Welcome to Ledger.com/start — your official and trusted starting point for initializing your Ledger hardware wallet. This step-by-step guide will help you set up your device securely, install the Ledger Live app, and start managing your cryptocurrency portfolio safely. Whether you’re new to crypto or an experienced investor, Ledger ensures your private keys never leave the device.
Get StartedYour Ledger device is designed to protect your crypto assets by keeping your private keys offline. The setup process at Ledger.com/start ensures authenticity and prevents phishing attempts by guiding you through the official Ledger workflow. Once you unbox your Ledger Nano device, connect it to your computer via USB and follow the prompts displayed on-screen.
During setup, Ledger Live will instruct you to choose a PIN and generate a 24-word recovery phrase. This seed phrase is the single key to your funds — write it down carefully and store it securely offline. Never share it with anyone or type it into a website or app. Ledger will never ask for it. Protecting this recovery phrase ensures complete control of your assets, even if your device is lost or stolen.
After setup, you can install Ledger Live — the all-in-one companion app for managing, sending, and receiving crypto assets. The application supports Bitcoin, Ethereum, and thousands of tokens. All transactions require confirmation on your Ledger device, ensuring no unauthorized actions occur.
Plug in your Ledger Nano device and open Ledger Live to begin secure initialization.
Set up a secure PIN directly on your device. This PIN protects access to your Ledger wallet.
Record the 24 words displayed on your device. Keep them safe and offline at all times.
Ledger Live verifies the device’s authenticity and lets you install crypto apps to start managing assets.
Ledger’s firmware is open-source and regularly audited for security. Each update can be verified through Ledger Live, ensuring no tampering or unauthorized code has been introduced. Using Ledger Live Desktop or Mobile, you can monitor your portfolio in real time and interact safely with Web3 applications through Ledger’s secure interfaces.
Always ensure you’re on the genuine Ledger.com/start page before proceeding with any setup or download. Avoid third-party installers or links from unofficial sources. Ledger’s mission is to make crypto security simple and accessible — empowering you to control your digital wealth safely.