Get Started with Ledger
Set up your Ledger hardware wallet in 4 simple steps. Secure your crypto assets with industry-leading security and peace of mind.
Install Ledger Live
Download and set up the official Ledger application
Download from Official Website
Only download Ledger Live from ledger.com to ensure authenticity and security.
Install and Launch
Run the installer and follow the setup wizard. The application will guide you through the initial configuration.
Ledger Live Installation Process
Device Initialization Screen
Initialize Your Device
Set up your Ledger device for first-time use
Choose PIN Code
Select a 4-8 digit PIN code. This will be required every time you use your device.
Write Down Recovery Phrase
Your device will display 24 words. Write them down in order on the provided recovery sheet.
Confirm Recovery Phrase
Your device will ask you to confirm several words from your recovery phrase.
Verify Authenticity
Ensure your device is genuine and secure
Genuine Check
Ledger Live will automatically verify your device's authenticity when you connect it.
Certificate Validation
The app checks cryptographic certificates to ensure your device hasn't been tampered with.
Security Tip
If the genuineness check fails, do not use the device and contact Ledger support immediately.
Authenticity Verification
Recovery Phrase Security
Secure Your Recovery Phrase
Protect your 24-word recovery phrase properly
Never Share Your Recovery Phrase
Your recovery phrase gives complete access to your crypto. Never share it with anyone.
Store Offline
Write down your phrase on paper and store it in a safe, dry location. Never store it digitally.
Multiple Backups
Consider creating multiple copies and storing them in different secure locations.
Critical Warning
If you lose your recovery phrase and your device breaks, your crypto will be permanently lost.