Your complete guide to setting up and using Ledger® Live — the secure gateway to your crypto assets.
Ledger® Live is the official desktop and mobile application developed by Ledger to help users securely manage their cryptocurrency hardware wallets. It offers a comprehensive solution to store, send, receive, buy, sell, stake, and swap cryptocurrencies.
Available for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS, Ledger Live provides a seamless interface for managing assets while maintaining security. With Ledger Live, your private keys never leave your device, and your transactions are always validated on your Ledger hardware wallet.
Whether you’re a beginner or a crypto veteran, Ledger Live is designed to give you full control and transparency over your crypto portfolio.
Visit the official Ledger website: www.ledger.com/ledger-live. Download the correct version for your operating system (Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, or iOS).
Follow the installation instructions. Once installed, open the app and follow the welcome screens to start connecting your Ledger device.
Plug in your Ledger Nano X, S Plus, or Nano S. Follow the on-screen instructions to allow Ledger Live to communicate with your device.
You can either:
Install apps for the cryptocurrencies you want to manage (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum) directly from Ledger Live.
After installing an app, add your crypto accounts to view balances, send and receive crypto, and track your portfolio.
Download Ledger LiveLedger Live supports a wide range of cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Cardano, Ripple, and thousands of ERC-20 tokens.
Track the value of your assets in real-time. Get a visual overview of your portfolio’s growth over time with easy-to-read graphs.
Buy crypto directly through Ledger Live via integrated partners. All purchases are sent directly to your Ledger wallet — no third-party custody.
Exchange one crypto for another without leaving the app. Swaps are fast, secure, and available through trusted exchange services.
Earn rewards on your holdings by staking assets like Ethereum, Tezos, and Solana directly from Ledger Live.
Use the built-in manager to install or remove crypto apps from your Ledger device. Easily update firmware and apps when needed.
Ledger Live is built with security at its core. It works hand-in-hand with your Ledger hardware wallet, ensuring that your private keys remain offline and safe from cyber threats.
⚠️ Warning: Never share your 24-word recovery phrase. Ledger will never ask for it. Do not enter it online, even in Ledger Live. Keep it safe and offline.
Yes. Ledger Live is free to download and use. Some services like buying crypto may include third-party fees.
Ledger Live requires a Ledger hardware wallet to manage private keys securely. Viewing mode is available, but transactions require a connected device.
You can recover your assets using your 24-word recovery phrase with another Ledger device. Keep your recovery phrase secure and private.
Yes, you can view and manage Ethereum and Polygon NFTs directly in Ledger Live, with full control over your private keys.
Yes. Ledger Live is available for Android and iOS. Ledger Nano X supports Bluetooth, allowing wireless connection to your phone.