Ledger.com/start | Ledger Device Setup
Welcome to Ledger.com/start — the official and trusted guide to setting up your Ledger hardware wallet. Whether you’ve just purchased a new Ledger Nano X, Nano S Plus, or Stax, this page provides every step you need to initialize your device, protect your digital assets, and start managing crypto securely with Ledger Live.
1. Download Ledger Live: Go to Ledger.com/start and download Ledger Live, the official application to manage your crypto portfolio. Available for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS, Ledger Live connects directly to your Ledger device for a safe and intuitive experience. It enables you to install apps, check balances, send and receive crypto, and stake assets directly from your wallet.
2. Unbox and Connect Your Device: Unbox your Ledger wallet and connect it via the USB cable (or Bluetooth for Nano X). Turn on the device and follow the on-screen instructions. Use Ledger Live to guide you through the setup, ensuring that your device runs the latest firmware — only download from official Ledger sources to maintain authenticity.
3. Initialize and Create Your PIN: When prompted, choose to set up as a new device. Select a secure PIN code to protect access. Never use easy combinations like 1234. Your PIN acts as the first line of defense if someone gets physical access to your Ledger.
4. Secure Your Recovery Phrase: Your Ledger generates a unique 24-word recovery phrase (seed phrase). This phrase is the ultimate backup of your crypto — anyone with it can access your funds. Write the phrase carefully on the recovery sheet and store it offline in a safe, fireproof place. Never share it or type it into any website or computer. Ledger will never ask for it.
5. Verify and Confirm: Verify each recovery word directly on the device screen, not your computer. This ensures full isolation from potential online threats. Confirm once you’ve verified all words — your wallet is now initialized.
6. Install Apps and Add Accounts: Open Ledger Live and install the apps for the cryptocurrencies you plan to store — Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, or hundreds of others. Once installed, create accounts for each asset type and start managing funds. Every transaction requires on-device confirmation, ensuring you’re always in control.
7. Manage Your Crypto Securely: With Ledger Live, you can buy, swap, stake, or grow your crypto with industry-leading security. All private keys remain locked inside the secure element chip of your Ledger device, completely offline. Ledger’s combination of hardware isolation and software convenience makes it one of the safest ways to manage digital assets.
8. Keep Firmware Up to Date: Ledger continuously releases firmware updates to enhance security and compatibility. Check for updates regularly within Ledger Live and install them directly. Always verify the authenticity of the update by confirming it on your device screen.
9. Stay Vigilant: Phishing attempts are common in the crypto world. Only download Ledger Live from Ledger.com/start, and never enter your recovery phrase online. Bookmark this page for safety.
Your Ledger wallet gives you true ownership of your assets — decentralized, private, and fully secure. Take your first steps today and start building your crypto future confidently with Ledger.com/start.