Ledger® Live: Desktop | Getting started with Ledger 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭

Explore Ledger Live Desktop: The ultimate tool for managing your cryptocurrencies. Secure, intuitive, and built for seamless desktop integration.

Download Ledger Live

Download and Install Ledger Live

1. Download: Start by downloading the Ledger Live application from the official website onto your desktop or mobile device. Ledger Live is compatible with Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS platforms.

2. Install: Follow the on-screen instructions to install the application once downloaded.

Connect Your Ledger Hardware Wallet

1. Launch Ledger Live: Launch Ledger Live and connect your Ledger hardware wallet to your computer or mobile device using the provided USB cable.

2. Ensure Device is Powered On and Unlocked: Ensure that your Ledger device is powered on and unlocked.

3. Automatic Detection: Ledger Live will automatically detect your device and prompt you to proceed with the setup process.

Enter Your PIN Code

1. Unlock the Device: On your Ledger hardware wallet, enter your PIN code to unlock the device. This step is essential for accessing your cryptocurrency accounts and initiating transactions securely.

Access Your Accounts

1. Display Accounts: Once your Ledger hardware wallet is connected and unlocked, Ledger Live will display a list of your cryptocurrency accounts associated with the device.

2. View Account Balances and Transaction History: You can view account balances, transaction history, and other details for each supported cryptocurrency. Ledger Live supports a wide range of cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, and many others.

Initiate Transactions

1. Send or Receive Crypto: To send or receive cryptocurrency, navigate to the "Send" or "Receive" tab within Ledger Live and follow the on-screen instructions.

2. Transaction Details: When sending funds, you'll need to specify the recipient's address, the amount to send, and any additional transaction details. Ledger Live will generate a transaction summary for your review before confirming the transaction on your Ledger hardware wallet.

Explore Additional Features

1. Portfolio Tracking: Ledger Live offers various additional features to enhance your cryptocurrency management experience, including portfolio tracking, coin swapping, staking, and access to third-party integrations such as decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms.

2. Security Best Practices: Ensure that you follow security best practices while using Ledger Live and your Ledger hardware wallet, including keeping your PIN code and recovery phrase secure, verifying the authenticity of transactions before confirming them, and regularly updating your device's firmware through Ledger Live.