Ledger Live®: The #1 Official Ledger Mobile & Desktop Application
Your essential, all-in-one gateway for secure crypto management, portfolio tracking, and Web3 exploration, powered by the industry-leading Ledger hardware wallet.
Download Ledger Live Official AppThe Complete Crypto Management Platform
Ledger Live connects your physical hardware security to the digital world, giving you full control over your assets and allowing you to perform critical functions without compromising your private keys.
Secure Transactions
All transactions are physically verified and signed offline on your Ledger hardware wallet device, ensuring your private keys never touch the internet.
Real-Time Portfolio Tracking
Get a comprehensive, real-time view of your entire crypto and NFT portfolio across multiple chains, allowing you to track performance and market movements instantly.
Buy, Swap, & Stake
Securely perform all your crypto operations—buying with fiat, swapping assets across chains, and staking PoS coins—directly within the application interface.
NFT Management
View, send, and receive your Ethereum and Polygon NFTs securely, with genuine ownership verifiable through your Ledger device.
The Foundation of Trust: Ledger Security Architecture
Ledger Live is not a wallet itself; it is the interface for your **Ledger hardware wallet**, which remains the true guardian of your funds. Unlike software wallets, Ledger devices store your private keys offline in a **Secure Element** chip (EAL5+/EAL6+ certified) – the same type used in high-security applications like passports and credit cards.
Clear Signing and Transaction Verification
Every transaction you initiate in Ledger Live must be physically confirmed on the secure screen of your Ledger device. This process, known as **Clear Signing**, ensures that what you see on the hardware screen is exactly what you are signing, eliminating the risk of undetected malicious software altering transaction details on your desktop or mobile phone.
**Crucially, your 24-word Secret Recovery Phrase (seed phrase) never leaves your Ledger device, nor should it ever be entered into the Ledger Live software.** This is the ultimate safeguard against phishing and online attacks.
Official Security Best Practices
- Only download Ledger Live from the **official Ledger website**.
- Always verify your device's authenticity using the **Genuine Check** in Ledger Live.
- **NEVER** share your 24-word recovery phrase with anyone, or enter it into any digital device.
- The final source of truth is the **screen of your Ledger device**.
Extensive Support: Manage 1000s of Cryptocurrencies
Ledger Live provides native support for managing a vast and ever-growing selection of digital assets, including major coins, tokens, and stablecoins. If you can secure it on your Ledger hardware wallet, you can manage it through the Ledger Live application.
...plus thousands of ERC-20 tokens and other coins secured by your Ledger device.
Step-by-Step Guide: Getting Started with Ledger Live
Step 1: Download & Install
Visit the **official Ledger website** to download the genuine Ledger Live application for your desktop (Windows, macOS, Linux) or mobile device (iOS, Android). Launch the application upon completion.
Step 2: Connect Your Hardware Wallet
Connect your Ledger Nano X, Nano S Plus, or Stax device. Follow the on-screen prompts in Ledger Live to perform the initial setup, which involves setting your PIN and carefully writing down your **24-word Secret Recovery Phrase** (seed phrase) on the provided sheet.
Step 3: Run the Genuine Check
Ledger Live will automatically run the **Genuine Check** to verify that your Ledger device is authentic and running the official Ledger Operating System. This is a critical security step that ensures the device has not been tampered with.
Step 4: Install Crypto Apps & Add Accounts
Use the 'My Ledger' section within Ledger Live to install the blockchain apps (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana) onto your physical device. Once the apps are installed, navigate to the 'Accounts' section and click 'Add Account' to create the necessary accounts for your assets.
Step 5: Fund & Manage Your Portfolio
You can now securely receive crypto into these new accounts. Use Ledger Live to buy new assets, swap existing ones, check your real-time balance, and access decentralized applications (dApps) in the 'Discover' section—all while your keys remain protected offline.
Maximize Your Web3 Experience
Comprehensive Portfolio Tracking
The intuitive dashboard provides a clear, consolidated view of your entire portfolio's value, performance metrics, and asset distribution. By aggregating data from all your secure Ledger accounts, the app delivers crucial market insights and historical charts, empowering you to make informed decisions without relying on external tracking services.
Discover Section: A Secure Gateway to dApps
The 'Discover' section within Ledger Live gives you a curated, verified, and secure path to interact with decentralized applications (dApps), services, and third-party partners. This includes staking platforms like Lido, or decentralized exchanges like Uniswap, ensuring you explore the DeFi landscape with the unparalleled security of your hardware device. This feature minimizes risks associated with navigating unfamiliar or malicious websites.
Ready to Take Control of Your Crypto?
Download the official Ledger Live application today and experience the most secure way to manage your digital assets.
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