Welcome to Ledger, the trusted choice for securing crypto assets through true self-custody. By starting at ledger.com/start, you’re taking an important step toward protecting your digital assets with industry-leading hardware security.
Whether you’re new to crypto or an experienced holder, Ledger gives you the tools to manage, grow, and protect your assets safely. This guide walks you through everything you need to know to get started with your Ledger device and Ledger Live.
Crypto offers freedom — but only if you control your private keys. Ledger hardware wallets are designed to keep your private keys offline, protected from hackers, malware, and phishing attacks.
Unlike exchanges or online wallets, Ledger ensures that you—and only you—control your crypto.
Ledger combines advanced security with ease of use, making self-custody accessible to everyone.
Before setting up your Ledger device, make sure you have:
Always begin your setup at ledger.com/start to ensure you are using official Ledger software and instructions.
Ledger Live is the official app that allows you to manage your crypto securely. From Ledger Live, you can install apps, manage accounts, send and receive crypto, stake assets, and track your portfolio.
Ledger Live is available for:
⚠️ Security reminder: Only download Ledger Live from Ledger’s official website. Avoid links from emails, ads, or third-party sites.
Once installed, open Ledger Live and follow the on-screen instructions.
When you power on your Ledger device for the first time, you’ll be prompted to choose one of two options:
If this is your first Ledger wallet:
This process ensures your wallet is uniquely generated and fully under your control.
If you already have a recovery phrase, select “Restore from recovery phrase” and enter your words directly on the Ledger device to regain access to your assets.
Your 24-word recovery phrase is the most important part of your crypto security. It is the only way to recover your funds if your device is lost, damaged, or replaced.
Ledger will never ask for your recovery phrase. Anyone who does is attempting a scam.
Ledger devices support thousands of cryptocurrencies. Each blockchain requires a dedicated app that you install through Ledger Live.
Using Ledger Live, you can:
Installing or removing apps does not affect your funds. Your assets remain safely on the blockchain.
Once apps are installed, you can add accounts for each cryptocurrency. Ledger Live allows you to:
Every transaction must be physically confirmed on your Ledger device, protecting you from unauthorized activity.
Ledger Live is more than a wallet interface—it’s a complete crypto management platform.
With Ledger Live, you can:
All actions remain protected by your Ledger device, ensuring your private keys stay offline at all times.
Crypto security is a shared responsibility. While Ledger protects your keys, staying alert protects you.
Remember:
If something seems suspicious, stop and double-check before taking action.
Ledger provides extensive support to help you every step of the way:
You’re never alone in your crypto journey.
Self-custody means true ownership. When your crypto is stored on an exchange, you rely on third parties to protect it. With Ledger, your private keys stay in your hands—offline and secure.
This protects you from:
Ledger empowers you to take control of your financial future.
By starting at ledger.com/start, you ensure that:
Ledger hardware wallets are trusted by millions because they combine powerful security with simplicity. Whether you’re holding, staking, trading, or exploring Web3, Ledger keeps your assets protected every step of the way.
Welcome to Ledger.
Welcome to true crypto ownership.