Ledger.com/Start®

Official guide to secure Ledger wallet setup.

Secure Wallet Setup with Ledger

Ledger.com/Start® guides you through safely setting up your Ledger hardware wallet and Ledger Live. Protect your crypto and NFTs while maintaining complete control over your digital assets using offline key security.

1. Unbox Your Ledger Device

Verify the authenticity of your Ledger hardware wallet and ensure all included components are present.

2. Install Ledger Live

Download Ledger Live from the official website to safely manage cryptocurrencies and NFTs.

3. Initialize Wallet

Follow Ledger Live instructions to create a new wallet or restore an existing one using your recovery phrase.

4. Set a Secure PIN

Protect your Ledger device with a strong PIN code to prevent unauthorized access.

5. Backup Recovery Phrase

Write down your recovery phrase offline and store it in a safe location. This is the only way to recover your wallet.

6. Connect Ledger Live

Link your device to Ledger Live to access accounts, monitor balances, send/receive crypto, and track NFTs securely.

Offline Key Security

Private keys never leave your device, ensuring maximum protection against online threats.

Multi-Asset Management

Manage hundreds of cryptocurrencies and NFT collections in one secure interface.

Real-Time Portfolio

Track balances, transaction history, and NFT activity in real time using Ledger Live.

Security Guidelines

  • Verify the authenticity of your Ledger device before use.
  • Keep your recovery phrase offline and never share it.
  • Download Ledger Live only from official sources.
  • Confirm all transactions directly on your Ledger device.

By following Ledger.com/Start®, you ensure that your digital assets are protected while maintaining complete control. Ledger Live combined with your Ledger hardware wallet provides a secure, user-friendly platform for managing cryptocurrencies and NFTs safely.