Setup Ledger Live & Wallet
Download Ledger Live from Ledger.com/start and install on your Windows, Mac, or Linux machine.
Connect your Ledger hardware wallet using a USB cable and initialize by creating or recovering wallets, generating your recovery seed, and setting a PIN on the device itself.
Security Essentials
Ledger devices securely store your private keys offline, and all transactions must be manually approved on-device ensuring maximum protection.
- Never expose recovery words online; always keep them offline and safe.
- Keep your device firmware and Ledger Live software updated.
- Enable two-factor authentication for your accounts.
- Beware phishing attempts - always verify official Ledger sources.
Portfolio Management
Manage thousands of coins and tokens with Ledger Live. Track balances, view detailed transaction histories, and adjust coin configurations seamlessly.
Multi-account support lets you safely manage different wallets for diversified assets.
Buying, Selling & Trading
Ledger Live integrates with trusted partners to let you buy, sell, and swap cryptocurrencies securely within the software environment.
You can also stake supported assets directly to earn rewards.