The trusted guide to set up your Ledger hardware wallet safely. Follow verified steps to install Ledger Live, create your recovery phrase, and protect your digital wealth.
Start SetupLedger.com/Start® is the official entry point for all Ledger hardware wallet owners. Whether you’re using a Ledger Nano X, Nano S Plus, or Stax, this secure page helps you activate, verify, and begin managing your crypto assets safely through the Ledger Live application.
To start, unpack your Ledger device and connect it to your computer using the supplied cable. Once connected, visit Ledger.com/Start directly in your browser. This verified link ensures you download genuine Ledger software and connect to the authentic setup wizard.
The setup assistant will prompt you to initialize your device by choosing “Set up as new.” Your Ledger device will generate a unique 24-word recovery phrase — the foundation of your crypto security. Carefully write each word on the provided recovery sheet and store it in a private, offline location. Never take a photo or store it digitally; this phrase is the key to restoring your wallet if your device is lost or reset.
After securing your recovery phrase, you’ll create a personal PIN. This PIN locks your Ledger device, ensuring no one can access it without authorization. Next, download Ledger Live, the official companion app available for desktop and mobile. Ledger Live lets you install apps for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and hundreds of other assets, manage your portfolio, and verify transactions securely on your hardware wallet’s screen.
Every transaction you approve on your device is physically confirmed — preventing phishing and malware attempts. Ledger devices feature a certified secure element chip, similar to those used in passports and payment cards, which isolates and protects your private keys from exposure. With continuous firmware updates and open-source verification, Ledger ensures that your wallet remains resilient against modern threats.
Whenever you need to restore, update, or reinstall your device, revisit Ledger.com/Start®. This page always provides the most recent and verified instructions for official Ledger hardware wallets. By following this guide, you take control of your private keys and your future. Ledger helps you achieve true self-custody — because your crypto security begins here.