Manage crypto securely with Ledger® (Ledger Live Desktop)

What is Ledger®?

Ledger® is the brand experience for Ledger Live Desktop — the secure desktop application that connects to your Ledger hardware wallet to manage, send, and receive cryptocurrencies. Combining an intuitive Ledger Live interface with the unmatched private-key protection of a Ledger hardware wallet, Ledger® helps hobbyists and professionals protect digital assets without sacrificing usability.

Key features

• Hardware-backed security: Pair Ledger Live with a Ledger hardware wallet (such as Ledger Nano S Plus or Ledger Nano X) so private keys never leave the device.
• Portfolio & analytics: See real-time balances, performance charts, and transaction history in Ledger Live.
• Multi-currency support: Manage Bitcoin, Ethereum, thousands of ERC-20 tokens and multiple blockchains.
• Secure transaction signing: Approve transactions on your Ledger hardware wallet to protect against malware and phishing.

How to set up Ledger® (Ledger Live App download + setup)

1. Visit Ledger.com/start to choose your device and follow official setup steps.
2. Download the Ledger Live App for desktop from the official Ledger Live page.
3. Install the companion Ledger Wallet Extension or firmware updates if prompted.
4. Create or restore a Ledger wallet on your hardware device and follow on-screen instructions to link it to Ledger Live.

Safety tips

Always download Ledger Live from official pages (see links above), never share your recovery phrase, and verify device screens before approving any action. Ledger Live Login is managed locally on your computer; the Ledger hardware wallet handles critical signing operations.