Welcome — What Ledger® Live is and why it matters
Ledger® Live is the official desktop and mobile companion app for Ledger hardware wallets. It allows you to securely manage your crypto accounts, check balances, send and receive assets, and install or update firmware on your Ledger device. This short presentation explains how to log in, get started safely, and use the official Ledger® Live resources.
Step 1 — Prepare your Ledger hardware
Before opening Ledger® Live, make sure your Ledger hardware device is set up securely. Use your physical recovery phrase only when setting up the device, and never share it with anyone. Confirm you have the original USB cable and a clean device screen; avoid public kiosks or unknown computers for first-time setup.
Step 2 — Install Ledger® Live
Download Ledger® Live only from the official Ledger site. Install the app for your operating system (Windows, macOS, Linux) or get the official mobile app from your device's app store. Once installed, open Ledger® Live and choose the appropriate onboarding option: set up a new device, restore a device from a recovery phrase, or simply connect an existing Ledger to manage accounts.
Step 3 — Secure login & device pairing
Ledger® Live pairs with your Ledger device through a secure USB or Bluetooth connection. You don't enter private keys into the app — transactions are signed on the physical device. Always verify the transaction details shown on your device screen before confirming. For mobile Bluetooth pairing, confirm the device identifier matches and that you're in a trusted environment.
Common tasks in Ledger® Live
- Create and manage multiple accounts for different cryptocurrencies.
- Receive funds by generating addresses directly from the app while verifying on-device.
- Send funds with on-device confirmation to prevent remote tampering.
- Install and update application firmware safely using Ledger® Live’s built-in manager.
Best practices and safety tips
Always update Ledger® Live and your device firmware when prompted. Use a strong PIN on your Ledger device, keep your recovery phrase offline and safe in multiple physical locations, and enable a passphrase if you know what it does. Avoid downloading third-party apps claiming to integrate with Ledger without verification.
Troubleshooting quick fixes
If Ledger® Live cannot find your device, check the cable, USB port, or Bluetooth permission; restart the app; or try another computer. For persistent errors, use official support resources on Ledger's site rather than unverified forums. Never share your recovery phrase in support chats.
Wrap-up — Next steps
Now that you're familiar with Ledger® Live basics, use the official resources to complete setup and signing workflows. Keep this page bookmarked and return to Ledger® Live for secure, on-device transaction confirmations and account management.