Your ultimate guide to securely managing your cryptocurrency with Ledger
Welcome to Ledger! Setting up your Ledger device is simple and secure. Follow the steps below carefully to ensure your assets are protected.
Ensure your Ledger device packaging is intact and the device is sealed. Ledger never sends pre-configured devices. If anything looks suspicious, contact support immediately.
Use the USB cable provided to connect your Ledger to your computer. You will see a welcome screen with instructions.
Set a secure PIN code. This code will be required every time you access your Ledger device.
Ledger provides a 24-word recovery phrase. This is the most important part of your security. Write it down on the provided recovery sheet and store it safely offline.
Important: Never share your recovery phrase with anyone. Ledger staff will never ask for it.
Ledger Live is the official app to manage your crypto assets. It’s available for Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile devices.
Go to the official site and download Ledger Live. Install the app and open it.
Follow the on-screen instructions to pair your Ledger device with Ledger Live. Verify the recovery phrase on your device as a security step.
Ledger Live allows you to add multiple cryptocurrency accounts. You can manage Bitcoin, Ethereum, and hundreds of other supported assets securely.
Tip: Regularly update Ledger Live to access new features and ensure maximum security.
Security is at the heart of Ledger. Follow these best practices to keep your crypto safe.
Never store your recovery phrase digitally. Use a secure physical location only.
Whenever possible, enable 2FA for Ledger Live and your online accounts for extra protection.
Always keep your Ledger device firmware up to date to prevent vulnerabilities.
Security Reminder: Ledger will never contact you to ask for your PIN or recovery phrase.
You can recover your assets on a new Ledger device using your 24-word recovery phrase.
Yes, but ensure they are verified and safe. Ledger Live provides official integrations.
Ledger supports over 1,800 cryptocurrencies. Check Ledger Live for the full list.