Ledger.com/start is the official setup page for all Ledger devices including Nano X, Nano S Plus, and Ledger Stax. It helps new users correctly install the Ledger Wallet app, initialize their device, verify authenticity, and safeguard their private keys.
Ledger hardware wallets use a secure element chip and isolated operating system to protect private keys from online threats. This setup process ensures your crypto never leaves your control.
Go directly to Ledger.com/start. Never trust links from emails or social media to avoid phishing sites.
Ledger Wallet (previously Ledger Live) is the official companion app used to manage your cryptocurrencies, install apps, and update firmware. Download it from the official site for your OS.
Inspect packaging carefully. Ledger devices never come preconfigured. If your recovery sheet has words already written, stop immediately and contact Ledger Support.
Follow on-screen prompts to create a new wallet. Choose a secure 4–8 digit PIN. Your device will then generate a unique 24-word recovery phrase — your ultimate backup key.
Record the words on the supplied recovery sheet and store them offline. Never share or photograph this phrase. Anyone with it can access your funds.
Open the Ledger Wallet app and follow prompts to confirm your device’s firmware is genuine. This guarantees your hardware hasn’t been altered or tampered with.
From the app’s “Manager” section, add support for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and thousands of other tokens. Then create accounts to manage your assets securely.
When receiving crypto, always verify the address on your device screen. Ledger ensures addresses displayed in the app match your device for protection against malware.
- Keep your 24-word recovery phrase offline and never store it digitally.
- Use Ledger Wallet only from official sources or app stores.
- Verify URLs and SSL padlock before downloading or updating firmware.
- Enable password lock on your computer and smartphone.
- Regularly update the Ledger Wallet app for the latest features and patches.
- Always confirm all details on your device screen before approving transactions.
If your Ledger is lost, stolen, or damaged, your crypto remains safe as long as your recovery phrase is secure. Purchase a new Ledger device and select “Restore from recovery phrase” during setup to regain access.
The recovery phrase allows full wallet restoration. Ensure it’s kept in multiple, safe, and waterproof places (for example, metal backup plates). Never share it with anyone.
1. What is Ledger Wallet?
Ledger Wallet (previously Ledger Live) is the official Ledger software that lets you view balances, send/receive assets, and interact with decentralized apps securely while your keys stay inside the hardware wallet.
2. Can I manage multiple cryptocurrencies?
Yes. Ledger supports over 5,000 coins and tokens. Install each coin app and manage all your crypto from one device safely.
3. Is Ledger.com/start safe?
Yes — it’s the only verified setup URL by Ledger SAS. Always type it manually or use a trusted bookmark. Avoid look-alike domains.
4. What if I forget my PIN?
If you forget your PIN, simply reset your device and restore it with your recovery phrase. Without that phrase, assets are unrecoverable.
5. Does Ledger have access to my funds?
No. Ledger never holds or stores your crypto. Your private keys stay in your device’s secure element — completely offline and under your control.