Ledger.com/start — Starting Up™ Your Device | Ledger®

Starting your Ledger device is an important first step toward taking control of your digital assets. If you are searching for Ledger.com/start, you are likely ready to initialize a new Ledger device, install the official Ledger Wallet™ application, and begin managing supported crypto assets.

Ledger's official start page provides access to the Ledger Wallet application and setup resources. Ledger Wallet, formerly known as Ledger Live, is designed to work alongside your Ledger device and is available across desktop and mobile operating systems. {"fallbackMarkdown":"(Ledger)","reference":{"matched_text":"","prefix":null,"start_idx":1039,"end_idx":1058,"safe_urls":["https://www.ledger.com/start?r=9465","https://www.ledger.com/start?r=9465&utm_source=chatgpt.com"],"refs":[],"alt":"(Ledger)","prompt_text":null,"type":"grouped_webpages","style":null,"error":null,"status":"done","fallback_items":null,"items":[{"title":"How to set up your Ledger hardware wallet | Ledger","url":"https://www.ledger.com/start?r=9465&utm_source=chatgpt.com","attribution":"Ledger","pub_date":null,"snippet":"","attribution_segments":null,"supporting_websites":[],"refs":[{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"search","ref_index":0}],"hue":null,"attributions":null}]},"showLoginRequiredCard":false}

Start at Ledger.com/start

The best place to begin is the official [Ledger.com/start Setup Guide], where you can find the appropriate software and instructions for getting your device ready.

Before connecting your device, make sure you are using official Ledger software. Downloading wallet applications from unofficial websites can expose you to phishing or malicious software. Ledger's official start page currently provides download options for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android. {"fallbackMarkdown":"(Ledger)","reference":{"matched_text":"","prefix":null,"start_idx":1557,"end_idx":1576,"safe_urls":["https://www.ledger.com/start?r=9465","https://www.ledger.com/start?r=9465&utm_source=chatgpt.com"],"refs":[],"alt":"(Ledger)","prompt_text":null,"type":"grouped_webpages","style":null,"error":null,"status":"done","fallback_items":null,"items":[{"title":"How to set up your Ledger hardware wallet | Ledger","url":"https://www.ledger.com/start?r=9465&utm_source=chatgpt.com","attribution":"Ledger","pub_date":null,"snippet":"","attribution_segments":null,"supporting_websites":[],"refs":[{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"search","ref_index":0}],"hue":null,"attributions":null}]},"showLoginRequiredCard":false}

Once you have the application installed, open it and follow the setup instructions displayed on your screen.

Download Ledger Wallet™

Ledger Wallet™ is the application used with Ledger devices to manage supported digital assets and interact with the Ledger ecosystem. It was previously called Ledger Live.

For users who need installation assistance, the [Ledger Wallet Download Guide] can explain how to choose the appropriate version for your operating system.

On desktop, Ledger provides versions for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Mobile users can download the application for supported iOS and Android devices. Always verify that you are downloading from an official Ledger source before installing the software. {"fallbackMarkdown":"(Ledger)","reference":{"matched_text":"","prefix":null,"start_idx":2301,"end_idx":2321,"safe_urls":["https://shop.ledger.com/pages/ledger-wallet-download","https://shop.ledger.com/pages/ledger-wallet-download?utm_source=chatgpt.com"],"refs":[],"alt":"(Ledger)","prompt_text":null,"type":"grouped_webpages","style":null,"error":null,"status":"done","fallback_items":null,"items":[{"title":"Ledger Wallet (formerly Ledger Live): The best crypto wallet app | Ledger","url":"https://shop.ledger.com/pages/ledger-wallet-download?utm_source=chatgpt.com","attribution":"Ledger","pub_date":null,"snippet":"","attribution_segments":null,"supporting_websites":[],"refs":[{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"search","ref_index":15}],"hue":null,"attributions":null}]},"showLoginRequiredCard":false}

After installation, launch Ledger Wallet and continue with the onboarding instructions.

Connect Your Ledger Device

The next step is connecting your Ledger device. Depending on your device and platform, this may involve the supplied USB cable or another supported connection method.

Once connected, turn on the device and unlock it using your PIN. Ledger's current setup information explains that the device should be connected and unlocked before continuing with management through Ledger Wallet. {"fallbackMarkdown":"(Ledger)","reference":{"matched_text":"","prefix":null,"start_idx":2826,"end_idx":2846,"safe_urls":["https://shop.ledger.com/pages/ledger-wallet","https://shop.ledger.com/pages/ledger-wallet?utm_source=chatgpt.com"],"refs":[],"alt":"(Ledger)","prompt_text":null,"type":"grouped_webpages","style":null,"error":null,"status":"done","fallback_items":null,"items":[{"title":"Ledger Wallet (ex. Ledger Live) - Crypto App | Ledger","url":"https://shop.ledger.com/pages/ledger-wallet?utm_source=chatgpt.com","attribution":"Ledger","pub_date":null,"snippet":"","attribution_segments":null,"supporting_websites":[],"refs":[{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"search","ref_index":14}],"hue":null,"attributions":null}]},"showLoginRequiredCard":false}

Your PIN is private and should never be given to another person. Do not type it into a website, email, chat, or support form.

If you are setting up a brand-new device, follow the instructions displayed directly on the Ledger device. For additional assistance, readers can use the [Ledger Device Setup Guide] as a dedicated internal resource.

Create or Restore Your Wallet

During setup, you may be presented with options depending on whether you are creating a new wallet or restoring an existing one.

When initializing a new Ledger device, the device generates a Secret Recovery Phrase. Ledger explains that its devices use a 24-word Secret Recovery Phrase as the backup for the wallet. {"fallbackMarkdown":"(Ledger)","reference":{"matched_text":"","prefix":null,"start_idx":3546,"end_idx":3565,"safe_urls":["https://www.ledger.com/academy/basic-basics/2-how-to-own-crypto/whats-a-secret-recovery-phrase","https://www.ledger.com/academy/basic-basics/2-how-to-own-crypto/whats-a-secret-recovery-phrase?utm_source=chatgpt.com"],"refs":[],"alt":"(Ledger)","prompt_text":null,"type":"grouped_webpages","style":null,"error":null,"status":"done","fallback_items":null,"items":[{"title":"What Is a Seed Phrase? How to Protect It & Why It Matters | Ledger","url":"https://www.ledger.com/academy/basic-basics/2-how-to-own-crypto/whats-a-secret-recovery-phrase?utm_source=chatgpt.com","attribution":"Ledger","pub_date":1667433600,"snippet":"","attribution_segments":null,"supporting_websites":[],"refs":[{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"search","ref_index":2}],"hue":null,"attributions":null}]},"showLoginRequiredCard":false}

Write the words down carefully and in the correct order using the recovery sheet provided with the device. Do not photograph the phrase or store it in a computer, smartphone, cloud service, email account, or other internet-connected location.

Your recovery phrase is extremely sensitive. Anyone who obtains it may be able to restore your wallet and access associated assets. Ledger specifically advises users never to share their recovery phrase. {"fallbackMarkdown":"(Ledger)","reference":{"matched_text":"","prefix":null,"start_idx":4015,"end_idx":4034,"safe_urls":["https://www.ledger.com/academy/basic-basics/2-how-to-own-crypto/whats-a-secret-recovery-phrase","https://www.ledger.com/academy/basic-basics/2-how-to-own-crypto/whats-a-secret-recovery-phrase?utm_source=chatgpt.com"],"refs":[],"alt":"(Ledger)","prompt_text":null,"type":"grouped_webpages","style":null,"error":null,"status":"done","fallback_items":null,"items":[{"title":"What Is a Seed Phrase? How to Protect It & Why It Matters | Ledger","url":"https://www.ledger.com/academy/basic-basics/2-how-to-own-crypto/whats-a-secret-recovery-phrase?utm_source=chatgpt.com","attribution":"Ledger","pub_date":1667433600,"snippet":"","attribution_segments":null,"supporting_websites":[],"refs":[{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"search","ref_index":2}],"hue":null,"attributions":null}]},"showLoginRequiredCard":false}

For readers who want more information, the [Ledger Secret Recovery Phrase Guide] can provide a deeper explanation of why this backup is so important.

Install the Apps You Need

After your device has been initialized, Ledger Wallet provides access to the My Ledger section. This area can be used to manage and install applications for supported cryptocurrencies and services. {"fallbackMarkdown":"(Ledger)","reference":{"matched_text":"","prefix":null,"start_idx":4423,"end_idx":4443,"safe_urls":["https://shop.ledger.com/pages/ledger-wallet","https://shop.ledger.com/pages/ledger-wallet?utm_source=chatgpt.com"],"refs":[],"alt":"(Ledger)","prompt_text":null,"type":"grouped_webpages","style":null,"error":null,"status":"done","fallback_items":null,"items":[{"title":"Ledger Wallet (ex. Ledger Live) - Crypto App | Ledger","url":"https://shop.ledger.com/pages/ledger-wallet?utm_source=chatgpt.com","attribution":"Ledger","pub_date":null,"snippet":"","attribution_segments":null,"supporting_websites":[],"refs":[{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"search","ref_index":14}],"hue":null,"attributions":null}]},"showLoginRequiredCard":false}

For example, if you want to manage Bitcoin, you can install the appropriate Bitcoin application on your Ledger device and then follow Ledger Wallet's instructions to add an account.

The available applications and services can vary according to the device, cryptocurrency, operating system, and region. Only install applications through trusted Ledger software.

Verify Transactions Carefully

Setting up your device is only the beginning of secure self-custody. Whenever you make a transaction, take time to review the information shown on your Ledger device before approving it.

Check important details such as the destination address and transaction amount. If the information shown on the hardware device does not match what you expected, do not approve the transaction.

Your Ledger device is designed to keep private keys protected and require physical confirmation for transactions, providing an important security layer when managing digital assets. {"fallbackMarkdown":"(Ledger)","reference":{"matched_text":"","prefix":null,"start_idx":5407,"end_idx":5426,"safe_urls":["https://www.ledger.com/academy/topics/ledgersolutions/ledger-pin-code-what-you-need-to-know","https://www.ledger.com/academy/topics/ledgersolutions/ledger-pin-code-what-you-need-to-know?utm_source=chatgpt.com"],"refs":[],"alt":"(Ledger)","prompt_text":null,"type":"grouped_webpages","style":null,"error":null,"status":"done","fallback_items":null,"items":[{"title":"Ledger PIN Code: What You Need To Know | Ledger","url":"https://www.ledger.com/academy/topics/ledgersolutions/ledger-pin-code-what-you-need-to-know?utm_source=chatgpt.com","attribution":"Ledger","pub_date":1723075200,"snippet":"","attribution_segments":null,"supporting_websites":[],"refs":[{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"search","ref_index":9}],"hue":null,"attributions":null}]},"showLoginRequiredCard":false}

Troubleshooting Ledger.com/start Setup

If Ledger Wallet does not recognize your device, begin with a few simple checks. Confirm that the device is powered on and unlocked. Check the connection and make sure you are running the official Ledger Wallet application.

Restarting the application and reconnecting the device may resolve temporary connection issues. If the problem continues, use the [Ledger Connection Troubleshooting Guide] for additional assistance.

Most importantly, never follow instructions that ask you to enter your Secret Recovery Phrase to “activate,” “synchronize,” or “verify” your Ledger device. Your recovery phrase should remain completely private.

Stay Safe After Setup

Security does not end when your Ledger device starts working. Keep your PIN private and store your recovery phrase somewhere secure and offline.

Be cautious of websites, advertisements, emails, social-media accounts, and messages that imitate Ledger. If someone claims to be Ledger Support and asks for your recovery phrase, do not provide it.

Ledger's educational materials emphasize that the Secret Recovery Phrase must never be entered into a computer or smartphone and should never be shared. {"fallbackMarkdown":"(Ledger)","reference":{"matched_text":"","prefix":null,"start_idx":6637,"end_idx":6656,"safe_urls":["https://www.ledger.com/academy/basic-basics/2-how-to-own-crypto/whats-a-secret-recovery-phrase","https://www.ledger.com/academy/basic-basics/2-how-to-own-crypto/whats-a-secret-recovery-phrase?utm_source=chatgpt.com"],"refs":[],"alt":"(Ledger)","prompt_text":null,"type":"grouped_webpages","style":null,"error":null,"status":"done","fallback_items":null,"items":[{"title":"What Is a Seed Phrase? How to Protect It & Why It Matters | Ledger","url":"https://www.ledger.com/academy/basic-basics/2-how-to-own-crypto/whats-a-secret-recovery-phrase?utm_source=chatgpt.com","attribution":"Ledger","pub_date":1667433600,"snippet":"","attribution_segments":null,"supporting_websites":[],"refs":[{"turn_index":0,"ref_type":"search","ref_index":2}],"hue":null,"attributions":null}]},"showLoginRequiredCard":false}

Final Thoughts

Ledger.com/start provides a convenient starting point for setting up your Ledger device. From downloading Ledger Wallet and connecting your hardware to creating a recovery backup and installing cryptocurrency applications, each stage should be completed carefully.

Take your time during initialization, verify information directly on your Ledger device, and protect your Secret Recovery Phrase at all times. Following these basic practices can help you establish a secure foundation for managing your digital assets with Ledger.