Ledger™ Start

Start your Ledger journey instantly. No box? No problem. Connect digitally, set up your wallet securely, and take control of your crypto assets in minutes.

Step 1: Connect Your Device

Plug in your Ledger device or use Ledger Live Mobile for digital-only setup. Your device establishes a secure connection without exposing private keys.

Our platform detects the device automatically and guides you through the initial setup.

Connect Device

Step 2: Install Ledger Live

Download Ledger Live for desktop or mobile. It’s your main hub to manage cryptocurrencies, monitor balances, and execute transactions—all securely and easily.

Ledger Live never stores your private keys; everything stays on your device.

Ledger Live

Step 3: Initialize Wallet

Follow the guided steps to create a new wallet or recover an existing one. Your recovery phrase is generated on-device and must be stored safely—offline and private.

Initialization ensures your assets are encrypted and recoverable only by you.

Initialize Wallet

Step 4: Secure Your Assets

Set up PIN codes, enable passphrase options, and explore Ledger’s security features. Each step adds an extra layer of protection to your digital assets.

Security is built-in, not optional. Ledger’s cryptography ensures your private keys never leave your device.

Secure Assets

Step 5: Start Transacting

Buy, send, receive, and manage cryptocurrencies with ease. Ledger Live supports multiple assets, exchanges, and portfolio tracking.

All transactions are signed on your device, ensuring maximum security without sacrificing convenience.

Start Transacting

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