Official step‑by‑step guide to login and secure your Ledger wallet
Ledger® Live is the official application from Ledger that allows you to securely manage your cryptocurrency portfolio. This step-by-step guide will walk you through the login process and setup of Ledger Live so you can start managing your assets safely.
Go to the official Ledger Start page and download Ledger Live for your platform (Windows, MacOS, Linux, iOS, Android). Ensure the download is from the official site to avoid phishing attacks.
Run the installer, follow the prompts, and open Ledger Live. The app will guide you through device detection and setup.
Plug in your Ledger Nano device with the provided USB cable. If you have a Nano X, connect via Bluetooth if desired. Confirm your device is powered on and unlocked.
Open Ledger Live and select "Get Started". Choose whether to initialize as a new device or restore from a recovery phrase. Set a secure password for Ledger Live login.
In Ledger Live, navigate to "Accounts" and add the cryptocurrencies you want to manage. Ledger Live supports thousands of assets and tokens.
During setup, Ledger will show you a 24‑word recovery phrase. Write it down carefully and store it offline in a safe place. Never share it.
After setup and login, you can buy, sell, swap, and stake cryptocurrencies directly in Ledger Live. Confirm every transaction on your Ledger device for maximum security.
Ledger® Live offers a trusted and simple interface to manage your crypto. Follow this guide to securely log in, set up your wallet, and take control of your assets. Start your journey at Ledger.com/start.