🔐 Introduction to Ledger Live
Ledger Live is the official desktop and mobile app for managing your Ledger hardware wallet. It’s designed to make managing crypto simple, secure, and user-friendly — all from one dashboard. With Ledger Live, you can send, receive, stake, and swap a wide range of digital assets with total control and maximum security.
📲 Why Use Ledger Live?
- Secure interface between your Ledger device and blockchain networks
- Supports over 5,500 tokens and coins
- Real-time portfolio tracking
- Integrated staking and swapping services
- Compatible with both Ledger Nano S Plus and Nano X
🛠️ Getting Started with Ledger Live
Follow these simple steps to get started:
- Visit ledger.com/ledger-live
- Download the Ledger Live app for your operating system
- Install and open the app
- Choose to set up a new device or restore from recovery
- Follow on-screen instructions to initialize your Ledger device
💾 Installing and Setting Up Ledger Live
Ledger Live is available for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS. Make sure to download it from the official website to avoid malicious clones.
After installation, connect your Ledger device using USB or Bluetooth (Nano X only). You'll be prompted to enter your PIN and verify device authenticity.
🧠 Security Tip: Never Share Your Recovery Phrase
⚠️ Your 24-word recovery phrase is your master key. Never enter it online or share it with anyone. Ledger will NEVER ask for it.
📂 Add Crypto Accounts
To manage a crypto asset (like Bitcoin or Ethereum), you need to install its app on your device and add the account in Ledger Live.
- Click "Accounts" > "Add account"
- Select the asset
- Follow prompts to install the corresponding app on your Ledger
- Ledger Live syncs and displays your wallet details
📤 Sending and Receiving Crypto
Ledger Live makes sending and receiving easy:
To Receive:
- Click “Receive” and choose the account
- Verify address on your Ledger screen
- Copy and share it
To Send:
- Click “Send” and paste recipient’s address
- Enter amount and confirm transaction
- Verify and approve the transaction on your Ledger device
📈 Portfolio Overview
Ledger Live gives you a real-time view of your holdings, including value, gains/losses, and individual performance. You can:
- Track multiple assets
- Analyze trends
- See daily, weekly, or all-time charts
💸 Earn Rewards with Staking
Staking is a way to earn passive income with crypto. Ledger Live supports staking for coins like:
- Tezos (XTZ)
- Polkadot (DOT)
- Cosmos (ATOM)
- Ethereum (ETH via third-party services)
Simply delegate your tokens in the app and start earning rewards securely from your Ledger device.
🔄 Swap Crypto Securely
Ledger Live allows you to swap tokens directly, without needing to move them to an exchange:
- Swap BTC, ETH, USDT, and more
- Powered by trusted partners like Changelly and 1inch
- All transactions are validated on your Ledger for maximum safety
🔄 Keep Software and Firmware Updated
Ledger releases updates to keep you protected against threats. Ledger Live will notify you of:
- App updates
- Firmware upgrades
- New coin or feature support