Get started with Ledger*

Welcome to Ledger

Ledger.com/start is the official onboarding hub where users can safely set up their Ledger hardware wallets. Ledger devices such as the Ledger Nano X, Ledger Nano S Plus, and Ledger Stax are trusted by millions of users worldwide for keeping cryptocurrencies secure and offline.

By following the guided setup process, you’ll learn how to initialize your device, install the Ledger Live app, and safeguard your recovery phrase.

Step-by-Step Setup Guide

1. Unbox Your Device: Ensure your Ledger device is sealed and new. Never use a pre-initialized device.
2. Go to the Official Site: Visit ledger.com/start from your browser.
3. Install Ledger Live: Download the official Ledger Live app for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, or Android.
4. Initialize Your Device: Follow on-screen steps to set a PIN and generate your 24-word recovery phrase. Write it down carefully and store it offline.
5. Install Apps: Use Ledger Live to install crypto apps (like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, etc.) directly to your hardware wallet.
6. Start Managing Crypto: Once complete, you can safely buy, send, receive, and stake your digital assets.

Security Tips for New Users

• Always use the official site: Ledger.com/start
• Never share your 24-word recovery phrase with anyone
• Ledger will never ask for your private keys or recovery words
• Keep your device firmware updated through Ledger Live
• Use strong, unique passwords and enable 2FA on related accounts

Following these guidelines ensures that your crypto assets stay safe under your full control.

Why Choose Ledger?

Ledger is an industry leader in hardware-based crypto security. With a Secure Element chip and proprietary BOLOS operating system, Ledger devices protect your private keys from hacks and malware.

Unlike online wallets, Ledger devices store your keys offline, making them immune to online threats. You maintain ownership and control of your crypto—always.

Using Ledger Live

The Ledger Live application is your gateway to managing digital assets securely. It allows users to:

• Buy, sell, and swap over 5,000 cryptocurrencies
• View portfolio performance in real-time
• Stake coins like Ethereum, Polkadot, and Solana
• Securely manage NFTs
• Access DeFi platforms through Web3 integrations

Ledger Live combines convenience and world-class security to give users confidence in every transaction.

Common Setup Issues

If you encounter problems during setup:

• Ensure your Ledger Live app is downloaded from the official site
• Try a different USB cable or computer port
• Restart both your computer and the Ledger device
• Check Ledger Support for troubleshooting guides

Conclusion

Setting up your Ledger wallet via Ledger.com/start is the safest way to begin your crypto journey. With a hardware wallet and the Ledger Live app, your private keys remain offline—giving you full control of your assets and peace of mind in a digital world.