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Your Secure Gateway to Digital Asset Ownership

In an increasingly digital financial world, owning and protecting your crypto assets requires more than just an online account. Ledger® offers a secure, user-controlled approach to managing cryptocurrencies through industry-leading hardware wallets.
This guide at Lèdger.com/Start® walks you step-by-step through setting up your Ledger device and beginning your journey with confidence.

Whether you are new to crypto or transitioning from software wallets, this getting started guide is designed to help you take full control of your digital assets securely and independently.

Why Choose Ledger®?

Ledger® is trusted by millions of users worldwide for one core reason: security without compromise. Unlike online wallets, Ledger hardware wallets keep your private keys offline, protecting them from hacks, phishing attacks, and malware.

Key Benefits of Ledger®

  • Offline key storage for maximum protection
  • Secure Element chip technology
  • Support for thousands of cryptocurrencies and tokens
  • Easy-to-use Ledger Live™ application
  • Full ownership and control of your assets

Ledger® empowers users to become their own bank — safely.

Step 1: Unboxing and Authenticity Check

When you receive your Ledger device, ensure it arrives in original, untampered packaging. Ledger hardware wallets do not come preconfigured, preloaded, or with recovery phrases already set.

Inside the Box:

  • Ledger® hardware wallet
  • USB cable
  • Recovery sheets
  • Getting Started instructions

💡 Important: If a recovery phrase is already provided, do not use the device.

Step 2: Visit Lèdger.com/Start®

To begin setup, go directly to Lèdger.com/Start®, the official onboarding portal. This ensures you download the correct tools and avoid counterfeit software.

Here, you will:

  • Download Ledger Live™
  • Select your device model
  • Follow guided setup instructions
  • Learn security best practices

Step 3: Install Ledger Live™

Ledger Live™ is the companion application that allows you to manage accounts, install apps, send and receive crypto, and monitor your portfolio.

Ledger Live™ Capabilities:

  • Create and manage multiple crypto accounts
  • Buy, sell, swap, and stake assets
  • Install blockchain apps on your device
  • View balances in real time
  • Verify transactions securely on your device

Ledger Live™ is available for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS.

Step 4: Initialize Your Ledger Device

During setup, your Ledger device will prompt you to:

  1. Create a new wallet
  2. Set a PIN code
  3. Generate a 24-word recovery phrase

Recovery Phrase Best Practices:

  • Write it down on paper (never digitally)
  • Store it offline in a secure location
  • Never share it with anyone
  • Do not take photos or screenshots

🔐 Your recovery phrase is the only backup of your wallet.

Step 5: Install Crypto Apps and Add Accounts

After initialization, Ledger Live™ allows you to install specific blockchain apps (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana) directly onto your Ledger device.

Once installed:

  • Add accounts for each asset
  • Generate secure receiving addresses
  • Confirm addresses on the device screen

Every transaction must be physically approved on the Ledger device, ensuring complete control.

Step 6: Sending and Receiving Crypto Safely

Receiving crypto:

  • Open Ledger Live™
  • Select the asset
  • Copy the receiving address
  • Verify it on your Ledger device

Sending crypto:

  • Enter recipient address and amount
  • Review transaction details
  • Approve directly on the device

This confirmation step prevents unauthorized or malicious transfers.

Advanced Security Tips

  • Enable passphrase protection for advanced users
  • Keep firmware and Ledger Live™ updated
  • Beware of phishing emails claiming to be Ledger®
  • Bookmark Lèdger.com/Start® for official access

Ledger® will never ask for your recovery phrase.

Who Is Ledger® For?

Ledger® is ideal for:

  • Long-term crypto investors
  • NFT collectors
  • DeFi participants
  • Traders seeking offline security
  • Anyone who values self-custody

From beginners to professionals, Ledger® scales with your experience.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is Lèdger.com/Start® the official setup page?

Yes. Lèdger.com/Start® is the official and safest place to download Ledger Live™ and begin device setup.

2. What happens if I lose my Ledger device?

Your assets remain safe. You can restore your wallet on a new Ledger device using your 24-word recovery phrase.

3. Can Ledger® store multiple cryptocurrencies?

Yes. Ledger® supports thousands of cryptocurrencies, tokens, and NFTs across multiple blockchains.

4. Is Ledger Live™ free to use?

Yes. Ledger Live™ is completely free. You only pay standard blockchain transaction fees.

5. Do I need internet access for Ledger to work?

Ledger devices store keys offline, but Ledger Live™ requires internet access to view balances and broadcast transactions.