Follow our step-by-step guide to set up your Ledger device, download Ledger Live, and secure your cryptocurrency with industry-leading cold storage technology.
Ledger Hardware Wallet
Setting up your Ledger hardware wallet takes just a few minutes. Follow these steps carefully to ensure maximum security.
Carefully unpack your Ledger device. Check that the security seal is intact and all components are included: USB cable, recovery sheets, and device manual.
Install Ledger Live application on your computer or mobile device. This is the official companion app for managing your crypto assets securely.
Connect your Ledger to your computer, set up a PIN code, and write down your 24-word recovery phrase. Store this phrase in a safe place - it's your backup.
Use Ledger Live to install cryptocurrency apps on your device. Add accounts, receive addresses, and transfer your assets to your secure cold storage.
Both devices offer industry-leading security. Choose based on your connectivity needs and budget.
Ledger hardware wallets use state-of-the-art security technology to keep your cryptocurrency safe from hackers and theft.
Military-grade security chip protects your private keys from physical and remote attacks, certified to the highest industry standards.
Your device is locked with a PIN code. After 3 wrong attempts, the device wipes itself to prevent unauthorized access.
24-word recovery phrase ensures you can always restore your assets, even if your device is lost, stolen, or damaged.
Private keys never leave your device and never touch the internet, providing maximum protection against online threats and hacks.
Never share your 24-word recovery phrase with anyone. Ledger will never ask for it. Store it offline in a secure location. Anyone with access to your recovery phrase has full access to your crypto assets. Beware of phishing attempts and only use official Ledger websites and applications.
Everything you need to know about getting started with Ledger
A hardware wallet is a physical device that stores your cryptocurrency private keys offline. Unlike software wallets on computers or phones, hardware wallets keep your keys completely isolated from internet-connected devices, providing maximum security against hacks, malware, and online threats.
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