🔐 Ledger® Live: Desktop | Getting Started with Ledger

Ledger® Live Desktop is the official application from Ledger that allows users to manage cryptocurrencies securely by connecting to their Ledger hardware wallet — such as the Nano S Plus, Nano X, or Ledger Stax. If you're new to Ledger or just setting up your desktop app for the first time, here's a complete guide to help you get started.

🖥️ What Is Ledger Live Desktop?

Ledger Live Desktop is a free, secure, and user-friendly crypto management application for Windows, macOS, and Linux. It pairs with your Ledger device to give you full control over your crypto, while your private keys remain stored offline on the hardware wallet — never on your computer or the internet.

With Ledger Live Desktop, you can:

• Buy, send, and receive crypto
• Install apps for different blockchains
• Stake coins and earn rewards
• Manage NFTs
• Track your portfolio performance

🚀 Getting Started: Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: 🔽 Download Ledger Live Desktop

Go to the official site: https://www.ledger.com/ledger-live

Choose your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux), download the app, and install it. Never download Ledger Live from unofficial sources.

Step 2: 🔌 Set Up Your Ledger Device

If you haven’t already set up your Ledger device:

1. Connect it to your computer via USB.
2. Select “Set up as new device” on your Ledger device.
3. Choose a secure PIN code (entered on the device).
4. Write down your 24-word recovery phrase on the provided recovery sheet. This phrase is your only backup.

Step 3: 🔐 Open Ledger Live & Initialize

Once your device is set up:

1. Open Ledger Live Desktop.
2. Choose “Set up a new device” or “Connect existing device”.
3. Follow the on-screen prompts to verify your device and complete the setup.
4. Ledger Live will check if your device is genuine by performing a secure connection check.

Step 4: 🧩 Install Crypto Apps

From the "My Ledger" section:

• Install apps on your device for the cryptocurrencies you plan to manage (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana).
• Each app enables communication between your device and a specific blockchain.

Step 5: ➕ Add Accounts

In Ledger Live:

1. Go to the "Accounts" tab.
2. Click "Add account".
3. Choose the crypto you want to manage and connect your device.
4. Ledger Live will sync and display your account details.

Step 6: 📤📥 Send and Receive Crypto

• To receive: Click "Receive," choose your account, and verify the address on your device screen.
• To send: Click "Send," enter the recipient's address and amount, then verify and confirm on your Ledger device.

💡 Additional Features

• Staking: Stake assets like ETH, DOT, ATOM, and more directly in the app.
• Buy/Sell/Swap: Use integrated partners to trade crypto inside Ledger Live.
• NFT Support: View and manage NFTs on Ethereum and Polygon.
• Portfolio: Real-time tracking of balances, market prices, and asset performance.

🛡️ Security Tips

• Always keep your device firmware and Ledger Live app updated.
• Use only the official Ledger.com website.
• Keep your 24-word recovery phrase offline and in a secure place.
• Do not share your PIN or recovery phrase — not even with Ledger support.