Ledger.com/Start® — Getting Started™ With Your Ledger Device
Ledger.com/Start® — Getting Started™ With Your Ledger Device
Setting up a Ledger hardware wallet is the first step toward managing supported digital assets through a dedicated security device. The official Ledger.com/start resource provides setup guidance for connecting a Ledger device, installing the appropriate software, and completing the initial configuration.
Whether you are using a Ledger device for the first time or preparing a replacement device, following the official setup process can help you understand each stage before using your wallet.
Before connecting your device, make sure you are accessing the legitimate Ledger website. Type the official address directly into your browser rather than relying on unfamiliar links from emails, social media, advertisements, or search results.
Visit Ledger.com/start to begin. The setup experience can provide instructions relevant to your Ledger hardware and help direct you toward the appropriate software.
Connect your Ledger hardware wallet to a trusted computer or compatible device using the recommended cable. Once connected, follow the instructions provided by the official Ledger software.
During setup, your device may require you to create security credentials and confirm information directly on the hardware. Read each instruction carefully and avoid rushing through important security steps.
If you are returning to the setup process later, Ledger.com/start can serve as your starting point for reviewing the official instructions.
A new Ledger device may guide you through creating a new wallet or restoring an existing wallet. If a recovery phrase is generated, write it down exactly as instructed and store it in a secure offline location.
Your recovery phrase is highly sensitive. Never share it with another person, enter it into an unfamiliar website, or save it as an ordinary screenshot, email, or cloud document.
Anyone who obtains the recovery phrase may potentially gain access to the associated wallet.
Hardware wallets are designed to provide an additional security layer by allowing important information to be reviewed directly on the physical device.
When receiving or sending digital assets, carefully check relevant addresses and transaction details on the Ledger device before approving an operation. If something appears different from what you expected, stop before confirming it.
For official setup guidance, you can return to Ledger.com/start and review the instructions associated with your device.
After completing the initial setup, keep the Ledger software and supported device firmware updated through official channels when updates are offered.
Avoid downloading wallet software, firmware, drivers, or browser extensions from unofficial websites. Fake wallet applications can be designed to capture sensitive information or redirect transactions.
When in doubt, navigate directly to Ledger.com/start rather than following an unsolicited download link.
A secure setup depends on more than installing software. Never disclose your recovery phrase to customer support, online forms, websites, or anyone claiming to help recover your wallet.
Be cautious of urgent messages claiming that your wallet needs immediate verification or synchronization. Legitimate setup instructions should come from official Ledger resources.
Always check the website address before entering any sensitive information.
Ledger.com/start provides a starting point for users preparing a Ledger hardware wallet. The setup process involves connecting the device, following official software instructions, creating or restoring a wallet when appropriate, and protecting recovery information.
For a new Ledger device, begin at Ledger.com/start and follow the instructions provided for your particular hardware. Taking time to verify websites, protect your recovery phrase, and review transaction details on the device can help establish strong security practices from the beginning.