# Reef Chain Now Live on Ledger: Native App for Secure Storage, Staking & More

**Published by:** [Reef Chain News](https://blog.reef.io/)
**Published on:** 2025-08-05
**Categories:** ledger, hardware, wallet, reef, reefchain, stake, sstaking
**URL:** https://blog.reef.io/reef-chain-now-live-ledger-native-app-secure-storage-staking

## Content

We’re excited to announce the official launch of the dedicated Reef app for Ledger hardware wallets, bringing secure, self-custodial access to Reef Chain for users around the world. With this release, you can now connect directly to Reef Chain using your Ledger device — no bridges, no workarounds, just native access to your $REEF and on-chain features.What You Can Do With the Ledger AppThe Reef Ledger app unlocks the full native experience on Reef Chain, while keeping your keys offline and your assets secure. Ledger users can now:Send and receive native $REEF tokens 🔐Stake $REEF and manage nominations via console.reefscan.com 📊Securely hold assets on Reef Chain without relying on browser wallets or third-party custodians 📥It’s all possible now — using the world’s most trusted hardware wallet. In the coming weeks, we will add the ability to interact with other dApps on Reef Chain.A Native App, Built Just for ReefThis Ledger app isn’t a fork or a compatibility layer. The Reef Ledger app is a dedicated, purpose-built application integrated into Ledger Live and directly connected to the Reef Chain infrastructure. Users benefit from:Native Substrate compatibility (no MetaMask required)Support for Reef’s unique staking and governance featuresA direct, secure line into Reef’s growing app ecosystemWith this integration, Reef becomes one of the few chains with full-featured, Ledger-native support not based on an existing app or fork.I would like to personally thank the anonymous donor for making this possible. At a time when Reef's resources were far more scarce, this donor stepped up and has paid for the re-development of Reef's app for Ledger hardware wallets, opening the door for better security for long-term community members, and more secure day-to-day operations. - Derek E. Silva, Chief Operations OfficerGetting StartedOpen Ledger LiveUpdate Ledger LiveUpdate your Ledger wallet’s firmwareGo to “My Ledger” and install the Reef appVisit console.reefscan.com and connect using your Ledger deviceStart staking, sending, and securing $REEF with full confidenceSecure by Default, Powered by ReefLedger integration is a big step toward mainstream adoption. It ensures Reef users can:Store tokens safelyParticipate in staking without browser extensionsUse Reef dApps without compromising on securityWhether you’re a long-time holder or new to Reef, you now have a secure, native option to manage your assets with confidence.If you have been using a Ledger device to store your ERC-20 $REEF on Ethereum, or BSC-20 $REEF on BNB Chain, you must still use https://reefbridge.app to migrate your $REEF to Reef Chain.More to ComeWe’re working on expanding Ledger integration across Reef apps and enhancing the user experience with wallet-native features — like transaction previews, secure staking flows, and mobile support. Try it today and take full control of your Reef assets — powered by Ledger and secured by you. 🔗 Reef Console 💼 Reef Docs

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