Getting Started with Ledger Wallets Securely
Welcome to Ledger.com/Start®. This official guide helps you set up your Ledger hardware wallet, install Ledger Live, and securely manage cryptocurrencies and NFTs. Ledger ensures that your private keys remain offline while providing an intuitive interface to access, track, and transfer digital assets safely.
1. Unbox Your Ledger Device
Carefully unbox your Ledger hardware wallet and verify the authenticity of the device.
2. Install Ledger Live
Download Ledger Live for desktop or mobile from the official site to manage cryptocurrencies and NFTs.
3. Initialize Your Device
Follow Ledger Live instructions to set up a new wallet or restore an existing one using your recovery phrase.
4. Create a PIN Code
Set a strong PIN directly on your Ledger device to protect unauthorized access.
5. Backup Recovery Phrase
Securely write down your recovery phrase offline. This phrase is essential to recover your wallet in case of loss.
6. Start Managing Assets
Connect Ledger Live to your device and begin sending, receiving, and monitoring cryptocurrencies and NFTs safely.
Secure Access
All private keys remain offline on your Ledger hardware wallet, protecting your assets from online threats.
Multi-Currency Support
Ledger Live supports hundreds of cryptocurrencies and NFT collections in one interface.
Real-Time Tracking
Monitor balances, track transactions, and view NFT collections in real time through Ledger Live.
Security Best Practices
- Always verify Ledger device authenticity.
- Keep recovery phrase offline and never share it.
- Only download Ledger Live from official sources.
- Confirm all operations directly on the Ledger device.
Ledger.com/Start® provides a safe and simple introduction to hardware wallet management. By combining offline security with Ledger Live’s intuitive platform, you can confidently manage cryptocurrencies and NFTs without compromising safety.