The company Ledger has announced the development of a browser extension allowing users to connect their physical wallets to decentralised Web 3.0 applications. Initially, this will only be available on Safari and will be compatible with the Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL) blockchains.
Ledger secures Web 3.0 browsing
The French neo-unicorn continues to work for the security of Web 3.0 users. This Monday, Ledger announced the upcoming release of a browser extension that will allow users to connect their physical wallets directly to decentralized applications (dApps), in complete security.
In a few words, it will no longer be necessary to go through various digital wallets to transit cryptocurrencies from a Ledger key to Web 3.0 applications.
Ledger will be launching its own browser extension!
With Ledger Connect, you’ll be able to easily and safely connect your Ledger accounts directly to Web3 apps via desktop or mobile – on the go.
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This extension, called “Ledger Connect”, will initially be released in beta phase. In other words, when it is launched, it will only be available on the Safari browser and compatible with the Ledger Nano X. The addition of other wallets from the Ledger range should come later.
However, beyond the simple practical aspect, Ledger Connect brings a real additional layer of security: the “Web 3 Check” technology. When an application looks suspicious, Ledger’s web extension will immediately alert you to potential risks, history of security issues with the site, or possible fraudulent smart contracts.
An extension compatible with several blockchains
At launch, Ledger Connect will support Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL) blockchains. For the record, this is the first browser extension to offer support for both networks. In the future, Ledger intends to gradually open up to other blockchains.
In addition, to make the user experience easier, Ledger Connect will automatically switch to the correct network when connecting to a Web 3.0 application. However, this automatic blockchain detection feature will not be available at launch.
Our mission is to become your easiest and safest way to experience Web 3.0. That’s why we just announced the upcoming launch of “Ledger Connect”, our new multi-chain browser extension for Safari that will greatly simplify your life in cryptocurrencies.
It is important to note that Ledger Connect will not function as a non-custodial wallet, but simply as an extension serving as a relay between your Ledger wallet and Web 3.0. Indeed, it will not have an asset management function, which means that you will not be able to store and manage your funds from your browser extension.
Therefore, it will still be necessary to have your physical wallet nearby in order to interact with decentralised finance (DeFi) applications and protocols.
