address.

5. Confirm receipt by checking Etherscan or Solscan using the transaction hash provided post-claim—Ledger Live does not auto-refresh token balances after external claims.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I claim an airdrop using a Ledger Nano S Plus if I only hold BTC?A: Yes—BTC holdings are valid for NIGHT eligibility if held in a Ledger-managed address at snapshot time. The claim process uses Bitcoin-signed messages, not Ethereum transactions.

Q: Why does the airdrop portal ask for my Ledger PIN during connection?A: It does not. Legitimate portals never request your PIN. Any site asking for it is phishing—disconnect immediately and report the domain to Ledger’s security team.

Q: Do I need to pay gas fees to claim NIGHT tokens?A: No. The NIGHT airdrop requires zero on-chain transaction for claim initiation. Gas is only needed upon first transfer after receipt.

Q: What happens if I restore my Ledger with a different firmware version?A: Your private keys remain unchanged. All previously eligible addresses retain claim rights as long as the same 24-word recovery phrase is used during setup.