> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://support.backpack.exchange/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://support.backpack.exchange/wallet/actions/connect-hardware-wallet.md).

# Connect Hardware Wallet

Backpack Wallet is the only Solana wallet to support three of the world's most trusted cold storage hardware providers: Ledger, Trezor and KeystoneBackpack Wallet is also the only Solana wallet to support 3-of-3 multisig; the most secure method for securing crypto assets.Learn more about multisig crypto protection in Backpack's [**How To Use Backpack Wallet For Multisig Protection.**](https://app.gitbook.com/o/1pzK7I96ua1kPK2SCiPg/s/3kiM6CAFBZoTCJcZ8X7k/~/changes/510/wallet/actions/multisig)​​

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**Important steps before importing a hardware wallet to Backpack**

* Complete hardware device setup
* Update hardware device firmware
  * ‍[Ledger firmware](https://www.ledger.com/ledger-live)​[‍](https://trezor.io/trezor-suite)​
  * ​[Trezor firmware](https://trezor.io/trezor-suite)​[‍](https://keyst.one/firmware)​
  * ​[Keystone firmware](https://keyst.one/firmware)‍
* Download the apps needed to support your crypto assets

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### Here's how to connect and import a cold storage hardware wallet to Backpack. <a href="#heres-how-to-connect-and-import-a-cold-storage-hardware-wallet-to-backpack" id="heres-how-to-connect-and-import-a-cold-storage-hardware-wallet-to-backpack"></a>

#### 1. Download the Backpack Wallet <a href="#id-1.-download-the-backpack-wallet" id="id-1.-download-the-backpack-wallet"></a>

* ​[Download Backpack Wallet on Android](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=app.backpack.mobile)​
* ​[Download Backpack Wallet on iOS](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/backpack-crypto-wallet/id6445964121)​
* ​[Download Backpack Wallet browser extension](https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/backpack/aflkmfhebedbjioipglgcbcmnbpgliof)​

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### 2. After creating an Account, open the Main Menu in Backpack and select 'Add Account'.

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### 3. Select 'Import Wallet'.

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### 4. Select 'Import Wallet' and choose the appropriate network.

**Note:** Ledger, Trezor and Keystone each support thousands of crypto tokens and networks. Any choice during this step will allow connection.

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### 5. Select 'Use a hardware wallet'.

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### 6. Select the appropriate hardware wallet and approve connection requests.

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### 7. Choose the appropriate Funded Address(es) and select 'Import Wallet'.

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### 8. Open Backpack Wallet and access your hardware wallet account.

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