Ledger® Live — Getting Started Guide

Why choose Ledger Live?

Ledger Live is the official Ledger® Live app to manage your crypto on your Ledger hardware wallet. Use Ledger Live to install apps on your Ledger device, secure your crypto, check balances, send and receive tokens, update firmware, and track market performance. This Ledger Live getting started guide explains every step to set up Ledger Live and your Ledger hardware wallet.

Before you begin

Official Ledger Live app download from ledger.com or authorized sources.
Ledger hardware wallet (Ledger Nano S Plus, Ledger Nano X, etc.) and USB / Bluetooth.
Keep your recovery phrase offline and never share it — Ledger Live will never ask for your recovery phrase.

Ledger Live — Quick steps

Download and install the Ledger Live app — Ledger Live download for desktop or mobile.
Open Ledger Live, choose "Get started" and follow the Ledger Live app setup.
Connect your Ledger device and verify PIN on-device.
Add accounts in Ledger Live and install coin apps to your Ledger hardware wallet.
Send and receive crypto securely using Ledger Live.

Step-by-step — Ledger Live tutorial

1
Download Ledger Live
Visit the official Ledger Live download page. Download Ledger Live for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, or Android. Run the installer and open the Ledger Live app.
2
Connect your Ledger device
Connect Ledger Nano via USB or Bluetooth, enter the PIN, and confirm. Ledger Live will detect your device and walk you through initialization.
3
Create or restore
Choose between creating a new wallet or restoring from an existing recovery phrase. If creating new, write down your recovery phrase and secure it offline. This is essential for Ledger Live security and wallet recovery.
4
Install apps & add accounts
Use Ledger Live to install the necessary coin apps on your Ledger device (Bitcoin app, Ethereum app, etc.). Then add accounts in Ledger Live for each cryptocurrency you want to manage.
5
Send & receive
Click Receive in Ledger Live to get an address, verify the address on your Ledger device, and then send funds from other wallets to this address. Use Send to create signed transactions through your device.
6
Keep Ledger Live updated
Regularly update Ledger Live and device firmware. Ledger Live updates include security improvements, new coin support, and bug fixes.

Top security tips

Security is central to Ledger Live and your Ledger hardware wallet. Never share your recovery phrase. Always verify addresses on-device. Only download the Ledger Live app from official sources. Use a strong PIN and keep firmware updated. Ledger Live and Ledger hardware wallet combined deliver a strong security model when used correctly.

Troubleshooting & support

If Ledger Live doesn't detect your Ledger device, try a different USB cable, update drivers, or use another USB port. Check the Ledger Live help center for guides. For account sync errors, re-add the account in Ledger Live or refresh the app. Always verify information against official Ledger Live documentation.

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Sample FAQ — Ledger Live

Q: Is Ledger Live free?
A: Yes, the Ledger Live app is free to download and use. Ledger Live supports many coins and integrates with third-party apps.

Q: Can I use Ledger Live without a Ledger device?
A: Ledger Live requires a Ledger hardware wallet to sign transactions; it pairs with your Ledger device to manage private keys securely.