Quick, practical walkthrough and presentation-style guide that explains how to sign in, set up, and securely use Ledger Live. Includes headings from H1 → H5, accessible structure, and a compact list of official resources.
Ledger Live is the official desktop and mobile application that lets you manage your crypto assets securely with a Ledger hardware wallet. This guide covers:
Download Ledger Live from an official source and install it on your machine. Launch the app and choose whether you are setting up a new device or restoring an existing one.
Use the supplied USB cable or Bluetooth (when available) to connect your Ledger device. Unlock it using your PIN.
In Ledger Live, navigate to Accounts → Add account. Choose the cryptocurrency you want to manage and follow on‑screen instructions to synchronize with your device.
The Portfolio and Accounts pages show balances, recent activity, and transaction history. Use Manager to install or remove app support on your Ledger device.
Always verify the receiving address directly on your Ledger device screen before approving a transaction in Ledger Live. This prevents address spoofing from compromised hosts.
Keep your device firmware and Ledger Live app updated. During firmware updates, carefully follow on‑device prompts; do not cancel mid‑update.
Passphrases add an extra layer to your 24‑word seed by creating additional hidden wallets. Use them only if you understand management and backup implications.
If you suspect your seed phrase was exposed, move funds to a new wallet immediately and contact official support channels listed below.
These links point to Ledger's official resources for downloads, troubleshooting, and best practices. Bookmark the support center for the latest help articles.