How to connect your Ledger wallet to MetaMask?

Prerequisites for Ledger and MetaMask Integration

1. A Ledger hardware wallet—either Nano S, Nano X, or Stax—must be physically present and powered on.

2. The Ledger Live application must be installed on your computer or mobile device to manage firmware and app installations.

3. The Ethereum app must be installed on your Ledger device via Ledger Live before attempting connection.

4. MetaMask browser extension (version 10.32.0 or newer) must be installed in Chrome, Brave, Edge, or Firefox.

5. Your computer must have USB debugging enabled if using a Ledger Nano S or Nano X with older firmware; newer firmware versions handle this automatically.

Enabling Browser Support on Ledger Device

1. Open Ledger Live and navigate to the Manager section.

2. Connect your Ledger and enter your PIN to unlock it.

3. In the Settings menu of Ledger Live, locate “Browser support” and toggle it ON.

4. Confirm the change directly on your Ledger’s screen using both side buttons.

5. Restart your Ledger device to ensure the setting takes full effect.

Connecting Ledger to MetaMask Interface

1. Launch MetaMask and click the network selector in the top-right corner.

2. Select “Connect Hardware Wallet” from the dropdown menu.

3. Choose “Ledger” from the list of supported devices.

4. Ensure your Ledger is unlocked and displaying the Ethereum app home screen.

5. MetaMask will detect the device and display your Ethereum account addresses—select one to proceed.

Approving Transactions via Ledger Confirmation

1. Initiate any transaction inside MetaMask—such as sending ETH or approving a token contract.

2. MetaMask sends the request to your Ledger device.

3. Your Ledger displays the transaction details including recipient address, amount, and gas fee.

4. Use both side buttons to scroll through fields and verify accuracy.

5. Press both buttons simultaneously to approve and sign the transaction.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why does MetaMask show “No accounts found” after connecting my Ledger?It usually means the Ethereum app isn’t open on the device. Navigate to the Ethereum app on your Ledger and keep it active before reconnecting in MetaMask.

Q: Can I use my Ledger with MetaMask on mobile?MetaMask Mobile does not support direct Ledger hardware connections. Only the browser extension version supports USB or Bluetooth pairing with Ledger Nano X and Stax.

Q: Is it safe to leave Browser Support enabled on my Ledger?Yes—Browser Support only allows signing when explicitly triggered by an authorized dApp. It does not grant remote access or expose private keys.

Q: What should I do if MetaMask fails to recognize my Ledger Nano X over Bluetooth?Ensure Bluetooth is enabled on both Ledger and computer, pair them first in Ledger Live, and confirm the “Bluetooth pairing” option is toggled ON in Ledger settings.