Ledger® Live – Getting Started with Ledger® Wallet

Practical, secure, and colourful quick start for first-time Ledger users — steps, tips, and official links.

Introduction

Ledger® Live is the official companion app for Ledger hardware wallets. It lets you install apps on your device, add accounts, monitor balances, buy/swap crypto, and perform actions like staking — while keeping private keys offline. Always download Ledger Live from the official Ledger website and follow Ledger's setup guide to avoid scams. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Quick checklist (before you start)

  1. Verify device packaging — never use a tampered device.
  2. Download Ledger Live only from the official download page. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
  3. Prepare to write your 24-word recovery phrase on the supplied card; never store it digitally. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Step-by-Step Setup

1. Download & verify Ledger Live

Use the official Ledger Live download page and check signatures if you can. Fake apps are circulating — only use ledger.com. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

Download Ledger Live Platform downloads

2. Initialize your Ledger device

Power the device, choose a PIN, and write the 24-word recovery phrase on paper provided. Do not photograph or type it. If you lose the phrase, follow official support instructions for recovery. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

3. Connect Ledger Live and add accounts

Open Ledger Live, choose "Get started", select your device type, and follow the prompts to add accounts and install crypto apps. You can manage multiple coins from one interface. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

4. Extra security — use Recovery Check & passphrase wisely

Use Ledger's Recovery Check app to validate your backup. Consider the passphrase feature only if you understand how it changes recovery. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

Best Practices & Final Notes

Keep your recovery phrase offline

Never share it. Ledger will never ask for your 24 words. If any app or support page (other than official Ledger) asks for it, it is a scam. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

Regularly update Ledger Live

Ledger periodically updates the app for new coin support and security hardening — keep your app and device firmware updated through official channels. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}