ZELF VS
LEDGER RECOVER
Discover how Zelf Name Service (ZNS) offers unparalleled security and affordability compared to Ledger Recover
| Features |
 ZELF
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 LEDGER
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|---|---|---|
| Product | Wallet and Seed Phrase Manager | Recover Service |
| Price | Starts at $12/year | Shamir Secret Sharing, seed phrase split across third-party custodians |
| Security Method | Biometric zk-Face Proof, decentralized storage, no seed phrase stored locally | Shamir Secret Sharing, seed phrase split across third-party custodians |
| Privacy | No biometric data stored, privacy-preserving zk-Proofs | Requires ID verification, third-party data storage |
| Setup | Instant setup with face scan | Requires Ledger device, PIN, and subscription management |
| Portability | Instant access of wallet and seed phrase with face scan | Requires Ledger device, PIN, and subscription management |
| Type of Storage | App-based, accessible via smartphone | Tied to Ledger hardware |
| Type of Storage | Blockchain + IPFS | Cloud-based recovery via third parties |
| Architecture | Self custodian | Custodian |
| Root of Trust | Biometric | Hardware |
| Offline Feature | Yes | No |
| Open Source | Yes | Partial |
More about zelf
ZELF IS A ...
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Indentified threats
PROBLEMS IN LEDGER's SECURITY
Data Breach Risk
Security researcher Saleem Rashid discovered a supply chain attack where an attacker could tamper with the device before it reaches the user or steal wallet keys locally or remotely. This vulnerability highlights design and architectural issues in Ledger’s dual-chip architecture.
Reference: University of Hawaii West Oahu
Data Breach Risk
Ledger experienced a data breach in 2020 through its e-commerce partner Shopify, where the personal information of approximately 272,000 customers was exposed.
Reference: University of Hawaii West Oahu
Vulnerability in seed phrase recovery service
Ledger introduced an optional seed phrase recovery service called Ledger Recover, which raised privacy concerns as it involves storing users’ encrypted seed phrases with third-party custodians. Critics argue that this undermines the security promise of hardware wallets.
Reference: University of Hawaii West Oahu
Benefits
Beyond A Recovery Service, ZELF is a wallet and seed phrase manager
Superior Security
With zk Face Proof and biometric authentication, your funds are completely protected. You no longer have to worry about compromised seed phrases.
Instant recovery
Access your wallet instantly just by scanning your face. No need to manage or make use of seed phrases.
Blockchain Seed Phrase Storage
Your seed phrase is securely stored on the public blockchain, ensuring you will never lose access to your wallet, no matter what happens to your device.
Personalized ZelfName
Link your wallet to an easy-to-remember Zelf Name and make transactions without complications or long addresses.
Why choose ZNS?
Cost Savings
Save over 90% annually with ZNS compared to Ledger Recover.
User Friendly
No need to memorize or store seed phrases—access your wallet with a simple face scan.
Privacy First
ZNS will never ask for your personal information. Biometrics – PKI ensures no biometric traces are ever stored.
Why do users love us?
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You don’t want to risk the security of your assets, right? @zelfofficial brings something completely new to the crypto world...
@zelfofficial introduces the Seed Phrase Management Solution (SPMS), setting a new standard in security...
Forget about complicated hardware wallets; @zelfofficial gives you the highest level of security...
You don’t want to risk the security of your assets, right? @zelfofficial is bringing something completely new...
@zelfofficial introduces the Seed Phrase Management Solution (SPMS), setting a new security standard...
Forget about complicated hardware wallets; @zelfofficial gives you the highest level of security...
You don’t want to risk the security of your assets, right? @zelfofficial is bringing something completely new...
@zelfofficial introduces the Seed Phrase Management Solution (SPMS), setting a new security standard...
Ready to Secure Your Crypto with ZNS?
Join the future of crypto security for just $12/year. No seed phrases, no hardware, just peace of mind.