MetaMask is a browser extension that allows you to use Ethereum protocols or dApps (decentralized Apps) such as Tinlake. The extension holds your private keys and serves as a wallet for ETH and ERC20 tokens, such as DAI, TIN, or DROP. Connect MetaMask to the dApp and confirm your transactions to transfer and receive tokens.
A hardware wallet stores the user's private keys in a secure hardware device. To use an address stored in a hardware wallet a user needs to be in physical possession of the device. A popular hardware wallet are Ledger.
Download the Ledger Live and follow the steps in the app described here.
Set up first Ledger Ethereum (ETH) account. See more here.
1. Open the "Manager" in Ledger Live.
2. Connect and unlock your device.
3. If asked, allow the manager on your device.
4. Find Ethereum in the app catalog.
5. Click the Install button of the app.
- An installation window appears
- Your device will display Processing...
- The app installation is confirmed
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.When your MetaMask account is connected to the hardware wallet you need to confirm each transaction with Ledger.