Welcome to the official guide for Ledger Live, the powerful and secure application that allows you to manage your cryptocurrency portfolio with ease. Whether you’re new to Ledger or an experienced crypto user, this page will walk you through all the key features, setup steps, and security best practices.
Ledger Live is the desktop and mobile software companion to your Ledger hardware wallet. It lets you:
Follow these steps to set up Ledger Live and connect your hardware wallet:
Head to the official Ledger.com/start page and download the latest version of Ledger Live for your operating system — available for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS.
Run the installer and launch Ledger Live. You will be guided through initial setup prompts.
Use your USB cable or Bluetooth (Ledger Nano X) to connect your Ledger device. Confirm all prompts on the device screen to ensure secure communication between the device and Ledger Live.
Ledger Live aggregates all your crypto assets in one place so you can monitor your portfolio’s value in real-time with clear charts and balance overviews.
Every transaction you initiate in Ledger Live must be physically confirmed on your Ledger device. This ensures your private keys never leave the device, adding a critical security layer.
Ledger Live allows you to manage the apps installed on your hardware wallet and keeps your device firmware updated with the latest security patches and features.
Integrated exchange features enable you to swap supported cryptocurrencies instantly and securely within Ledger Live without exposing your private keys.
💡 “Your Ledger device combined with Ledger Live software is your strongest defense against online threats — keep them both secure.”
No, Ledger Live requires a connected Ledger hardware wallet to send and receive cryptocurrencies securely.
Yes. Ledger Live supports multiple devices and wallets — you can switch between them as needed.
Yes! Ledger Live is available on iOS and Android, fully compatible with Ledger Nano X via Bluetooth.
Regular updates are crucial. Ledger Live will notify you about updates; apply them promptly to ensure security and new features.