The definitive starting guide to setting up your Ledger® device and installing **Ledger® Live**, the essential software for your **Ledger® Live Wallet**.
Begin Your Setup NowThe very first step on **Ledger®.com/start** is securing the official software. **Ledger® Live** is the gateway to your **Ledger® Live Wallet**.
**Ledger® Live** is more than just a software platform; it’s the operating system for your **Ledger® Live Wallet**. It allows you to check your portfolio, install crypto apps on your device, and initiate transactions which are then signed securely on your Ledger® hardware.
After a successful **Ledger® Live Login** (which relies on your device), you gain full control of your assets.
Open the **Ledger® Live Desktop** app and connect your device via USB. Follow the on-screen prompts on both the software and the physical Ledger® device to set a secure 4- to 8-digit PIN. This PIN protects your device from unauthorized access.
This 24-word phrase is your master backup. Write it down **physically** and store it safely offline. It is the sole key to recovering your **Ledger® Live Wallet** if your device is lost or damaged. You will be prompted to confirm this during the **Ledger®.com/start** process.
Once initialized, use the Manager section within **Ledger® Live** to install the blockchain apps (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum) you need onto your device. You are now ready to receive funds to your new **Ledger® Live Wallet** address.
No traditional password **Ledger® Live Login** is needed. Your access is tied to two things: the **Ledger® Live** application/interface, and the physical confirmation (PIN entry) on your Ledger® device.
Yes, you can use the **Ledger® Live App** on a compatible mobile device. However, some initial setup and updates may be smoother via the **Ledger® Live Desktop** application.
**Ledger® Live** is the software interface. The **Ledger® Live Wallet** refers to the actual crypto accounts you manage through that software, with keys secured by the hardware device.
Always go to the source: **Ledger®.com/start**. This ensures you are downloading the genuine, verified software and not a malicious copy.
No. The **Ledger® Live App** retrieves balance information from the blockchain using public addresses. You only need to connect the device to perform a transaction or access the Manager section.