Ledger Introduces Recovery Key: Offline NFC Backup Enhances Security, $39.99 for Extra Keys

Coin WorldThursday, Jul 24, 2025 11:52 am ET
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- Ledger launches Recovery Key, an NFC-based offline hardware backup for Flex/Stax wallets, enhancing self-custody security via PIN-protected physical keys.

- Free with new devices ($39.99 for extras), the optional key bypasses written/cloud recovery methods while maintaining KYC-free privacy and flexibility.

- Rigorously tested by internal/external experts, the product aligns with CEO Ian Rogers' mission to simplify secure crypto storage amid exchange risks.

- Priced to compete in a $1.5B market securing 20% of global digital assets, the Recovery Key targets both novices and experts through low-cost hardware alternatives.

Ledger, a leading cryptocurrency wallet provider, has introduced the Ledger Recovery Key, a physical "spare key" designed to enhance user control over digital assets. The product, launched in late June 2025, allows users of Ledger Flex and Ledger Stax devices to generate an offline backup key stored on a hardware card, protected by a PIN code [1]. Unlike traditional recovery methods reliant on written phrases or cloud services, the Recovery Key operates via NFC (near-field communication) technology, enabling direct, intermediary-free access to wallets with a simple tap and PIN entry [2]. The process of creating a spare key takes "within minutes" and remains optional, with users retaining the ability to choose between the physical key, Ledger’s existing recovery service, or traditional 24-word backups [3].

The Recovery Key is included free with new Ledger Flex and Stax orders, while additional keys cost $39.99. Ledger is offering a limited-time complimentary key to existing users of these models [4]. The product underwent internal security testing by Ledger’s "Donjon" team of white-hat hackers and external audits, according to Chief Technology Officer Charles Guillemet, who emphasized its alignment with the company’s mission to simplify self-custody [5]. Ledger CEO Ian Rogers highlighted the product’s role in addressing the risks of centralized exchanges and insecure software wallets, stating, "With Ledger Recovery Key we are making secure self-custody easy-to-use for everyone" [6].

Ask Aime: Cryptocurrency investors are eager to safeguard their digital assets. How can I secure my investments with the new Ledger Recovery Key?

The Recovery Key complements Ledger’s existing Ledger Recover service, a paid option that stores encrypted recovery phrase fragments on secure hardware. Both methods aim to diversify user options while maintaining privacy, as neither requires KYC (Know Your Customer) checks or recurring subscription fees [7]. Ledger’s recent financials reflect its market influence: the firm has raised $577 million, achieved a $1.5 billion valuation, and claims to secure 20% of global digital assets via 7.5 million sold wallets [8].

Analysts note that the Recovery Key’s offline, hardware-based design addresses growing concerns over custodial risks and data breaches in the crypto space. By offering a low-cost, user-friendly alternative to paper backups, Ledger aims to attract both novice and experienced users. However, the product’s reliance on physical security—such as safeguarding the PIN and card—remains a critical consideration for adopters. The limited-time offer for existing customers further underscores Ledger’s strategy to retain market share amid rising competition in the hardware wallet sector.

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