Welcome to Ledger.com/Start
Ledger.com/start is the official and secure starting point for setting up your Ledger hardware wallet. Whether you’re new to crypto or an experienced user, this page guides you through the essential steps to protect, manage, and grow your digital assets with confidence.
Ledger hardware wallets are designed to keep your private keys offline and protected from online threats. By following the instructions on this page, you ensure your device is genuine, your setup is secure, and your crypto remains fully under your control.
Why Choose a Ledger Hardware Wallet?
Cryptocurrencies give you financial freedom, but that freedom comes with responsibility. Unlike traditional banks, crypto transactions cannot be reversed, and access to your funds depends entirely on how well you secure your private keys.
Ledger hardware wallets provide:
Offline security – Your private keys never leave the device
Protection against hacking – Immune to malware and phishing attacks
Full ownership – You remain in control of your crypto at all times
Wide asset support – Thousands of coins, tokens, and NFTs supported
By using Ledger, you eliminate the risks associated with keeping crypto on exchanges or software wallets connected to the internet.
Step 1: Check Your Ledger Device
Before you begin, make sure your Ledger device is genuine and untampered.
Ledger devices never come pre-configured
There should be no PIN code or recovery phrase included in the box
Your recovery phrase is generated only on your device screen
If anything seems unusual, stop the setup and contact Ledger Support immediately.
Step 2: Download Ledger Live
Ledger Live is the official application used to manage your crypto assets.
With Ledger Live, you can:
Set up and initialize your device
Install and manage crypto apps
Send and receive cryptocurrencies
Track balances and transaction history
Buy, sell, swap, and stake crypto securely
Always download Ledger Live directly from the official Ledger website to avoid fake or malicious software.
Step 3: Initialize Your Ledger Wallet
Once Ledger Live is installed, connect your Ledger device and choose “Set up as new device.”
During setup, you will:
Create a PIN code to secure your device
Generate a 24-word recovery phrase
Confirm your recovery phrase on the device
Important Security Reminder
Your recovery phrase is the only backup of your wallet. Anyone who has it can access your funds.
Write it down on paper
Store it offline in a secure location
Never take photos or store it digitally
Never share it with anyone, including Ledger
Ledger will never ask for your recovery phrase.
Step 4: Add Crypto Accounts
After setup, you can add crypto accounts in Ledger Live.
Ledger supports a wide range of assets, including:
Bitcoin (BTC)
Ethereum (ETH)
Solana (SOL)
Polygon (MATIC)
XRP
Litecoin (LTC)
Thousands of ERC-20 tokens and NFTs
Each account is secured by your Ledger device, ensuring transactions can only be approved physically by you.
Step 5: Receive and Send Crypto Securely
Receiving Crypto
Select the asset in Ledger Live
Verify the receiving address on your device screen
Share the address with the sender
Sending Crypto
Enter the recipient’s address
Review transaction details carefully
Physically confirm the transaction on your Ledger device
This manual confirmation step protects you from unauthorized transfers and malware attacks.
Advanced Features with Ledger Live
Ledger Live offers more than basic storage.
Buy, Sell, and Swap
You can buy, sell, and swap cryptocurrencies directly within Ledger Live using trusted third-party partners—without giving up control of your private keys.
Staking
Earn rewards by staking supported cryptocurrencies while keeping your assets secured by your Ledger wallet.
NFT Management
View, send, and receive NFTs across multiple blockchains, with private keys always protected offline.
Keeping Your Ledger Wallet Secure
Security is a continuous process. Follow these best practices:
Keep your device firmware up to date
Never share your PIN or recovery phrase
Beware of phishing emails and fake websites
Always verify transaction details on the device screen
Store your recovery phrase in multiple secure locations
Ledger does not provide customer support through direct messages or social media comments. Always use official channels.
Lost Device? Your Crypto Is Still Safe
If your Ledger device is lost or damaged, your funds are not gone.
You can restore your wallet using your 24-word recovery phrase on:
A new Ledger device
Any compatible hardware wallet
This is why protecting your recovery phrase is critical—it is your ultimate key to your crypto.
Get Started with Confidence
Ledger.com/start is designed to make crypto security simple, even for first-time users. By following the official setup process and security guidelines, you ensure that your digital assets remain protected today and in the future.
Take control of your crypto.
Secure your assets.
Start safely with Ledger.