In the fast-moving world of cryptocurrencies, security and control are everything. With rising concerns about hacks, scams, and exchange failures, keeping your digital assets safe is critical. That’s where Ledger®, one of the world’s leading hardware wallet brands, comes in.
Whether you’ve purchased a Ledger Nano S Plus or a Ledger Nano X, the best and safest way to get started is by visiting the official setup page: . This platform ensures your device is properly initialized, protected, and connected with the Ledger Live app—the command center for your digital assets.
Ledger hardware wallets are built on the principle of cold storage—keeping your private keys offline, away from internet-based threats. Combined with Ledger Live, the Ledger ecosystem offers a secure, beginner-friendly way to buy, sell, and manage crypto assets with total ownership.
To start, go to using a secure internet browser. This is the official Ledger setup page where you can choose your device, download the required apps, and follow verified instructions.
⚠️ Important: Only use the official site. Counterfeit sites may compromise your seed phrase or device. Always double-check the URL.
Ledger Live is the desktop and mobile app used to manage your Ledger wallet. From here, you’ll be able to:
Available on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS, Ledger Live provides an all-in-one interface for controlling your assets securely.
Inside your Ledger box, you’ll find:
Connect your device to your computer using the USB cable, then open Ledger Live and follow the “Get Started” flow. The app will walk you through:
If you’re setting up for the first time, choose “Set up as new device”. The device will now generate your 24-word recovery phrase—your master key.
💡 Pro Tip: Take your time. Write down each word carefully in the exact order provided on the included recovery sheet. You’ll need to confirm the words to complete this step.
Your 24-word recovery phrase is the most important part of your wallet. It gives anyone who possesses it access to your funds. Ledger will never ask for it, and neither should anyone else.
✅ Best Practices:
Your Ledger device will prompt you to set a 4- to 8-digit PIN. This PIN protects your wallet in case your device is lost or stolen. Choose something you can remember, but not easily guessable.
You’ll need to enter your PIN every time you connect the device, making it an essential layer of security.
Back in Ledger Live, you’ll now install apps for each cryptocurrency you want to manage (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana). Each app allows you to:
You can add multiple accounts and label them for better organization.
Ledger Live gives you more than just storage. Within the app, you can:
These services are designed to keep your private keys secured within the hardware wallet while interacting with the decentralized world.