Official Site® | Ledger.com/Start® | Getting started — ledger

Official Site® | Ledger.com/Start® | Getting Started — Ledger

Getting started with Ledger® begins at one trusted destination: Ledger.com/Start® — the official setup page for Ledger hardware wallets. Whether you’ve just purchased a Ledger Nano S Plus or a Ledger Nano X, this is where your secure crypto journey begins. Designed to guide you every step of the way, this page ensures your device is genuine and your setup process is safe.

Ledger® is a global leader in cryptocurrency security, providing hardware wallets that protect your private keys offline, away from online threats. Combined with Ledger Live®, the official management software, you gain full control over your digital assets.

🛠️ Step 1: Go to Ledger.com/Start®

Begin by opening your browser and navigating to Ledger.com/Start®. This official site ensures that you are getting authentic instructions and downloading the correct version of Ledger Live®, the software companion to your Ledger device.

Once on the site, choose your device model—Ledger Nano S Plus, Ledger Nano X, or other models—and follow the setup steps carefully. This process is designed to verify that your device is authentic and has not been tampered with.

💻 Step 2: Download Ledger Live®

The next step is to download Ledger Live®, the secure application that lets you manage your crypto assets. Ledger Live is available for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android. Always download the software from the official site to avoid counterfeit versions or security risks.

After downloading, install Ledger Live on your computer. Open the application, and select whether you are setting up a new device or restoring from an existing recovery phrase.

🔐 Step 3: Initialize Your Ledger Device

Connect your Ledger hardware wallet to your computer using the included USB cable. On-screen instructions will guide you through:

Setting a PIN code: This code is required to access your device.
Writing down your recovery phrase: You’ll be given a 24-word phrase that acts as the only backup of your wallet.

⚠️ Important: Write your recovery phrase on the recovery sheet provided, and store it in a secure, offline location. Never share this phrase or store it digitally.

🔄 Step 4: Install Apps and Add Accounts

Once your device is initialized and paired with Ledger Live, you can install apps for specific cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, or Solana. Go to the Manager tab in Ledger Live and install the apps you need. Then, add accounts under the Accounts tab to view your balances and transactions.

💸 Step 5: Start Using Your Wallet

Now your Ledger wallet is ready to use. With Ledger Live and your hardware device, you can:

Send and receive cryptocurrency securely
Buy, sell, or swap crypto with trusted partners
Track your portfolio in real time
Stake coins to earn passive rewards
Manage NFTs on supported networks

✅ Start Right. Stay Secure.

By starting at Ledger.com/Start®, you ensure your Ledger device is genuine, your software is safe, and your setup is correct. Security starts from the beginning—make sure your first steps are the right ones.

Ledger. Own your crypto, securely.