Ledger.com/start — Secure Ledger Device Setup & Getting Started Guide
Ledger.com/start — Secure Ledger Device Setup & Getting Started Guide
Setting up a Ledger hardware wallet is the first step toward managing digital assets with a dedicated hardware security device. Ledger provides an official setup page where users can learn how to begin with their device and access the appropriate Ledger Wallet application. The current Ledger Wallet app is the successor to Ledger Live and is available for desktop and mobile platforms.
Before beginning, make sure you have your Ledger device and a compatible computer or mobile device ready. Visit the official Ledger website directly rather than relying on links from unknown emails, advertisements, or social-media messages.
The official setup resource at Ledger.com/start provides a starting point for downloading the appropriate Ledger Wallet software and beginning device configuration.
Always verify the website address before downloading wallet software. This simple check can help reduce the risk of installing counterfeit applications.
Ledger provides its wallet application for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android. The application is designed to work alongside compatible Ledger hardware devices, providing an interface for managing supported digital assets.
After downloading the correct version, install the application according to the instructions for your operating system. Avoid unofficial download sites and applications claiming to be Ledger Wallet.
Once installation is complete, connect your Ledger device using the appropriate connection method.
Open the Ledger Wallet application and follow the setup instructions. Depending on your device and configuration, you may be guided through device initialization, security settings, and account setup.
Your Ledger device is designed to keep private keys protected while allowing you to interact with supported crypto assets through the companion application. Ledger explains that its hardware devices are built around secure hardware and its operating system.
Take time to read each instruction carefully instead of approving unfamiliar actions.
One of the most important parts of hardware-wallet security is protecting your recovery information.
Write your recovery phrase down according to the instructions provided by your device and store it somewhere secure and offline. Never share it with another person.
Do not photograph your recovery phrase or store it in email, cloud storage, messaging applications, or ordinary computer documents.
Ledger specifically warns users that it will never ask for the 24 words of their recovery phrase.
After completing setup, Ledger Wallet can provide tools for viewing and managing supported assets. Depending on the current application and supported networks, users can access features such as sending, receiving, swapping, staking, and portfolio management.
When approving a transaction, carefully check the details displayed on your physical Ledger device. Do not rely exclusively on information shown on your computer or phone.
For a safer Ledger setup:
Use the official Ledger website.
Download Ledger Wallet from verified Ledger sources.
Keep your device PIN private.
Never share your recovery phrase.
Avoid unofficial wallet applications.
Verify transaction information before approving it.
Keep your software appropriately updated.
Be cautious of unsolicited support messages.
If a website asks for your recovery phrase to “verify,” “synchronize,” or “unlock” your wallet, stop immediately.
It is Ledger's official setup resource for getting started with a Ledger hardware wallet and accessing the appropriate wallet software.
Ledger's current materials refer to the companion application as Ledger Wallet, formerly known as Ledger Live.
No. Keep your recovery phrase private and offline.
Use the official Ledger website and its verified download resources rather than third-party download pages.
A secure Ledger setup starts with authentic software, careful device initialization, and strong protection of recovery information. Ledger.com/start provides an official starting point for configuring a Ledger device, while Ledger Wallet serves as the companion application for managing supported digital assets. By verifying software sources and never sharing your recovery phrase, you can establish safer habits from the beginning.