Ledger® Live is the official desktop and mobile application that lets you securely manage your cryptocurrency assets, check balances, send and receive funds, and interact with supported dApps — all while keeping your private keys isolated on your Ledger® hardware device.
New Ledger® owners, users returning after an update, and partners who need to guide clients through Ledger® Live.
Always download Ledger® Live from the official Ledger® website or verified app stores. Avoid third-party download mirrors.
Choose a strong PIN on your Ledger® device. This PIN protects access to the device but does not replace the recovery seed — never share your seed.
If you select "Restore device", follow prompts on the physical device to enter your recovery words using trusted input on the device itself.
After connecting the device via USB or Bluetooth (Nano X), Ledger® Live will detect your device model and request permission to pair. Confirm actions only on the hardware device.
Ledger® Live uses a local profile to store your portfolio summary and settings. Some features (like Ledger® Live Manager or remote data) may use server-side services — credentials stay optional depending on the feature.
Ledger® never has access to your private keys when you keep them on-device. Your portfolio metadata may be synced only with your consent.
Allow recommended updates for both app and device when they come from official sources. Updates often contain security fixes and new features.
Ledger® Live supports many popular blockchains. To manage an asset, add the corresponding account in Ledger® Live and open the related app on your hardware device.
Choose the blockchain and follow prompts.
Use the device navigator to open the matching app (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum).
Ledger® Live will fetch addresses. Confirm when asked.
Never type your recovery seed into a computer, photo, cloud note, or email. Store it offline in a secure place — consider a metal backup.
Always verify the URL before downloading Ledger® Live or entering sensitive information. Ledger® will never ask for your recovery phrase through email or support chat.
Ensure the app for the blockchain is installed on your device and that you added the account in Ledger® Live. Resynchronise if needed.
Official resources to bookmark — styled with the presentation accent for clarity.
Ledger® Live provides integration to stake certain assets and to interact with decentralized apps using the hardware as the signing layer.
Developers can use Ledger's SDKs to integrate hardware signing into third-party apps — always follow Ledger's security guidelines.
Ledger® collects minimal telemetry and portfolio metadata depending on opt-in choices; private keys remain on-device. Consult official privacy docs for full details.
Companies using Ledger® for custodial services must follow local regulations; individual users should consult tax advisors for reporting responsibilities.
Use the official links provided for deep dives, support, and staying up to date. Encourage users to practice on a small amount of funds before moving large balances.