Welcome! This guide walks you through the essential steps to set up a Ledger hardware wallet, secure your recovery phrase, install Ledger Live, and start managing crypto. Follow the official resources linked below and take your time — hardware wallets provide strong protection only when used carefully.
Only buy Ledger hardware from the official store to avoid tampered devices. When you receive it, inspect packaging and only follow setup instructions shown on the device screen. Ledger will never ask for your 24-word recovery phrase over email or chat.
Power on your Ledger and choose to set up as a new device. Create a PIN using the device buttons — memorize it and never store the PIN together with your recovery phrase. The device will display 24 recovery words one-by-one; write them down on the recovery sheet and store it offline in a safe location.
Download Ledger Live from the official start page, install it on your computer or mobile device, and open the app. Use the app to add accounts, install coin apps on the device, and manage transactions.
In Ledger Live, choose the cryptocurrency you want to manage, add an account, and follow the on-screen pairing steps. Always verify the receiving address on your Ledger device screen before sending funds.
Keep firmware and Ledger Live up to date. Updates include security and compatibility improvements. Only update when connected to official Ledger Live and follow prompts carefully.
Below are ten official Ledger pages to help you at every step. Always prefer these official links over third-party resources when dealing with device firmware, recovery, or downloads.
After setup, explore advanced topics such as passphrase usage, multisig wallets, and using Ledger with third-party wallets (e.g., MetaMask) for dApp interactions. These features increase flexibility but also require careful security practices.
Ledger hardware wallets provide strong protection only when combined with disciplined habits: never expose your recovery phrase, verify addresses on-screen, use official downloads, and maintain offline backups. If you suspect compromise, move funds to a new wallet with a different recovery phrase immediately.
// Short sample: verify address on device // 1. Open account in Ledger Live // 2. Click "Receive" for the chosen crypto // 3. Verify the address displayed in Ledger Live matches the device screen exactly // 4. Only then, send funds to that address