ledger.com/start

Official quick-start: initialize, secure and use your Ledger hardware wallet

Secure your crypto — start here

Welcome to ledger.com/start, the official quick-start landing page to get your Ledger hardware wallet ready in minutes. Our guided flow focuses on safety: verifying firmware authenticity, generating an offline recovery seed, choosing a strong PIN, and learning safe storage practices. Keys never leave your device and no account creation is required. We also provide resources for Ledger Live: ledger live desktop, ledger live wallet, ledger live download to help you manage assets securely.

Device verification
Confirm firmware and vendor authenticity.
Seed protection
Offline generation and safe storage guidelines.
Transaction safety
Approve on-device and always review transaction details.

Why hardware wallets?

Hardware wallets keep your cryptographic keys isolated from internet-connected devices, preventing remote theft. This page guides you through a minimal, secure setup and points to best practices for long-term custody.

Setup checklist

  1. Unbox and inspect device seals and packaging.
  2. Connect to your computer and open ledger.com/start or use Ledger Live desktop.
  3. Create a PIN and write down your recovery seed offline; do not store digitally.
  4. Confirm firmware updates and test with a small transaction.
  5. Store your seed and device in separate, secure locations.

About Ledger Live

Ledger Live desktop is the companion application that lets you manage your crypto assets, install apps on your device, and monitor portfolio balances. The Ledger Live wallet interface supports multiple accounts and blockchains, transaction history, and secure signing via your Ledger device. To get started, visit ledger.com/start for official links and choose the Ledger Live download for your operating system. Always verify downloads on the official site and follow on-screen instructions. For added safety, enable firmware verification prompts and double check receiving addresses on your device screen rather than on your computer. If you use multiple machines, install Ledger Live desktop only on trusted devices and keep your recovery seed offline.

Support & Safety

Support and troubleshooting: If you encounter issues, consult official support resources linked from ledger.com/start, contact Ledger support, and never share your recovery seed. Community guides can be helpful but always cross-check with official documentation. Regularly back up important information and consider using a secure metal backup for long term recovery. Keep software updated, review notices, and secure devices every time.