Your Complete Guide to Setting Up and Securing Your Cryptocurrency Assets
Follow this step-by-step guide to set up your Ledger® hardware wallet and begin your journey to unparalleled cryptocurrency security
Begin your security journey at the official setup portal. This will automatically detect your device model (Nano S, Nano S Plus, or Nano X) and guide you through the initial setup process.
Go to ledger.com/startConnect your Ledger® hardware wallet via USB. Set your unique PIN code and securely write down your 24-word recovery phrase. This phrase is your ultimate backup - store it offline in a secure location.
Ledger® Live is your gateway to managing all your cryptocurrency assets. Download the application for your desktop or mobile device to begin managing your portfolio.
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Ledger® Live login requires physical confirmation on your hardware device. Your private keys never leave the secure element of your Ledger® wallet, ensuring maximum security.
Monitor all your crypto assets across multiple accounts in real-time. View historical performance, transaction details, and portfolio allocation with intuitive charts.
Buy, sell, and swap cryptocurrencies directly within Ledger® Live while maintaining complete control of your private keys. Access competitive rates from multiple providers.
Ledger® devices incorporate military-grade security standards to protect your cryptocurrency assets against both physical and digital threats.
Certified chip (CC EAL5+) identical to those used in credit cards and passports
Physical verification required on device for all transactions and sensitive operations
Private keys are generated and stored offline, never exposed to internet-connected devices
Begin at ledger.com/start which will guide you through device initialization, PIN setup, and recovery phrase backup. After initial setup, install Ledger® Live to manage your assets.
While you can use third-party wallets, Ledger® Live is the official application designed to provide the best experience for managing your assets and updating your device firmware.
Yes, Ledger® Live is available for both iOS and Android devices. You can download it from your device's app store and connect via Bluetooth (Nano X) or USB-C cable.
Ledger® Live uses your hardware device for authentication. Connect your device to log in - there's no username or password. All sensitive operations require physical confirmation on your device.
Ledger® Live receives updates approximately monthly. Enable automatic updates or check regularly to ensure you have the latest security enhancements and features.
Ledger® devices support over 5,500 cryptocurrencies and tokens. You can manage Bitcoin, Ethereum, ERC-20 tokens, and many other assets through Ledger® Live.