Ledger® Live App— Getting Started | official Ledger™ Live App
Managing cryptocurrency securely requires more than just owning a hardware wallet — it requires a reliable interface to monitor, send, and receive assets. That’s where the Ledger Live app comes in. Developed by Ledger, Ledger Live is the official software companion for Ledger devices like the Ledger Nano X and Ledger Nano S Plus.
Ledger Live acts as a bridge between your offline hardware wallet and your digital assets, enabling you to manage multiple cryptocurrencies from a single interface while keeping your private keys offline.
Key Features of Ledger Live
- Multi-Currency Support
Ledger Live supports thousands of cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and many ERC-20 tokens. Users can install specific apps for the coins they wish to manage directly through the interface. - Portfolio Tracking
The app provides a clear dashboard showing your balances, portfolio value over time, and transaction history. This makes it easy to monitor your assets at a glance. - Secure Transactions
All sending and receiving operations require physical confirmation on your Ledger device. Even if your computer is compromised, the hardware wallet ensures your private keys never leave the device. - Firmware and App Management
Ledger Live allows you to update your device firmware and install or uninstall crypto apps safely, ensuring your wallet always has the latest security improvements. - Staking and Swap Features
Some supported assets can be staked directly within Ledger Live for passive rewards, and users can also exchange certain cryptocurrencies via integrated swap services without exposing their private keys.
How to Get Started with Ledger Live
- Download the App
Visit the official Ledger website or Ledger.com/start to download Ledger Live for your operating system (Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, or Android). - Connect Your Ledger Device
Plug in your Ledger Nano X or Nano S Plus using the supplied USB cable, or connect via Bluetooth if supported. - Initialize Your Device
If it’s a new device, follow the guided setup to create a PIN and generate your 24-word recovery phrase. - Install Cryptocurrency Apps
Use Ledger Live to install apps for the specific cryptocurrencies you want to manage. - Start Managing Your Assets
Once set up, you can send, receive, and track your crypto securely. All operations must be confirmed physically on your Ledger device.
Security Best Practices
- Only download Ledger Live from the official Ledger website.
- Keep your recovery phrase offline and never share it.
- Always verify your device PIN and transaction details directly on the device screen.
- Regularly update both Ledger Live and your hardware wallet firmware.
Why Ledger Live Is Essential
Ledger Live simplifies the process of managing multiple cryptocurrencies while maintaining the robust security of a hardware wallet. By combining usability with strong security, it ensures that even beginners can safely hold and manage their digital assets.
With Ledger Live, you don’t just store crypto — you actively manage and protect it, all while keeping your private keys offline and secure.