Protect and Manage Your Crypto with Confidence
- Install the Ledger Live application
- Complete a simple, guided setup process
- Store and manage over 5,500+ supported coins & tokens
Ledger.com/Start is the official, verified destination for configuring your Ledger hardware wallet. It provides step-by-step guidance to initialize, update, and personalize your device while ensuring you remain connected exclusively to Ledger’s secure infrastructure. By starting here, you avoid counterfeit products, malicious websites, and setup errors that could put your cryptocurrency at risk.
1. Download Ledger Live – Get the app for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, or iOS directly from Ledger.
2. Connect Your Ledger Device – Open Ledger Live, attach your hardware wallet, and follow the on-screen instructions.
3. Install the Latest Firmware – Always update to the newest firmware for maximum protection against vulnerabilities.
4. Create or Restore Your Wallet – Either generate brand-new private keys or recover your account using your existing 24-word recovery phrase.
5. Securely Store Your Recovery Phrase – Keep it offline in a safe place, never save it digitally or share it with anyone.
6. Set Up a PIN Code – Protect your device from unauthorized physical access.
7. Start Using Ledger Live – Buy, sell, swap, stake, and track your portfolio without compromising your security.
Every Ledger wallet features a certified secure element chip that keeps your private keys isolated from the internet. All transactions require physical confirmation directly on the device, ensuring that no transfer occurs without your explicit approval. This combination of offline storage and hardware verification protects against remote hacking attempts.
With Ledger Live, you can manage Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Solana, Polygon, and thousands of other assets. Additional features include staking for passive rewards, integration with decentralized finance (DeFi) apps, and real-time portfolio monitoring — all while keeping your private keys completely offline.
Setting up your Ledger device through Ledger.com/Start takes only a few minutes and gives you unmatched control over your digital wealth. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced investor, starting here ensures your crypto is stored in the most secure environment possible.