✅ Official Site® | Ledger.com/Start® | Getting Started with Ledger®
In the fast-moving world of cryptocurrency, securing your digital assets is not optional — it’s essential. As interest in crypto grows and more people invest in assets like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins, so does the importance of protecting those investments with the highest level of security. That’s where Ledger®, a global leader in crypto security, comes in.
Your journey begins at the Official Site® – Ledger.com/Start®, which is the only trusted destination to set up your Ledger device safely. This guide walks you through everything you need to know to get started — the right way.
🔐 Why Ledger®?
Before diving into the setup, it's important to understand why millions of users around the world trust Ledger®. The reason is simple: security without compromise.
Ledger hardware wallets, including the Ledger Nano S Plus and Ledger Nano X, keep your private keys offline — where hackers can’t touch them. Unlike software wallets or exchange-based accounts, Ledger gives you full ownership and custody of your crypto. When combined with Ledger Live, their official companion app, you gain access to a powerful tool for managing and growing your assets securely.
🌐 Why Start at Ledger.com/Start®?
With so many websites, apps, and platforms floating around the crypto space, it's critical to begin your setup at the official source. Ledger.com/Start® ensures:
- You download the official Ledger Live software
- You avoid malicious or counterfeit apps and websites
- You follow verified step-by-step setup instructions
- Your device is authenticated and protected from tampering
Ledger.com/Start® is your secure onboarding hub and should be the only website you trust for setting up your hardware wallet.
🛠️ What You Need to Begin
Before you start, make sure you have the following:
- A Ledger hardware wallet (Nano S Plus or Nano X)
- A computer or smartphone with internet access
- The USB cable that came with your device (or Bluetooth for Nano X on mobile)
- The Recovery Sheet provided in the box
- A pen to write down your 24-word recovery phrase
🛑 Warning: Never take a digital photo or store your recovery phrase on your phone or online. Keep it written down and stored safely offline.
📦 Step-by-Step Setup Process
1. Visit Ledger.com/Start®
This is the only official place to begin your setup. Select your device model to receive tailored instructions.
2. Download Ledger Live
Ledger Live is your all-in-one interface for managing crypto. It lets you view your portfolio, send/receive assets, install apps, stake tokens, and more.
Download and install Ledger Live on your computer or mobile device.
3. Initialize Your Ledger Device
Once installed, connect your Ledger wallet and follow the instructions:
- Choose “Set up as new device”
- Select a secure PIN code using the device buttons
- Write down your 24-word recovery phrase on the Recovery Sheet
- Confirm the phrase by selecting the words in order on the device
✅ This phrase is your only backup. Anyone with it can access your crypto. Never share it. Never lose it.
4. Verify Device Authenticity
Ledger Live will guide you through a secure check to verify that your device is genuine and hasn't been tampered with. This step confirms the device is safe to use.
5. Set Up Ledger Live
Create a local password for the Ledger Live app, customize settings, and add your crypto accounts by installing the required apps (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum).
You're now ready to manage your crypto securely from one trusted interface.
💡 What You Can Do With Ledger Live
After completing your setup, Ledger Live opens the door to a full suite of secure features:
- Send and receive crypto assets
- Track portfolio performance
- Buy, sell, and swap supported coins
- Stake tokens like ETH, DOT, ATOM, and earn rewards
- Install apps for each crypto asset
- Access Web3 and DeFi platforms safely
All of this, while your private keys stay offline on your Ledger device.
🔐 Security Tips You Should Follow
To keep your crypto secure long-term:
- Always start at Ledger.com/Start® for device setup
- Never share your 24-word recovery phrase — not even with Ledger support
- Keep your device’s firmware and Ledger Live app updated
- Only approve transactions after confirming the address on your device screen
- Store your Recovery Sheet in a fireproof, waterproof, and private location
🆘 Need Help?
Ledger provides 24/7 support through its official Help Center and in-app assistance. If something feels suspicious, stop and contact official Ledger support. Remember: Ledger will never ask for your recovery phrase.
✅ Final Thoughts
Getting started with Ledger is about more than setting up a device — it’s about reclaiming full control over your digital wealth. When you begin at Ledger.com/Start®, you’re putting security first. From setup to advanced crypto management, Ledger makes it easy, safe, and secure.