# Use 2HOT with Ledger

It is a wise move to use a hardware wallet to protect your funds, so naturally, the 2HOT DAO protocol supports connection with Ledger. There are 2 options available:

* Import the Ledger address into the MetaMask extension and connect with MetaMask ("**MetaMask**" option in the Connect Wallet list) 
* Connect with Ledger directly ("**Ledger**" option in the Connect Wallet list)

Read on to learn about the advantages of each approach and the steps to take to connect to 2HOT. 

### Import the Ledger address into MetaMask and connect via the extension

In our opinion, this approach is more convenient because it does not sacrifice the security of funds stored on the hardware wallet, yet offers a simpler connection process and a more accurate estimate of gas cost. \
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Before you proceed, make sure your Ledger firmware is updated to the latest version. \
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To connect Ledger to MetaMask: 

1. Download and install MetaMask extension
2. Open the extension and complete the initial set-up procedure
3. Connect Ledger to your PC via USB cable
4. Head to the **Ethereum App** on your Ledger
5. Browse to **Settings** and navigate to **Contract Data**
6. Make sure **Contract Data** is set to `Allowed`
7. In MetaMask, click on the avatar in the top-right corner and choose Connect Hardware Wallet
8. Choose **Ledger** between the two options and press `Connect`
9. Follow the instructions on the \
   screen

#### To connect Ledger to 2HOT via the MetaMask extension:

1. Choose **MetaMask** by pressing on `Connect Wallet` button
2. Choose your Ledger address and press `Connect`

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That's it! Any deposit you make will come from the Ledger address and your xxxETH and xHOT tokens will also be stored there.  
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