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Nov 25, 2025
Ledger.com/Start® | Getting started with Ledger Wallet
Setting up your Ledger hardware wallet is the first major step toward securing your cryptocurrency. Ledger devices such as the Ledger Nano S Plus and Ledger Nano X are designed to protect your private keys offline, keeping your digital assets safe from online threats. The official onboarding page, Ledger.com/Start, guides you through everything from device setup to installing Ledger Live and creating a secure recovery phrase.
This page provides a simple, beginner-friendly overview to help you understand the process before you start on the official site.
1. Why Begin at Ledger.com/Start®?
The official setup page — https://www.ledger.com/start — is the only trusted place to begin your Ledger device installation. Starting there ensures:
You download genuine Ledger Live software
Your device is verified for authenticity
You install the correct firmware
You follow secure steps recommended by Ledger
You avoid unsafe third-party links and fake applications
Ledger hardware wallets are known for their robust security features. But these protections work best when the device is set up correctly using the official onboarding guide.
2. What Comes in the Ledger Box?
Before starting, check your device packaging to ensure everything is included and untampered. A standard Ledger package includes:
Ledger Nano S Plus or Ledger Nano X device
USB cable (Type-C depending on model)
Recovery phrase sheets
Keychain or lanyard (depending on model)
Quick-start guide
Ledger boxes do not include a pre-printed recovery phrase. If you find a sheet with words already filled in, do not use the device — it may be compromised.
3. Step-By-Step Setup Guide
Step 1: Visit the Official Setup Page
Open your browser and go to:
https://www.ledger.com/start
This page will provide links to download Ledger Live, the official app for managing your crypto.
Step 2: Install Ledger Live
Ledger Live is available for:
Windows
macOS
Linux
iOS & Android (mobile app)
Ledger Live allows you to:
Create and manage accounts
Send and receive cryptocurrency
Install apps on your Ledger device
Update firmware securely
View real-time portfolio values
Buy, swap, and sell crypto through verified partners
Only install Ledger Live from the official Ledger.com domain to avoid security risks.
Step 3: Connect and Verify Your Device
Using the provided USB cable, connect your Ledger device to your computer or mobile device.
Ledger Live will automatically check:
Device authenticity
Firmware version
Secure element integrity
This ensures you are using a legitimate Ledger device and not a counterfeit.
Step 4: Set Up a PIN
During setup, you’ll be asked to create a PIN directly on the device. The PIN helps protect your wallet from unauthorized access if the device is lost or stolen.
Choose a PIN that is strong but memorable. You will need it every time you turn on your Ledger device.
Step 5: Generate Your Recovery Phrase
Your Ledger device will display a 24-word recovery phrase. This is the single most important part of your wallet setup.
How to protect it:
Write the words down on paper, not digitally
Store the paper in a safe, private location
Never take a photo or screenshot
Never type the words on your computer
Never share them with anyone
Ledger will never ask for your recovery phrase.
No website, support agent, or app should ever request it.
Your recovery phrase is your only backup. If your device is lost or damaged, the 24 words allow you to recover your crypto on any Ledger device.
Step 6: Install Apps & Add Accounts
Ledger Live will ask you what cryptocurrencies you want to manage. Each asset requires installing an app on your Ledger device.
After installing apps, you can create accounts for:
Bitcoin
Ethereum
USDT
XRP
BNB
Polygon
And many more
Once accounts are added, you can begin sending, receiving, and managing your assets securely.
4. What You Can Do After Setup
After completing your initial device setup, Ledger Live becomes your main crypto management dashboard. You can:
• Send & Receive Crypto Safely
All transactions must be approved on the hardware device, adding extra protection.
• Track Portfolio Growth
View real-time balances and performance charts.
• Buy, Swap & Sell Crypto
Use Ledger’s verified partners inside the app.
• Strengthen Security
Update firmware, enable additional protections, and manage permissions.
Ledger keeps your private keys offline at all times, making it one of the safest ways to manage your digital assets.
5. Official Ledger Links
For security, always use the official Ledger domains:
Setup Page: https://www.ledger.com/start
Download Ledger Live: https://www.ledger.com/ledger-live
Official Website: https://www.ledger.com
Support Center: https://support.ledger.c