Ledger® Live: Download | Getting Started™ with Ledger®

Looking for a safe and easy way to manage your crypto assets? Ledger® Live is your all-in-one solution. Whether you're new to crypto or an experienced investor, Ledger Live gives you complete control over your digital assets — directly from your computer or mobile device.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to download Ledger® Live, set it up, and start using it securely with your Ledger® hardware wallet.

🧩 What Is Ledger® Live?

Ledger® Live is the official app created by Ledger, the world leader in hardware wallets. The software acts as a bridge between your Ledger hardware wallet (such as the Nano X or Nano S Plus) and the blockchain.

It allows you to:

• Manage over 5,000+ coins and tokens
• Buy, sell, and swap crypto
• Stake assets and earn rewards
• Track your portfolio in real-time
• Securely manage NFTs (on Ethereum and Polygon)

All while keeping your private keys offline and safe.

📥 Ledger® Live Download: Where to Get It

To ensure safety, always download Ledger Live from the official website.

✅ Official Ledger Live Download Page:

👉 https://www.ledger.com/ledger-live

📦 Available Platforms:

• Desktop:
• Windows 10 or later
• macOS 10.14 or later
• Linux (64-bit)
• Mobile:
• iOS (13 and up)
• Android (8.1 and up)

Warning: Never download Ledger Live from unofficial sources or third-party websites. Doing so puts your funds at risk.

🔐 Why Use Ledger® Live with a Hardware Wallet?

Ledger Live works hand-in-hand with Ledger hardware wallets to provide a secure and seamless crypto experience.

• Your private keys stay locked inside your hardware wallet
• Ledger Live only handles public data and transaction signing
• Every action (send, receive, stake) requires physical confirmation on your device

This model makes Ledger Live + Ledger hardware one of the most secure crypto setups available.

🛠️ Getting Started™ with Ledger® Live

Ready to begin? Here’s a step-by-step guide to get started with Ledger Live.

1. 📦 Download and Install Ledger Live

• Go to ledger.com/ledger-live
• Select your operating system (Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, or iOS)
• Download the installation file
• Follow the on-screen instructions to install

Once installed, open the app and get ready to connect your device.

2. 🔌 Connect Your Ledger Device

Plug your Ledger Nano X or Nano S Plus into your computer (via USB or Bluetooth for mobile).

• Enter your PIN on the device
• Open the “Manager” section in Ledger Live
• Allow the device to connect

3. 🛡️ Initialize or Restore Your Ledger Wallet

You’ll now be prompted to either:

• Set up a new device — if you're using your Ledger wallet for the first time
• Restore a wallet — using your 24-word recovery phrase

💡 Important: Write down your recovery phrase by hand and store it in a safe, offline location. Never take a photo or store it digitally.

4. 🔄 Install Crypto Apps

From Ledger Live:

• Navigate to Manager
• Install apps like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, or others based on what you want to manage
• Your device has limited space, but you can uninstall/reinstall apps without affecting your funds

5. ➕ Add Accounts

To view balances and transact, you need to add accounts.

• Click on “Accounts”
• Select “Add account”
• Choose the crypto asset (e.g., Ethereum)
• Verify and approve the process on your Ledger device

You can now see your account balances, transaction history, and more.

💳 Send, Receive, Buy, and Swap Crypto

Now that you’re set up, Ledger Live becomes your command center.

✅ Receive Crypto:

1. Go to your Accounts tab
2. Click “Receive”
3. Select the crypto asset
4. Verify the wallet address on your device
5. Copy/share the address to receive funds

🚀 Send Crypto:

1. Click “Send”
2. Enter recipient address and amount
3. Select network fees (standard, fast, custom)
4. Confirm on your device

🔁 Swap Crypto:

Use Ledger Live to swap supported crypto pairs instantly.

• Go to “Swap”
• Choose your assets (e.g., BTC to ETH)
• Confirm with your device
  (Swap availability depends on location and third-party partners)

🛒 Buy & Sell Crypto:

Ledger Live integrates with partners like MoonPay, Coinify, and others for fiat-crypto transactions.

• Buy crypto with your credit card or bank transfer
• Funds go directly into your Ledger wallet

🏦 Earn Rewards: Staking Made Simple

Ledger Live lets you stake popular coins directly:

• Ethereum (ETH)
• Solana (SOL)
• Tezos (XTZ)
• Polkadot (DOT)
• Cosmos (ATOM)

How to Stake:

1. Go to the “Earn” tab
2. Choose a supported asset
3. Click “Stake”
4. Confirm the transaction with your Ledger

You'll start earning staking rewards while keeping full control over your assets.

🖼️ NFT Support in Ledger Live

Ledger Live also supports NFT management:

• View Ethereum and Polygon-based NFTs
• Send and receive NFTs securely
• Verify transactions on your Ledger device

You can browse your NFT collection under the "Discover" or "Accounts" tab.

🧩 Explore More with “Discover” Apps

Ledger Live features an in-app browser called Discover, where you can access DeFi and Web3 apps securely.

Some popular integrations:

• Lido (staking)
• ParaSwap (swaps)
• 1inch (DEX aggregator)
• Rainbow.me (NFT viewer)

These apps work without ever exposing your private keys.

🛡️ Ledger Live Security Tips

To ensure your funds stay secure:

• Always download from the official Ledger site
• Enable Ledger Live password lock
• Keep your device firmware and app up to date
• NEVER share your 24-word recovery phrase
• Double-check every address on your Ledger screen before confirming

🔄 Keep Ledger Live Updated

Ledger frequently updates Ledger Live with:

• New features
• Improved performance
• Support for more tokens and networks
• Security patches

To update:

• Go to Settings > About > Check for updates

Staying updated keeps your wallet compatible and secure.

🆘 Need Help?

For troubleshooting and support:

• Visit: support.ledger.com
• Use the in-app Help section
• Contact support or browse FAQs

There’s also a vibrant community on Reddit and Ledger's official Discord.