London, United Kingdom, January 29th, 2026, Chainwire
Ledger™ signers and Ledger Wallet™ now offer extended support for the Tezos ecosystem. The update builds on the existing Tezos Layer 1 integration and extends it to Etherlink, Tezos’ EVM-compatible smart rollup.
What the Integration Brings
The integration brings full support for Etherlink and the tez (XTZ) token across Ledger’s ecosystem. It covers:
- Ledger signer integration
- Ledger Wallet functionality
- Upcoming native staking support
Ledger has supported Tezos delegation since 2019. More than 10 million tez (XTZ) have been delegated via Ledger Wallet for voting power. Native staking should further boost how much Ledger users take part in securing the Tezos network. It also opens chances for extra yield.
Self-Custody for Etherlink Users
Following today’s news, Ledger users can also use Ledger’s tried-and-tested secure self-custody for their Etherlink-based tez (XTZ). They also get Clear Signing for tez transfers on Etherlink.
Users of the network can now send, receive, and manage their assets right in Ledger Wallet’s desktop and mobile apps. They get full account views with balance tracking and transaction history. The integration also adds swaps through Ledger Wallet.
Via Ledger Wallet, users can also use the Etherlink DeFi ecosystem. They get access to known protocols, including Curve, Morpho, and Uniswap. They can also reach new asset platforms like uranium.io. This brings tokenized physical uranium and other new assets right into self-custody wallets.
Why Secure Staking Matters
Staking is now a core part of how users take part in blockchain networks. So demand for safe, native staking under self-custody keeps growing. Users want to join new ecosystems without giving up security.
Governance and network security are core pillars for Tezos users. Extended Ledger support for Etherlink and native Tezos staking reflects what users want. It brings EVM compatibility and staking into a self-custody setup that users already trust.
“Uncompromising security is an essential for users of Tezos and Etherlink, and this made enhanced support in the Ledger ecosystem a top priority.
With hardware-enforced clear signing for every Tezos and Etherlink transaction, users can confidently interact with DeFi knowing their assets are protected by Ledger’s uncompromising security,” said Charles Guillemet, CTO at Ledger.
The timing lines up with Etherlink’s explosive growth, as firms look for options beyond Ethereum’s high fees. Etherlink offers sub-second confirmation times and transaction costs under $0.01. It has become the go-to option for DeFi apps that watch their costs. Signer support is especially appealing to institutions that want secure ways to manage their digital asset portfolios.
“This integration represents a significant step in making Tezos and Etherlink assets more accessible to users who prioritize security,” said Anthony Hayot, Head of DeFi Partnerships at Nomadic Labs.
“With this Ledger integration, we’re ensuring that our ecosystem benefits from industry-leading hardware wallet protection while maintaining the seamless user experience that drives adoption.”
Related reading: Tezos launches its Quantumnet post-quantum testnet and our guide to how blockchain security works.
About Ledger
Celebrating its 10 year anniversary in 2024, Ledger is the world leader in Digital Asset security for consumers and enterprises. Ledger offers connected devices and platforms. It has sold more than 8M devices to consumers in 165+ countries and 10+ languages, and serves 100+ financial institutions and commercial brands. Over 20% of the world’s crypto assets are secured by Ledger.
Ledger is the digital asset solution secure by design. Ledger Donjon is the world’s most internationally respected offensive security team. It is relied on as a key resource for securing the world of Digital Assets.
Over 14 billion dollars were hacked, scammed or mismanaged in 2023 alone. Ledger’s security brings peace of mind and uncompromising self-custody to its community.
Don’t buy “a hardware wallet.” Buy a LEDGER signer.
About Tezos
Tezos is an open-source and energy-efficient blockchain. It is designed to empower institutions, developers, and businesses, and to make value transfer easy in a digital world. It is built for the scalable rollout of decentralized apps.
Tezos is one of the first Proof of Stake blockchains. It is supported around the globe and valued for its strong governance, long-term upgradability, and smart contract features. For more information about Tezos, visit source.
About Etherlink
Etherlink is an EVM-compatible blockchain powered by Tezos Smart Rollups technology. It lets developers smoothly deploy any EVM codebase. They can also move users and assets from Ethereum and other linked chains. This enables smooth interaction and asset transfers across different networks. Learn more: source
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