Welcome to your Ledger journey
The Ledger.com/Start® page is the gateway for anyone beginning with a Ledger hardware wallet. Whether you are unboxing your first device or setting up a replacement, this official guide provides clear, secure, and user‑friendly steps to get you started.
The process begins with downloading Ledger Live, the companion application that allows you to interact with your digital assets without ever exposing your private keys. Once installed, Ledger Live will guide you through device initialization and help you generate your recovery phrase — a series of 24 words that act as the ultimate backup of your wallet.
Setting a PIN ensures local protection of your device, while your recovery phrase guarantees long‑term accessibility. Remember, these details should never be shared. Keeping them private means keeping your coins and tokens under your control at all times.
Once set up, you’ll be able to send, receive, and track cryptocurrencies across multiple blockchains. Ledger Live also allows secure participation in staking and NFT management, letting you explore Web3 applications while keeping peace of mind that security is uncompromised.
Unlike software wallets or custodial solutions, Ledger keeps your keys offline. This critical difference prevents hackers, phishing, and malware from accessing your funds. Ledger.com/Start® explains this distinction in detail so you can understand the real value of true self‑custody.
The guide not only secures your device but also empowers you with knowledge. By following the steps at Ledger.com/Start®, you’ll learn best practices for safeguarding assets, recognizing scams, and taking control of your digital life responsibly.
With Ledger.com/Start®, your crypto future begins strong. By completing setup, you ensure your digital freedom and build trust in one of the most secure systems available today.