Welcome to the official getting started guide for the Ledger™ Wallet. If you're stepping into the world of cryptocurrency, securing your digital assets is your first and most important step. Ledger hardware wallets offer an industry-leading solution to protect your funds through offline storage, verified firmware, and user-friendly management tools.
The Ledger Wallet is a physical, hardware-based cryptocurrency wallet that allows you to store your private keys offline. Unlike web or mobile wallets that are vulnerable to online threats, Ledger devices keep your keys isolated in a secure chip, minimizing the risk of hacks, phishing, and malware.
There are two main Ledger hardware wallets:
Always purchase your Ledger device directly from the official website: https://www.ledger.com. Avoid third-party marketplaces to prevent risks of pre-tampered devices.
Inside your box, you should find the Ledger device, USB cable, instructions, recovery sheet, and accessories. Ensure the package is sealed and untampered.
To begin setup, go to ledger.com/start. This is the official guide with verified firmware and safety checks.
Download the Ledger Live™ app for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, or iOS. This is your interface to manage assets, check balances, install coin apps, and more.
Each cryptocurrency requires a specific app installed on your Ledger device. Use Ledger Live’s “Manager” tab to install Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other apps as needed.
Once apps are installed, add accounts in Ledger Live. This lets you track balances and receive funds. You can add multiple wallets for each supported coin.
Ledger Wallet supports advanced functionality:
If your device is lost, your crypto is safe as long as your recovery phrase is secure. Purchase a new Ledger, choose “Restore from recovery phrase,” and regain access.