Ledger® Live is the official application provided by Ledger® to help users securely manage, send, receive, and stake their digital assets. Getting started with Ledger® Live is a vital step in ensuring the highest level of security for your cryptocurrency holdings. This guide covers how to log in, set up, and safeguard your account when using Ledger® Live.
Ledger® Live is the all-in-one app designed by Ledger®. It integrates directly with hardware wallets like the Ledger Nano S Plus and Ledger Nano X, enabling users to manage multiple assets from one dashboard.
Always start at the official Ledger® site to avoid scams. From here, you can download Ledger® Live and access official resources.
Visit the official Ledger® Live download page and install the app on your desktop or mobile device.
Plug in your Ledger Nano device and open Ledger® Live. Enter your device PIN for authentication.
Once logged in, you’ll see your full portfolio, account balances, transaction history, and options for buying, selling, and staking crypto.
Initialize your Ledger device with a secure PIN and note down your 24-word recovery phrase. This phrase is the most important key to restoring your wallet.
Through Ledger® Live, install the necessary apps for the cryptocurrencies you want to manage.
In the Ledger® Live dashboard, add accounts for each supported cryptocurrency.
Ensure that Ledger® Live is always updated. Avoid phishing links, and never share your recovery phrase.
Ledger® Live is also available on mobile for iOS and Android. This allows you to manage your portfolio on the go.