Official Site® | Ledger.com/Start® | Get Started with Ledger Wallets
Welcome to the official Ledger® start page – your trusted gateway to safely setting up and using your Ledger hardware wallet. At Ledger.com/Start, users receive verified, up-to-date instructions to initialize their Ledger device, download the Ledger Live app, and secure their crypto journey from the very beginning.
This guide offers a full walkthrough of what you’ll find at Ledger.com/Start and how to make the most of your Ledger Nano S Plus or Ledger Nano X.
🔐 Why Ledger®?
In the evolving world of cryptocurrency, security is everything. Ledger® is a world leader in hardware wallet technology, offering cold storage solutions to protect your digital assets. Unlike hot wallets and exchange storage, a Ledger device ensures your private keys never leave your device—giving you full control and peace of mind.
Millions of users around the globe trust Ledger to manage, buy, sell, and stake digital currencies with Ledger Live, the official Ledger companion app.
🚀 Getting Started: Ledger.com/Start
Step 1: Go to the Official Website
Visit the official Ledger start page at:
🔗 https://www.ledger.com/start
⚠️ Security Tip: Always access Ledger’s website manually or from trusted bookmarks. Avoid clicking unknown links or advertisements in search results.
Step 2: Choose Your Device
Once on the site, select your Ledger device model:
- Ledger Nano S Plus
- Ledger Nano X
- (Legacy: Nano S)
Clicking on your device brings you to a detailed, step-by-step guide for secure setup.
📦 Unboxing Your Ledger Wallet
When you receive your device, verify:
- It’s sealed and untampered
- The security seal is intact
- You purchased from ledger.com or an authorized reseller
Your box should contain:
- Ledger device
- USB cable (Type-C for S Plus, USB-C/Bluetooth for X)
- Key recovery sheets
- Instructions
🛠️ Device Setup: Creating Your Wallet
Here’s what happens next:
1. Power On the Device
Use the buttons to navigate the device menu. Connect via USB (or Bluetooth for Nano X).
2. Choose “Set up as new device”
3. Create a PIN Code
Choose a 4- to 8-digit PIN to lock your device. Do not share this code with anyone.
4. Backup Your Recovery Phrase
Write down the 24-word recovery phrase shown on your device. This is your only backup.
⚠️ Never take a screenshot or store this online. Ledger will never ask for your recovery phrase.
5. Confirm the Recovery Phrase
Verify each word by selecting them in order. Your device will then be initialized.
📲 Install Ledger Live
Go back to Ledger.com/Start and click "Download Ledger Live" for your platform:
- Windows
- macOS
- Linux
- iOS
- Android
Ledger Live is the all-in-one app that lets you:
- Manage accounts
- Buy, sell, and swap crypto
- Stake tokens
- Send and receive securely
- Track portfolio value
- Manage NFTs
- Connect to DeFi apps
Install only from ledger.com – never download Ledger Live from unofficial app stores or third-party sites.
🔐 Add Accounts & Apps
After setting up Ledger Live:
- Connect your Ledger device
- Install blockchain apps (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum)
- Create accounts for each asset
- Start managing, sending, receiving, or staking
Each app installed on your device corresponds to a blockchain (e.g., BTC, ETH). You can uninstall and reinstall apps anytime without losing funds.
📉 Portfolio & Real-Time Management
Ledger Live offers:
- Real-time portfolio tracking
- Market prices
- Transaction history
- Asset performance overview
Whether you’re a casual investor or a crypto veteran, the interface is clean, responsive, and professional.
🔁 Buy, Sell, Swap & Stake
Via Ledger Live, users can:
- Buy crypto with debit/credit or bank transfers through partners like MoonPay, Transak, and Coinify
- Sell selected assets
- Swap tokens instantly
- Stake coins like ETH, SOL, DOT, and ATOM to earn rewards
All actions are secured by physical confirmation on your Ledger device.
⚠️ Stay Safe: Avoid Scams
Ledger.com/Start also provides key safety tips:
- Never share your 24-word recovery phrase
- Ledger will never contact you directly
- Always verify URLs: use https://www.ledger.com
- Use Ledger Live's “Genuine Check” to verify your device
Bookmark https://www.ledger.com/start and avoid unofficial links or “support” sites that request sensitive info.
📞 Need Help?
The Ledger Support site offers:
- Setup videos
- Troubleshooting guides
- FAQs
- Secure ticket system
Visit:
🔗 https://support.ledger.com
Final Thoughts
Setting up your Ledger wallet via Ledger.com/Start is the safest way to protect your digital assets from online threats. Whether you're managing Bitcoin, NFTs, or a multi-token DeFi portfolio, the Ledger ecosystem empowers you to own your crypto with confidence.