Ledger® Live: Desktop | Getting Started

Introduction

Ledger® Live is a secure desktop application that allows you to manage your Ledger hardware wallet and cryptocurrency assets easily. In this guide, we will walk you through installing, setting up, and using Ledger Live on your desktop.

Installing Ledger Live

Step 1: Download

Go to the official Ledger website and download Ledger Live for your operating system (Windows, Mac, Linux).

Step 2: Install

Run the downloaded installer and follow the on-screen instructions to install Ledger Live on your computer.

Setting Up Your Ledger Device

Step 1: Connect Your Device

Connect your Ledger hardware wallet to your computer using the provided USB cable.

Step 2: Initialize Your Device

Follow the on-device instructions to create a new wallet or recover an existing one.

Using Ledger Live

Dashboard Overview

The Ledger Live dashboard shows your portfolio, accounts, and real-time balances.

Adding Accounts

Sending and Receiving Crypto

Ledger Live allows you to send and receive cryptocurrencies securely. Always verify addresses on your hardware wallet screen before confirming transactions.

Managing Applications

Ledger Live allows you to install and manage apps on your Ledger device for different cryptocurrencies.

Security Tips

FAQs

Find answers to common questions about Ledger Live and Ledger devices.

Conclusion

Ledger Live makes managing cryptocurrencies safe and simple. By following this guide, you can get started securely and confidently.