🔐 Ledger Live | Securely Manage Your Crypto Assets
Welcome to the official guide for using Ledger Live® — the all-in-one crypto management platform created by Ledger. Ledger Live lets you buy, sell, stake, and track your crypto, all while keeping your private keys secured by your Ledger hardware wallet. 🚀
🌟 Why Use Ledger Live?
- ✅ Manage 5,500+ cryptocurrencies securely
- 📈 Track your portfolio in real-time
- 🔗 Connect with Web3 apps via WalletConnect
- 🎨 Store and view NFTs safely
- 🛡️ Keep your private keys offline at all times
📦 What You’ll Need to Get Started
- 🔐 A Ledger device (Nano X, Nano S Plus, or Stax)
- 💻 A computer or smartphone
- 🌐 Internet connection
- ✍️ A secure place to store your 24-word recovery phrase
📥 Step 1: Download Ledger Live
Go to the official site: Ledger.com/start and download Ledger Live for your operating system:
- 🪟 Windows
- 🍎 macOS
- 🐧 Linux
- 📱 iOS / Android
⚠️ Warning: Do NOT download Ledger Live from unofficial app stores, Google search, or links in emails. Scammers often create fake versions.
⚙️ Step 2: Set Up Your Ledger Device
- Unbox your device and connect it via USB or Bluetooth (Nano X)
- Follow on-screen instructions to select “Set up as new device”
- Create a secure PIN code
- Write down your 24-word recovery phrase and confirm it on the device
🔐 Security Tip: Never take photos of your recovery phrase or store it digitally. Use a fireproof paper or metal backup.
🧩 Step 3: Install Crypto Apps
Inside Ledger Live, go to the “Manager” tab:
- Install apps for your preferred blockchains — Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, etc.
- Each app enables your device to interact with that blockchain
- You can manage multiple crypto assets using one Ledger device
📊 Step 4: Add and Manage Accounts
- Go to the “Accounts” tab in Ledger Live
- Click “Add Account” and select a crypto
- Connect and verify with your Ledger device
- Your wallet will now show your crypto balance and address
📩 Receive Crypto Securely
- Click on your account → “Receive”
- Ledger will display the address in-app and on the device
- ✅ Always verify the address on the device screen before copying
📤 Send Crypto Safely
- Go to “Send” in Ledger Live
- Paste the recipient’s address, amount, and network
- ✅ Confirm the details on your Ledger device
- Click “Send” and track status in your Portfolio
🔁 Swap & Buy Crypto
Ledger Live integrates with partners like:
You can buy crypto using fiat (credit card, bank transfer), and it goes directly to your Ledger-secured wallet — no exchange custody needed!
🌱 Earn Rewards: Staking & DeFi
Ledger Live supports staking for several assets including:
- Tezos (XTZ)
- Ethereum (ETH)
- Polkadot (DOT)
- Cosmos (ATOM)
Use the “Earn” section to stake your crypto and receive rewards passively, while still maintaining full control.
🖼️ NFTs in Ledger Live
Ledger Live allows you to view and manage your Ethereum or Polygon NFTs safely:
- 🎨 View artwork inside the Ledger Live NFT tab
- 🔐 Sign NFT transactions securely using your device
- 💼 Compatible with platforms like OpenSea via WalletConnect
🔗 Connect to Web3
Want to use DeFi platforms or interact with dApps like Uniswap or Aave? Use:
- 🔌 WalletConnect integration
- 🦊 Ledger + MetaMask combo
Approve and sign every transaction securely using your Ledger hardware wallet.
📈 Track Your Crypto Portfolio
Ledger Live shows real-time market value of your holdings across all supported coins. You can:
- 📊 View historical charts
- 💰 Monitor individual assets
- 📉 See total gains/losses
🛡️ Top Security Tips
- 🔒 Never share your 24-word recovery phrase
- 🧊 Store it offline in multiple secure locations
- ❌ Never enter your phrase into a computer or website
- 🌐 Only use Ledger.com for downloads and support
- 📞 Ledger will NEVER call, DM, or email asking for your recovery phrase
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