A detailed, beginner-friendly guide to setting up your Ledger hardware wallet and managing cryptocurrencies safely using Ledger Live.
Ledger.com/start is the official onboarding page for new Ledger users. It guides you step by step through initializing your Ledger Nano X or Nano S Plus device, installing Ledger Live, and securely managing your crypto assets.
By using Ledger, your private keys remain offline, giving you complete control over your cryptocurrencies while protecting them from online threats like phishing, malware, and exchange hacks.
Private keys never leave your Ledger device.
Easily buy, send, swap, and track crypto.
Stake supported assets safely.
Updates verified directly via Ledger Live.
Manage over 1,800 cryptocurrencies safely.
Ensure you access the official page to download Ledger Live safely and avoid phishing sites.
Install the Ledger Live application on your desktop or mobile device to manage your crypto portfolio securely.
Use USB or Bluetooth (Nano X) to connect your device and follow the on-screen instructions to recognize it.
Create a strong PIN on your Ledger hardware device to prevent unauthorized access.
Securely write down your 24-word recovery phrase offline. This is your only backup if the device is lost or damaged.
Use Ledger Live to send, receive, stake, and swap cryptocurrencies while keeping assets fully secure.
Always type Ledger.com/start manually to avoid phishing scams.
Never share your 24-word recovery phrase.
Update firmware exclusively via Ledger Live.
Use a passphrase for an extra layer of protection.
Confirm all transactions directly on the Ledger device.
By visiting Ledger.com/start, you take full control of your cryptocurrency assets with world-class security. Manage, send, swap, and stake safely using Ledger Live and your Ledger hardware wallet.
Ledger — Your keys, your crypto, your protection.