Getting started with your Ledger hardware wallet is simple. With Ledger Wallet™, formerly known as Ledger Live™, you can set up your device, manage your crypto accounts, install supported applications, and interact with your digital assets through one intuitive interface.
Whether you're new to self-custody or upgrading to a new Ledger device, this guide will help you understand the essential steps for getting your Ledger wallet ready.
Start your Ledger journey with the official Ledger Wallet app and take control of your digital assets.
Setting up a Ledger hardware wallet involves connecting your device, configuring its security features, and using Ledger Wallet to manage your accounts. The official Ledger start page provides access to the wallet application for desktop and mobile platforms. LLedger
Begin by downloading the official Ledger Wallet app for your device.
Ledger currently provides versions for:
Windows
macOS
Linux
iOS
Android
Always download the application through Ledger's official website to reduce the risk of installing counterfeit or malicious software. LLedger
After installing Ledger Wallet, connect your Ledger hardware wallet to your computer or compatible mobile device using the appropriate connection method.
Open the Ledger Wallet application and follow the instructions displayed on your screen.
If you're using a new Ledger device, follow the onboarding instructions to initialize it.
Depending on your device, the setup process can include configuring a PIN, creating or securing your recovery information, and completing device verification.
Your recovery information is one of the most important parts of your Ledger setup.
Follow the instructions provided by your Ledger device and carefully record your recovery information as directed.
Never Share Your Recovery Information
Never provide your recovery information to another person, website, application, email, or support representative.
Anyone who obtains the information required to recover your wallet may potentially gain access to your crypto assets.
Ledger combines dedicated hardware with wallet software to give users a way to manage digital assets while keeping private keys protected by the device.
Hardware wallets are designed to keep sensitive wallet credentials isolated from everyday online environments.
Ledger's approach combines its hardware devices with its operating system and security architecture to protect access to your assets. LLedger
When using a Ledger hardware wallet, important operations can require confirmation on the physical device.
This provides an additional opportunity to review transaction information before approving an action.
Ledger Wallet provides a central interface for managing supported crypto assets, accounts, transactions, and device applications.
The current Ledger Wallet platform supports activities such as managing assets, buying, swapping, staking, and interacting with Web3 services, with availability depending on the asset, service, and jurisdiction. LLedger
Ledger Wallet™ is the current name for Ledger's crypto wallet application, formerly known as Ledger Live™.
It acts as the software companion to your Ledger hardware wallet and is available across desktop and mobile platforms. LLedger+1
With Ledger Wallet, you can access a range of features for managing your digital assets.
View Your Portfolio
Monitor supported crypto balances and review account activity through the wallet interface.
Send and Receive Crypto
Use supported accounts to send and receive digital assets while reviewing transaction information before confirmation.
Install Crypto Applications
Ledger devices use applications for different cryptocurrencies and services. You can manage and install supported applications through the wallet software. LLedger
Buy, Swap and Stake
Depending on the cryptocurrency, service, and region, Ledger Wallet can provide access to third-party services for activities such as buying, swapping, and staking crypto. LLedger
The setup process is designed to guide you through the most important security and configuration steps.
Download Ledger Wallet from the official Ledger website and install the version compatible with your operating system.
Connect your hardware wallet and open Ledger Wallet.
Follow the instructions provided by the application and your Ledger device.
Set up the security features requested during onboarding, including your device PIN and recovery process.
Take your time during this stage. Your security information should never be shared with anyone.
Open the device management area in Ledger Wallet and install the applications required for the cryptocurrencies you want to manage.
Once the required applications are installed, create the appropriate accounts for the assets you want to manage.
Ledger's current documentation explains that users can add accounts for supported cryptocurrencies through the wallet application. LLedger
After your Ledger device is configured, you can use your supported account to receive cryptocurrency.
Open the appropriate account in Ledger Wallet and choose the receive option.
Carefully review the receiving address and make sure you're using the correct cryptocurrency and network.
Before transferring a significant amount, double-check the destination address and network.
For a first transfer, sending a small test transaction can be a sensible way to verify that everything is configured correctly.
Sending crypto requires careful attention because blockchain transactions are generally irreversible.
Open the account containing the cryptocurrency you want to send.
Enter or paste the recipient's address and carefully review it.
Check the recipient, asset, network, amount, and applicable fees.
When prompted, review the transaction information on your Ledger device and approve it only when everything matches what you intended to do.
Self-custody gives you greater control over your crypto, but it also means you are responsible for protecting your wallet credentials.
Keep your device PIN private.
Do not share it with anyone claiming to be from Ledger support.
Your recovery information should remain private and securely stored.
Ledger Will Never Need Your Secret Recovery Information
Be extremely cautious if someone asks you to provide your recovery phrase, PIN, or other sensitive wallet information.
Legitimate support should not require you to disclose your secret recovery credentials.
Crypto users are frequently targeted by fake websites, fraudulent support accounts, malicious links, and impersonation attempts.
Before downloading software or entering sensitive information, verify that you are using an official Ledger website or application.
Ledger Wallet is available across several major operating systems.
The official Ledger download page currently provides applications for Windows, macOS, and Linux. LLedger
Desktop access can be useful when you want a larger interface for managing accounts, reviewing transactions, and configuring your Ledger device.
Ledger also provides mobile applications for iOS and Android. LLedger
Mobile compatibility can vary depending on the Ledger device and connection method, so always check the current requirements for your particular hardware wallet.
A software wallet can provide convenient access to crypto, but a hardware wallet adds a dedicated physical device to the security model.
Ledger hardware wallets are designed to keep sensitive private-key operations protected by dedicated hardware.
The physical device can provide a separate place to review and confirm important operations.
With self-custody, you are responsible for protecting the credentials that provide access to your assets.
This makes secure setup and careful handling of recovery information essential.
Ledger Wallet™ is Ledger's current crypto wallet application and the successor to the Ledger Live name. It works alongside compatible Ledger hardware wallets and provides tools for managing supported crypto assets. LLedger+1
Ledger Wallet is the current branding for the application formerly known as Ledger Live. Existing references to Ledger Live may therefore refer to the same core wallet application. LLedger
Download Ledger Wallet through the official Ledger website. The official Ledger start page provides downloads for supported desktop and mobile operating systems. LLedger
Your ability to recover access depends on how your wallet's recovery information was configured and securely stored. Protecting your recovery information is therefore a critical part of self-custody.
Ledger provides mobile applications for iOS and Android, although compatibility depends on the particular Ledger device and supported connection methods. LLedger
Yes. Ledger Wallet is designed to provide a unified interface for managing multiple supported crypto assets and accounts. The exact assets and services available can change over time. LLedger
The official Ledger Wallet application is available to download from Ledger's official channels. Some crypto transaction, exchange, purchase, or other services may involve third-party providers and their own fees or conditions. LLedger
Setting up a Ledger hardware wallet is the first step toward managing your crypto through a self-custody solution.
Download the official Ledger Wallet application, connect your Ledger device, complete the security setup, install the applications you need, and create your supported crypto accounts.
Take your time during setup and always verify important information before approving a transaction.
Visit Ledger Start to download the official Ledger Wallet app and begin setting up your device.