Official Site™ | Ledger.Com/Start
"Explore Ledger Live – the ultimate cryptocurrency management platform. Securely store, manage, and grow your digital assets with ease.
Setting Up a Ledger Hardware Wallet:
Purchase a Ledger Device:
Visit the official Ledger website at https://www.ledger.com/ to purchase a Ledger hardware wallet. Choose the model that suits your needs.
Unbox Your Ledger Device:
Once you receive your Ledger device, carefully unbox it and check for all the components, including the Ledger hardware wallet, USB cable, and recovery sheet.
Connect to a Computer:
Connect your Ledger device to your computer using the provided USB cable.
Initialize Your Ledger Device:
Power on the Ledger device and follow the on-screen instructions for the initial setup.
Set up a PIN code for device access. This PIN code will be required every time you connect your Ledger to a computer.
Write Down Your Recovery Phrase:
During the setup, you'll be given a 24-word recovery phrase (also known as seed phrase). Write down these words in the exact order as shown on the device.
Store the recovery phrase in a secure location, offline, and never share it with anyone.
Confirm Your Recovery Phrase:
After writing down the recovery phrase, the device will ask you to confirm it by entering some of the words.
Install Ledger Live Software:
Visit the Ledger Live website (https://www.ledger.com/ledger-live) and download the Ledger Live software suitable for your operating system.
Install Ledger Live on your computer.
Connect Ledger Device to Ledger Live:
Open Ledger Live on your computer.
Connect your Ledger device to the computer using the USB cable.
Follow the on-screen instructions to pair your Ledger device with Ledger Live.
Install Cryptocurrency Apps:
Within Ledger Live, install the apps for the cryptocurrencies you intend to manage on your Ledger device.
Ledger supports a variety of cryptocurrencies, and you can install the respective apps for each.
Receive and Manage Cryptocurrencies:
Use Ledger Live to manage and monitor your cryptocurrency holdings.
When receiving funds, ensure to use the provided receiving addresses from Ledger Live.
Important Security Tips:
Keep Your Recovery Phrase Secure:
Safeguard your recovery phrase and never store it digitally or share it with anyone.
Regularly Update Firmware:
Check for firmware updates for your Ledger device and keep it updated for the latest security features.
Use a Secure Connection:
When interacting with your Ledger device and Ledger Live, make sure you are using a secure and trusted internet connection.
Always refer to the official documentation provided by Ledger for the most accurate and up-to-date information on setting up your Ledger hardware wallet.
Last updated