Ledger Live Setup

Ledger.com/Start – Official Ledger Wallet Setup Guide

Welcome to Ledger.com/start, the official guide for securely setting up your Ledger hardware wallet. This guide is suitable for beginners and advanced users alike and covers Ledger Nano X, Ledger Nano S Plus, or migrating from another wallet. Ledger devices keep your private keys offline in a secure element, ensuring full control of your crypto assets and protection against unauthorized access.

1. Unbox and Power On Your Ledger Device

Ensure your Ledger device is untampered. Power it on and follow the welcome instructions. You will be prompted to set up a new wallet or restore an existing one. Always interact directly with your authentic device and carefully follow on-screen prompts.

2. Visit Ledger.com/Start

Open a browser and navigate to Ledger.com/start to download Ledger Live, the official application to manage your crypto assets. Ledger Live allows buying, sending, receiving, swapping, staking, and monitoring your portfolio. Always ensure you are on the official Ledger domain to avoid phishing attacks.

3. Install Ledger Live

Download the version compatible with your operating system. Launch Ledger Live and choose “Initialize new device” if this is your first setup. Ledger Live will guide you through firmware updates and creating a secure PIN. Your PIN protects your device from unauthorized access.

4. Secure Your 24-Word Recovery Phrase

Ledger generates a 24-word recovery phrase. This phrase is essential for restoring your wallet. Write it down on the provided sheet and store it offline. Never photograph or save it digitally. Ledger will never ask for your recovery phrase; sharing it compromises your assets.

5. Install Cryptocurrency Apps

Each blockchain requires a separate app on your Ledger device. Use the “My Ledger” tab in Ledger Live to install apps for Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and others. Apps allow secure signing of transactions directly on your device.

6. Add Accounts

After installing apps, create accounts inside Ledger Live. Each account generates receiving addresses that must be verified on the device screen to prevent malware or phishing attacks.

7. Receive and Manage Crypto

Receive crypto using verified addresses. Ledger Live allows sending, swapping, staking, and monitoring assets while your private keys remain offline for maximum security.

8. Staking, Swapping, and Portfolio Tracking

Ledger Live supports staking, token swaps, and portfolio management. Stake supported coins like ETH, DOT, and ATOM safely. All operations are verified on-device, ensuring security and convenience.

9. Security Best Practices

  • Never share your 24-word recovery phrase.
  • Only use Ledger.com/start for official downloads.
  • Verify addresses on your device before sending or receiving crypto.
  • Keep Ledger Live and firmware updated.
  • Store your recovery phrase offline in a secure location.