Your complete guide to setting up and securing your Ledger® hardware wallet. Learn how to initialize your device, protect your assets, and get started safely in the world of cryptocurrency.
Ledger® hardware wallets provide the most secure method for storing cryptocurrency by keeping private keys offline. This guide explains every step of the onboarding process from Ledger.com/Start®, ensuring your device setup is safe and reliable.
Ledger hardware wallets are trusted globally and integrate with Ledger Live™ for easy portfolio management. Visit the official Ledger onboarding page for setup resources.
Ledger.com/Start® is the official starting point for users to initialize their Ledger hardware wallet. It guarantees that you download genuine software, update firmware securely, and create a protected environment for your digital assets.
Always ensure you are on the official site to avoid phishing. Ledger Support™ resources can be accessed here: Ledger Support™
Check the device packaging for tampering. Ledger devices never come pre-configured with a PIN or recovery phrase.
Access the official onboarding portal and select your Ledger model (Nano S Plus, Nano X, Ledger Stax).
Download Ledger Live™ for Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, or Android from the official source.
Create a secure PIN directly on your device to prevent unauthorized access.
Write down the 24-word recovery phrase offline. Never store digitally or share with anyone.
Install crypto apps and manage multiple accounts in Ledger Live™ for secure transactions.
Ledger Live™ is the companion software for Ledger devices. It allows you to track your portfolio, send and receive crypto, update firmware, and manage apps safely.
Visit the Ledger Live™ page for supported assets, staking, and advanced features.
It is the official onboarding page to safely initialize and set up Ledger hardware wallets.
Yes. Ledger Live™ manages accounts, installs apps, and updates firmware securely.
Yes, your recovery phrase allows you to restore your wallet on any Ledger device.
Ledger Live™ supports iOS and Android, and Ledger Nano X supports Bluetooth connectivity.
Official support can be accessed through Ledger Support™ for guidance and resources.
Once you’re comfortable with your Ledger device, explore multi-currency management, staking rewards, secure exchange integrations, and hardware security best practices.