Ledger Live Desktop® is the official desktop application designed for Ledger hardware wallet users to securely manage, track, and grow their cryptocurrency portfolio. It acts as a central dashboard where you can send, receive, stake, and monitor digital assets while keeping your private keys safely stored on your Ledger device.
Built for Windows, macOS, and Linux, Ledger Live Desktop combines convenience with industry-leading security.
Ledger Live Desktop is a companion application that works with Ledger hardware wallets like:
Ledger Nano S Plus
Ledger Nano X
It allows users to interact with blockchain networks without exposing private keys to the internet.
Instead of storing sensitive data on your computer, Ledger Live simply acts as an interface, while all critical actions are confirmed on your physical Ledger device.
Ledger Live Desktop provides a complete crypto management experience.
Track all your crypto assets in one dashboard with real-time balance updates.
Transfer digital assets securely with transaction confirmation on your hardware wallet.
Access integrated services to trade cryptocurrencies directly within the app.
Earn passive income by staking supported cryptocurrencies.
Install blockchain apps for different cryptocurrencies directly onto your Ledger device.
To ensure safety, always download Ledger Live from the official source.
Go to the Ledger setup portal and navigate to the download section.
👉 Related Resource: Ledger.com/Start
Select the correct version for:
Windows
macOS
Linux
Run the installer and follow on-screen instructions.
Plug in your hardware wallet and open Ledger Live Desktop.
Ledger Live Desktop works in combination with your hardware wallet.
Ledger Device → Ledger Live Desktop → Blockchain Network
Important security principle:
Private keys never leave the hardware wallet
Transactions must be verified physically on the device
Ledger Live only displays and prepares transaction data
Security is the foundation of Ledger’s ecosystem.
Your private keys are stored inside the secure chip of your Ledger device.
Every transaction must be approved on the device screen.
Data exchanged between Ledger Live and the device is encrypted.
Ledger Live verifies whether your device is authentic during setup.
Try another USB cable
Restart Ledger Live
Update firmware
Reinstall Ledger Live Desktop
Check system compatibility
Ensure device is unlocked
Confirm app is installed on Ledger device
To keep your assets secure:
✔ Download only from official Ledger sources
✔ Keep firmware and Ledger Live updated
✔ Always verify transactions on your device
✔ Never share your recovery phrase
✔ Use strong PIN protection
✔ Avoid unofficial plugins or software
Using Ledger Live Desktop provides:
Full control over crypto assets
Enhanced security with hardware confirmation
Simple portfolio management
Access to staking and DeFi services
Reliable cross-platform performance
Ledger Live Desktop® is a powerful and secure application designed to help Ledger users manage their cryptocurrency portfolio with ease. By combining a user-friendly interface with hardware-based security, it ensures that private keys remain offline while still giving users full access to blockchain functionality.
When used with a Ledger hardware wallet and set up through Ledger.com/Start, Ledger Live Desktop offers one of the safest and most complete crypto management solutions available today.