Which Channels Particularly Need an Authenticity Check

The channel determines how much verification work you should do post-arrival.

Minimal check

ledger.com or top-tier authorised resellers — run the standard unboxing checklist and the Genuine Check.

Extra-careful check

Unverified marketplace sellers, second-hand platforms, or device received as a gift from an unknown source — run the full seven-step unboxing check, plus factory reset and re-initialise to be safe.

Refuse outright

Any seller who asks for your recovery phrase, offers to 'initialise for you', or ships an already-activated device.

Safety reminder: Never share the recovery phrase or PIN. Low prices and unknown channels are high-risk; verify authorisation and seals, and if in doubt, cancel the order or return the device immediately.