Official Site® | Ledger.com/Start® | Getting Started — Ledger®

Welcome to the official onboarding guide for Ledger®, the trusted name in crypto security and hardware wallets. Whether you're new to blockchain or a seasoned investor, Ledger.com/Start® is where your journey to secure digital ownership begins.

Ledger empowers individuals to take control of their assets by providing powerful hardware wallets and a seamless app called Ledger Live. Together, they allow you to buy, sell, store, and manage digital currencies — all while keeping your private keys offline and under your full control.

🔐 What Is Ledger?

Ledger® is a hardware wallet platform that offers devices like the Ledger Nano S Plus and Ledger Nano X. These wallets store your private keys in a completely offline environment, shielding them from online threats, hacks, or malware.

Instead of relying on centralized exchanges or software wallets vulnerable to internet breaches, Ledger provides a cold storage solution that ensures maximum protection for your cryptocurrencies and NFTs.

🧰 What You Need to Get Started

Before diving into setup, make sure you have:

  • Your Ledger Nano device (Nano S Plus or Nano X)
  • A computer or smartphone
  • A secure internet connection
  • A pen and the Recovery Sheet included in your Ledger box
  • A quiet space free of distractions

🚀 Step-by-Step: Setting Up Your Ledger Device

1. Go to Ledger.com/Start®

Begin by visiting the official onboarding page: Ledger.com/Start®. This is the trusted site to set up your device, download the app, and follow secure setup instructions.

2. Download Ledger Live

Ledger Live is your command center — a desktop and mobile application that lets you manage crypto accounts, track portfolio balances, install apps, and more. Choose the version that suits your operating system and install it securely.

3. Connect Your Ledger Device

Use the USB cable provided to plug your device into your computer. If you’re using the Ledger Nano X, you can also connect via Bluetooth on mobile (only use the official app).

4. Initialize Your Wallet

Choose “Set up as new device” if it’s your first time. Follow the on-screen prompts carefully.

Your Ledger will display a 24-word recovery phrase — this is your only backup. Write it down in the correct order on the Recovery Sheet. Do not take photos or store it digitally.

5. Create a PIN Code

Set a PIN code directly on the device. This PIN adds an extra layer of protection against unauthorized physical access.

6. Install Applications

Each cryptocurrency (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana) requires a dedicated app to be installed on the device. Through Ledger Live, install the apps you need to manage your holdings.

7. Add Crypto Accounts

Once apps are installed, you can add corresponding accounts in Ledger Live. These accounts allow you to send, receive, and view balances for each supported asset.

💼 What Can You Do with Ledger?

Once you’re fully set up, Ledger becomes your personal digital bank vault.

Store Safely

Keep your coins and tokens in cold storage — safe from online threats, exchange collapses, and device hacks.

Buy & Swap Crypto

Ledger Live allows you to purchase crypto directly through third-party providers integrated into the app. You can also swap supported assets seamlessly.

Track Your Portfolio

Stay informed with real-time insights into your asset balances, market movements, and performance data.

Earn with Staking

Put select assets (like ETH, DOT, ADA) to work by staking directly through Ledger Live and earn passive rewards — all while keeping your keys offline.

Manage NFTs

For Ethereum-based NFTs, Ledger Live gives you a secure viewer and manager that protects your collectibles from phishing attacks.

🔒 Why Choose Ledger?

Cold Storage = Real Ownership

Unlike exchange wallets or cloud apps, Ledger keeps your keys offline, meaning only you have access.

Tamper-Proof Hardware

Ledger devices are equipped with certified secure chips (CC EAL5+) — the same standard used in passports and credit cards.

Verified Authenticity

Every Ledger device goes through rigorous checks and cryptographic attestation before being used, guaranteeing it’s genuine.

Ledger Live Ecosystem

All your crypto needs — buying, selling, tracking, and managing — are covered in one unified app, with no compromise to privacy or safety.

⚠️ Security Tips & Warnings

Ledger will never contact you to ask for your recovery phrase.

Keep in mind:

  • Do not share your 24-word recovery phrase with anyone.
  • Never type your recovery words into a website, app, or form.
  • Store your recovery sheet in a fireproof, waterproof physical location.
  • Only download Ledger Live from the official site.

If your device is lost or stolen, you can restore your wallet on a new Ledger device using your recovery phrase. If that phrase is lost, your funds are permanently inaccessible.

🔁 Restoring a Wallet

Have a backup phrase from a previous Ledger or another BIP39-compatible wallet?

You can choose “Restore device” during setup and enter the 24-word phrase. The new device will then give you access to your existing accounts and balances.

🌍 Supported Assets

Ledger supports over 5,500 coins and tokens, including:

  • Bitcoin (BTC)
  • Ethereum (ETH)
  • XRP, ADA, SOL, DOT, AVAX
  • ERC-20 tokens
  • Binance Smart Chain (BEP-20) tokens
  • NFTs (via Ethereum)

New assets and features are added frequently through firmware and Ledger Live updates.

🧠 Final Thought

Starting your crypto journey with Ledger.com/Start® is not just a setup process — it’s a declaration of financial independence. With Ledger, you own your keys, you own your future.

Whether you’re safeguarding long-term investments or actively trading, Ledger gives you the tools to stay in control, stay secure, and stay ahead in the decentralized world.