Welcome to the official setup guide for your Ledger hardware wallet. Follow these steps to download Ledger Live, initialize your device, back up your seed, and secure your cryptocurrency portfolio.
Get StartedGo to Ledger.com/start and download the official Ledger Live app for your desktop or mobile device. Always ensure you're using the official source to avoid scams.
Use the provided USB cable to connect your Ledger device to your computer or mobile. Unlock the device using the PIN you set during initialization.
During initialization, the device will display a recovery seed (12 or 24 words). Write it down on the card and store it offline — this is your only backup.
Set your PIN, enable optional passphrase protection, and keep firmware and Ledger Live updated to ensure maximum security.
Your private keys never leave the device. Transactions are signed on-device, keeping your secret keys isolated.
Manage Bitcoin, Ethereum, stablecoins, and hundreds of other tokens all through Ledger Live.
Ledger Live offers a simple, intuitive interface, making it easy to send, receive, stake, and exchange crypto.
Ledger continuously releases firmware and software updates to improve security and add support for new assets.