Your Digital Asset Gateway
Welcome to the official starting point for protecting your crypto, NFTs, and digital identity. Setting up your Ledger hardware device is the first and most critical step in establishing genuine ownership and security. This is where your journey to cold storage begins, powered by the seamless experience of the **Ledger Live** platform.
Begin Setup & Download Ledger LiveYour private keys remain offline, protected by a Secure Element chip.
→ Security Deep Dive**Ledger Live** is your all-in-one gateway to the world of crypto. Seamlessly integrated with your hardware device, it's not just a viewer—it's the core interface for managing over 5,500 assets, securely staking, swapping, and accessing DeFi services.
View your total asset value across all your accounts in real-time. The **Ledger Live Wallet** provides a unified dashboard experience, keeping you informed with accurate market data.
Every transaction is physically verified on your Ledger device. This crucial step prevents phishing and ensures that what you see is what you sign.
Use the Ledger Live platform to securely stake your crypto and earn rewards. The integrated swap feature allows you to diversify your portfolio instantly, all within the safety of your hardware wallet.
Your decentralized finance journey requires one central hub—and that is **Ledger Live**. Designed for both new and experienced crypto users, the application simplifies complexity, allowing you to manage your complete digital asset portfolio with confidence. After visiting the dedicated portal at **Ledger.com/start**, the next step is integrating your hardware wallet with the **Ledger Live App** or the **Ledger Live Desktop** client. This application acts as the visual frontend to the keys securely stored offline on your device, ensuring that your private data never touches the internet.
One of the major benefits is the simple and secure transaction signing process. When you initiate a transaction via the **Ledger Live Wallet**, the details are sent to your Ledger device. You physically verify the amount and recipient on the device's screen and approve it with the device buttons. This "What You See Is What You Sign" security model completely nullifies malware attacks attempting to tamper with transaction details on your computer.
Navigating the ecosystem is simple. Need to install a new coin application on your Nano device? The Ledger Live Manager handles it. Want to check the status of your favorite asset? The portfolio tracker provides real-time updates. This seamless integration makes the process from setup on **Ledger.com/start** to daily management a fluid and secure experience. For installation instructions, scroll down to the dedicated section: The **Ledger Live Download** Guide.
The concept of **Ledger Live Login** is fundamentally different from typical software wallets. There is no username, no password to forget, and no email to be compromised. Instead, your "login" is your physical device, secured by the PIN you set up during the initial process via **Ledger.com/start**. When you open the **Ledger Live App** or **Ledger Live Desktop**, you simply connect your Ledger device and unlock it with your PIN. This non-custodial approach ensures that you, and only you, ever have access to the cryptographic keys that control your assets. Your digital safety is literally in your hands.
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The core principle of security starts where the internet ends. Ledger hardware wallets are engineered around a **Secure Element** chip, a feature identical to those used in passports and credit cards. This chip is a tamper-proof microcontroller designed to withstand sophisticated physical and digital attacks. Your private keys are generated and stored exclusively within this secure environment.
This is the essential difference when using the **Ledger Live Wallet**. Unlike hot wallets, which remain connected to the internet, your funds are in **cold storage**. Even if your computer is infected with malware, or if you attempt the **Ledger Live Login** from a public Wi-Fi network, your private keys remain protected offline on your device. Only your physical, two-button confirmation on the device can authorize a transaction, a final, unbreakable security gate established during the initial setup at **Ledger.com/start**.
The 24-word recovery phrase is the master key to your crypto assets. It is generated *by* your device, *for* your device, during setup. This phrase is the only way to restore your funds if your Ledger device is lost or destroyed. **Crucially, Ledger Support will never ask you for this phrase.** Keep it offline, safe, and secure. This single line of words, protected by the unparalleled security framework, is why Ledger is trusted by millions globally.
Get the Ledger Live app for all your devices. Remember, the **Ledger Live App** requires pairing with your hardware wallet for maximum security.
Download the dedicated desktop client for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Perfect for full portfolio visibility and management.
Manage your assets on the go with the mobile application for iOS and Android.