Getting Started with Your Ledger Device
Ledger.com/Start® is the official guide for users who are setting up their Ledger hardware wallet for the first time. Whether you’ve purchased a Ledger Nano X, Nano S Plus, or any Ledger device, this guide ensures that your setup is secure, simple, and future-ready. Our mission is to give you full control of your digital assets — safely and efficiently.
Step 1: Unbox and Connect
Inside your Ledger box, you’ll find your device, USB cable, recovery sheet, and instructions. Begin by connecting the device to your computer or smartphone. Visit Ledger.com/Start® to download the official Ledger Live app, which serves as your central hub for crypto management.
Step 2: Install Ledger Live
Ledger Live allows you to manage multiple cryptocurrencies, check balances in real-time, and send or receive funds securely. Always ensure you download it from the official Ledger site — never from third-party sources — to avoid security risks.
Step 3: Create a New Wallet
Follow on-screen instructions to set up your device. You’ll be prompted to choose a secure PIN and write down your 24-word recovery phrase. This phrase is the only way to recover your funds in case of loss or damage. Keep it offline and never share it with anyone — not even Ledger support.
Step 4: Verify and Secure
Ledger devices are designed with advanced security chips that isolate your private keys from online threats. The combination of hardware protection and the Ledger Live app ensures that your crypto stays under your exclusive control — always.
Step 5: Add Accounts and Manage Crypto
Once your device is set up, you can start adding accounts for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and hundreds of other cryptocurrencies. Ledger Live supports staking, swapping, and even NFT management — all within one secure environment.
Security Best Practices
Always double-check URLs before entering sensitive data. Ensure your firmware and Ledger Live are updated regularly. Never reveal your recovery phrase — Ledger will never ask for it. Store it in a secure offline location, preferably using a Ledger Cryptosteel Capsule for fire and water resistance.
Why Choose Ledger?
Ledger is trusted by millions globally for its unmatched security architecture and user-friendly experience. Each Ledger device is built with a Secure Element chip — the same technology used in passports and credit cards — ensuring the highest protection for your digital wealth.
Start Your Secure Crypto Journey
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced investor, Ledger.com/Start® provides all the guidance needed to confidently begin your crypto journey. Protect your investments, manage assets, and explore the decentralized world with complete peace of mind.
Ledger doesn’t just protect your coins — it protects your freedom. Start today, and experience the next level of digital ownership.