Welcome to the world of secure crypto management! If you’ve purchased a Ledger hardware wallet, the first and most important step is visiting Ledger.com/Start. This official Ledger page ensures you set up your device securely, avoid scams, and begin managing your digital assets with confidence.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through every step—from unboxing your device to installing Ledger Live and securing your crypto.
When you receive your Ledger Nano S Plus or Ledger Nano X, ensure the packaging is sealed and untampered. Ledger devices are never shipped with pre-installed software or handwritten recovery phrases. If anything looks suspicious, do not use it—contact Ledger Support.
Your box should include:
Open a web browser and go to:
👉 www.ledger.com/start
This is the official setup portal where Ledger provides verified, up-to-date instructions to avoid phishing sites or counterfeit apps.
Choose your device model (e.g., Nano S Plus, Nano X) and click “Start Setup.”
Ledger Live is the official app that connects your hardware wallet to your computer or mobile device. Download it directly from Ledger.com/Live for:
⚠️ Only download from the official site. Never trust third-party app stores or links from emails/messages.
Once you install and open Ledger Live:
Your recovery phrase is your only backup if your device is lost or reset. Never store it online or share it with anyone—even Ledger will never ask for it.
Now connect your Ledger device to your computer or smartphone:
Ledger Live will perform a genuine check to ensure your device is authentic. If verified, you’ll proceed to install apps for different crypto assets.
Each blockchain (Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, etc.) requires its own app on the Ledger device.
Now you can send, receive, and manage your coins securely!
Once accounts are added, Ledger Live offers full control over your portfolio:
All transactions must be physically confirmed on your Ledger device, ensuring no unauthorized actions can occur.
Ledger devices are non-custodial. You are your own bank, which means you’re in full control—and full responsibility.
If you run into issues during setup or use, Ledger provides full support:
Ledger also offers Ledger Academy, an educational platform to help you understand crypto, security, and Web3.
By visiting Ledger.com/Start, you’ve taken the first and most important step in protecting your crypto. With your Ledger device and Ledger Live, you can now manage thousands of cryptocurrencies, stake your assets, explore Web3 apps, and rest assured that your private keys never leave your device.
In a world of hacks, phishing, and scams, your Ledger wallet gives you peace of mind—because real ownership means having control.