Securely manage your crypto portfolio with the official Ledger Live App setup walkthrough.
The Ledger Live App is the official desktop and mobile software for managing your Ledger hardware wallet. It provides a secure interface for buying, selling, and managing digital assets while keeping your private keys safely stored within the hardware device. With Ledger Live, you can manage over 5,500 coins and tokens, including Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and more.
The Ledger Live App combines simplicity and advanced security. It works seamlessly with your Ledger Nano X or Ledger Nano S Plus to protect your private keys through the Secure Element chip — a hardware component designed to resist sophisticated attacks. Unlike software wallets, your crypto stays in cold storage, offline, and safe from hackers.
To ensure maximum safety, always download the Ledger Live App from the official Ledger website. Avoid third-party links or unofficial sources.
After installation, open the Ledger Live App on your computer. Here’s how to complete the setup:
During initialization, your Ledger device generates a unique 24-word recovery seed. This seed is the ultimate backup of your crypto assets. Write it down on the recovery sheet provided — never take photos or store it online. The Ledger Live App will confirm your words to ensure they’re written correctly before completing the setup.
Once your wallet is initialized and verified, you can add cryptocurrency accounts directly within the Ledger Live App:
The Ledger Live Login process ensures that only you can access your accounts. After verifying your connected Ledger device, you’ll have full access to your crypto portfolio dashboard, where you can view balances, track prices, and manage transactions securely.
Yes, the Ledger Live App is free to download and use from the official Ledger.com/Start page.
No, the Ledger Live App works exclusively with Ledger hardware wallets to maintain the highest level of security.
To recover your wallet, connect your Ledger device and choose “Restore from recovery phrase.” Enter your 24-word seed to regain access.
Yes, the Ledger Live App is available on both desktop and mobile (iOS and Android). You can sync your portfolio across devices.
Regularly update your Ledger Live App and device firmware to ensure optimal performance and security against threats.
Try reconnecting via a different USB port, using another cable, or reinstalling the Ledger Live App from Ledger.com/Start.
The Ledger Live App provides an all-in-one platform for safe, offline crypto storage and easy portfolio management. Whether you’re managing Bitcoin, Ethereum, or any other digital asset, pairing your hardware wallet with Ledger Live ensures unmatched protection through cold storage and the Secure Element technology.