Welcome to the official guide to getting started with Ledger® Live. This step-by-step guide will help you securely login, set up your Ledger device, and manage your crypto assets safely.
Ledger® Live is a secure application that allows users to manage cryptocurrency accounts directly through a Ledger hardware wallet. It provides features such as sending and receiving crypto, portfolio tracking, staking, and app management for your Ledger device.
Visit the official site Ledger.com/start and download the latest version of Ledger Live for your operating system. Always ensure you are using the official source to avoid phishing attacks.
Follow the installation instructions for your device (Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, or iOS). Once installed, open the application to begin setup.
Use a USB cable or Bluetooth (for Ledger Nano X) to connect your Ledger hardware wallet to your computer or mobile device. Confirm device connection and select the preferred language on your device screen.
Choose whether to set up a new wallet or restore from a 24-word recovery phrase. Follow device prompts to set a PIN and generate or restore the recovery phrase securely.
Ledger Live does not use passwords to log in. Your device itself authorizes access. Connect your Ledger hardware wallet and enter your device PIN to log in. Ledger Live will sync all your accounts securely.
After login, you can add cryptocurrency accounts, view balances, and manage transactions. Always confirm transactions on the device screen to ensure security.
Ledger Live allows staking, swaps, and integration with select DeFi platforms. You can also monitor your portfolio, track market data, and manage multiple accounts with ease.
No, Ledger Live requires a Ledger hardware wallet to access private keys securely.
Use your 24-word recovery phrase on a Ledger device to restore access to Ledger Live accounts.
For more information and support, visit Ledger.com/start.
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