Ledger.com/start — Official Getting Started Guide

Welcome to the official Ledger setup portal. Follow our comprehensive guide to securely initialize your Ledger hardware wallet and begin your journey to ultimate cryptocurrency security with enterprise-grade protection.

Ledger Device

Get Started in 4 Simple Steps

1

Unbox & Connect

Carefully unbox your Ledger device and connect it to your computer using the provided USB cable. Ensure you have a stable internet connection for the setup process and verify the packaging seals are intact.

2

Install Ledger Live

Download and install Ledger Live, the official desktop and mobile application for managing your cryptocurrency assets. It's available for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android devices.

3

Initialize Device

Follow the on-screen instructions in Ledger Live to set up your PIN code and generate your 24-word recovery phrase. Write down your recovery seed and store it in a secure, offline location.

4

Add Accounts & Assets

Use Ledger Live to add cryptocurrency accounts and start managing your digital assets. You can buy, sell, exchange, stake, and track your portfolio all in one secure application.

Why Choose Ledger

Maximum Security

Your private keys never leave the secure element chip, protected by bank-grade encryption and CC EAL5+ certified security.

5500+ Assets

Manage Bitcoin, Ethereum, and thousands of other cryptocurrencies, tokens, and NFTs with full support and regular updates.

User-Friendly

Intuitive interface designed for both beginners and advanced users with comprehensive guides, tutorials, and 24/7 support.

Enterprise-Grade Security

Ledger implements multiple layers of security to ensure your digital assets remain protected under all circumstances.

Secure Element

Bank-level secure chip technology (CC EAL5+) protects your private keys from physical and remote attacks.

PIN Protection

Multi-layered PIN system with randomized keypad prevents shoulder surfing and keyloggers.

Recovery Phrase

24-word recovery phrase allows you to restore your wallet on any compatible device if needed.

Open Source

Transparent, auditable codebase that's continuously reviewed by security experts worldwide.

Download Ledger Live

Windows

For Windows 10 and above

Download

macOS

For macOS 10.14 and above

Download

Linux

For Ubuntu, Fedora, and more

Download

Mobile

Available on iOS and Android

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Ready to Secure Your Crypto?

Join over 4 million users who trust Ledger to protect their digital assets. Start your secure crypto journey today with our step-by-step setup guide.

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