Ledger.com/Start

Official Ledger Getting Started Guide

Welcome to Ledger.com/Start — the official and secure onboarding path for your Ledger hardware wallet. Learn how to set up your device, install Ledger Live, protect your private keys, and begin your crypto journey safely.

Start Setup

Step-by-Step: Setting Up Your Ledger Wallet

1. Unbox Your Device

Inside the box, you’ll find your Ledger device (Nano X or Nano S Plus), USB cable, recovery sheets, and instructions. Always ensure the packaging is sealed to confirm authenticity.

2. Connect to Your Computer

Plug in your Ledger via USB or Bluetooth (Nano X). Your device’s screen will power on, guiding you through the setup process directly on its secure display.

3. Install Ledger Live

Visit the official site Ledger.com/Start to download Ledger Live — your secure app for managing assets, checking balances, and installing apps on your device.

4. Create a New Wallet

Choose to set up a new wallet on your device. Ledger will generate a 24-word recovery phrase that acts as the backup to your crypto. Write these words down and store them offline.

5. Verify Recovery Phrase

Confirm your 24 words on the Ledger screen. This ensures you have written them correctly. Never share your phrase — Ledger will never ask for it online or via email.

6. Install Crypto Apps

Using Ledger Live, install apps for Bitcoin, Ethereum, or other supported assets. Each app corresponds to a blockchain, giving you full control of your portfolio.

Ledger Hardware Wallet

Your Keys, Your Crypto

Ledger hardware wallets keep your private keys offline — away from hackers and malware. Every transaction must be verified directly on your Ledger device’s screen, ensuring no unauthorized actions occur.

Unlike exchanges or online wallets, Ledger gives you complete ownership of your assets. Even if your computer is compromised, your funds remain secure in cold storage.

Always use official channels like Ledger.com/Start to download software. Fake apps or phishing websites are the most common cause of crypto loss. Stay alert and double-check URLs before entering information.

Explore Ledger Live

Ledger Live is the official app that connects your hardware wallet to your computer or smartphone. It’s your all-in-one platform to buy, sell, stake, and manage crypto securely.

Manage Assets

View all your crypto balances, recent transactions, and portfolio value in real time. Ledger Live supports thousands of coins and tokens.

Stake & Earn

Earn passive income by staking supported assets directly through Ledger Live while keeping full custody of your private keys.

Buy & Exchange Securely

Purchase crypto or swap between coins using trusted third-party integrations built directly into the Ledger Live interface.

Privacy by Design

Ledger Live uses end-to-end encryption and does not track user data. Your financial information remains entirely under your control.

Download Ledger Live

Get started with your Ledger hardware wallet today by downloading Ledger Live for your device. Available for Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile platforms.

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Ledger Live is the only verified way to interact with your Ledger wallet. Every update is digitally signed and verified by Ledger SAS, ensuring authenticity and protection from tampering. Begin safely managing your assets today — with confidence.