Welcome to the official Ledger wallet setup guide. Follow our secure step-by-step instructions to initialize your hardware wallet and protect your cryptocurrency assets.
Carefully unbox your Ledger hardware wallet package. Verify all components including the Ledger device, USB cable, recovery sheet, and keychain strap. Check for any signs of tampering before proceeding with your Ledger wallet setup.
Security Check: Ensure the holographic seal on the box is intact and verify the device authenticity through Ledger's official verification tools.
Visit Ledger.com/Start and download the Ledger Live application for your operating system. Ledger Live is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. This application will guide you through the entire wallet setup process and manage your cryptocurrency portfolio.
Important: Only download Ledger Live from the official Ledger website to avoid malicious software.
Connect your Ledger hardware wallet to your computer using the provided USB cable. Ledger Live will automatically detect your device and guide you through the initialization process. Follow the on-screen instructions to begin setting up your new wallet.
Device Recognition: Ledger Live will verify your device authenticity and ensure it's genuine Ledger hardware.
Follow the prompts on both Ledger Live and your device screen to initialize your wallet. You'll be guided through setting up a secure PIN code and generating your 24-word recovery phrase. This recovery phrase is your master backup - store it securely.
Critical Step: Your 24-word recovery phrase is the only way to recover your funds if your device is lost or damaged.
Use Ledger Live to install applications for the cryptocurrencies you want to manage. Each crypto asset requires its own application on your Ledger device. Install Bitcoin, Ethereum, or any of the 5,500+ supported assets through the Manager in Ledger Live.
Asset Support: Ledger supports Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Polkadot, and thousands of ERC-20 tokens and other digital assets.
Add cryptocurrency accounts in Ledger Live for each asset you want to manage. The application will synchronize with blockchain networks to display your balances and transaction history. Your Ledger device is now ready to securely send and receive cryptocurrencies.
Security Confirmation: All transactions require physical confirmation on your Ledger device for maximum security.
Ledger devices use certified secure element chips, the same technology used in passports and credit cards, to provide military-grade protection for your private keys.
Your Ledger device is protected by a PIN code that you set during setup. The device wipes itself after 3 incorrect PIN attempts, protecting your assets from physical attacks.
Your 24-word recovery phrase is generated offline on your device. This phrase allows you to recover all your cryptocurrencies on any Ledger device if yours is lost or stolen.
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Your 24-word recovery phrase is the master key to your cryptocurrency assets. Write it down on the provided recovery sheet and store it in a secure, offline location. Never digitalize or share your recovery phrase with anyone.
Always verify transaction details on your Ledger device screen before confirming. This ensures that malicious software cannot alter transaction details on your computer.
Only download Ledger Live from the official Ledger website. Be cautious of fake applications and websites attempting to steal your recovery phrase or private keys.
Keep your Ledger device firmware updated to benefit from the latest security enhancements. Ledger Live will notify you when updates are available for your hardware wallet.
Download Ledger Live and begin securing your cryptocurrency assets
Start your Ledger wallet setup today and take control of your digital assets