Welcome to Ledger

Ledger hardware wallets provide a secure way to manage your cryptocurrency assets offline. By keeping your private keys offline, Ledger ensures that your funds remain safe from malware, phishing, and hacking attempts.

Step 1: Unbox Your Ledger Device

When your Ledger device arrives, inspect it carefully for tampering. Ledger hardware comes with tamper-evident packaging. Never use a device that shows signs of interference.

Step 2: Install Ledger Live

Ledger Live is the official application to manage your wallet. It allows you to track balances, send and receive crypto, and manage apps on your Ledger device.

Step 3: Initialize Your Ledger Device

Connect your Ledger device to your computer via USB. Follow the on-screen instructions to:

• Set a secure PIN code.
• Write down your recovery phrase (24 words) and store it offline safely.
• Confirm the recovery phrase on the device to ensure it’s recorded correctly.

Step 4: Add Accounts in Ledger Live

Ledger Live allows you to add multiple cryptocurrency accounts, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and thousands of other assets. Navigate to “Accounts” in Ledger Live and add the currencies you want to manage.

Step 5: Send and Receive Cryptocurrency

Once your accounts are set up, you can safely send and receive cryptocurrency:

• Use Ledger Live to generate receiving addresses.
• Verify all transaction details directly on the Ledger device before approving.
• All transactions are signed on-device to keep private keys secure.

Step 6: Security Tips

• Always download Ledger Live from the official website.
• Never share your PIN or recovery phrase with anyone.
• Store your recovery phrase offline in a secure location.
• Update device firmware regularly to access new features and security improvements.
• Enable passphrase protection for an extra layer of security.

Step 7: Explore Ledger Ecosystem

Ledger integrates with third-party wallets, decentralized apps, and exchanges to provide a seamless crypto experience while keeping your private keys secure. You can safely interact with DeFi, NFTs, and multi-chain platforms.

By following these steps at Ledger.com/start, you can ensure a secure and smooth start with your Ledger hardware wallet.