Ledger™ Live is the official application created by Ledger® to help you manage, buy, and grow your digital assets securely. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced investor, Ledger Live provides an all-in-one solution for monitoring balances, sending and receiving crypto, and staking coins — all while maintaining full ownership of your private keys.
1. What Is Ledger Live?
Ledger Live is a secure desktop and mobile application that connects with your Ledger hardware wallet. It allows you to manage more than 5,000 cryptocurrencies in one intuitive interface. Unlike online wallets, Ledger Live never exposes your private keys to the internet, ensuring your funds are stored safely within your Ledger device’s secure element.
2. Where to Download Ledger Live
Always download Ledger Live from the official source at Ledger.com/start. Avoid unofficial or third-party websites, as they may distribute fake or compromised software. The official site provides versions for:
- Windows (64-bit)
- macOS
- Linux
- Android
- iOS
Once downloaded, follow the installation prompts and ensure the Ledger Live app is digitally signed by Ledger SAS for authenticity.
3. Setting Up Your Ledger Device
Before using Ledger Live, you must set up your Ledger hardware wallet (Nano X, Nano S Plus, or Nano S). When turning it on for the first time, follow these steps:
- Select “Set up as new device.”
- Choose a secure PIN code.
- Write down your 24-word recovery phrase and store it offline.
- Confirm your recovery phrase directly on the device screen.
Your recovery phrase is the only backup to restore your crypto accounts. Ledger never keeps a copy — you are in full control.
4. Connecting Ledger Live
Open the Ledger Live application and select your Ledger model. Follow the on-screen setup to connect your device using a USB cable or Bluetooth (for Nano X). Once connected, Ledger Live will verify your device authenticity and update firmware if necessary.
5. Adding Crypto Accounts
After setup, click on “Add Account” within Ledger Live. Choose your desired cryptocurrency (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana) and install the corresponding app on your Ledger device. Ledger Live will automatically sync your account, showing your balances and transaction history.
6. Buy, Exchange, and Stake Crypto
Ledger Live integrates trusted partners that allow you to buy, sell, and swap crypto directly within the app. You can also stake supported coins like Ethereum, Polkadot, and Tezos to earn passive income — all without ever leaving the secure Ledger environment.
7. Security Best Practices
- Always verify every transaction on your device’s physical screen before confirming. - Keep your recovery phrase private and never share it online. - Regularly update your Ledger Live app and firmware via Ledger.com/start. - Use strong PINs and enable automatic lock features on your devices.
8. Ledger Live Mobile
The mobile version of Ledger Live offers the same functionality as the desktop app. When paired via Bluetooth with the Ledger Nano X, users can send, receive, and manage assets on the go while maintaining the same enterprise-grade security standards.
Conclusion
Ledger™ Live combines simplicity, flexibility, and top-level security to empower crypto users worldwide. By managing your portfolio through Ledger Live, you maintain full control of your private keys — a fundamental principle of decentralized finance. Begin your journey confidently by downloading the app from Ledger.com/start and following the official setup instructions.