Start Your Crypto Journey with Ledger — Secure, Simple, and Smart
Welcome to the official Ledger Getting Started Hub — your trusted path to setting up your Ledger hardware wallet safely and confidently. Whether you’re new to crypto or a seasoned investor, Ledger helps you secure, manage, and grow your digital assets with ease.
Protect your crypto from hacks, scams, and online threats by keeping your private keys offline and under your control. Follow our guided setup at ledger.com/start to activate your Ledger Nano X or Ledger Nano S Plus, install Ledger Live, and take the first step toward true financial ownership.
Why Choose Ledger to Secure Your Crypto?
The crypto world moves fast — and security is more important than ever. Every day, millions of dollars are lost to phishing scams, exchange hacks, and wallet compromises. When you store your crypto on a centralized exchange or online wallet, you don’t truly own your assets — someone else does.
Ledger changes that. With a Ledger hardware wallet, you’re in complete control of your crypto, NFTs, and tokens. Your private keys — the cryptographic keys that prove your ownership — never leave your device. That means hackers, malware, and phishing attempts can’t access your funds.
Ledger combines industry-leading security with an easy-to-use experience, so you can invest, trade, and manage crypto confidently.
What You Can Do with Ledger
With your Ledger device and the Ledger Live app, you can do more than just store crypto. Ledger empowers you to take control of your entire digital asset portfolio — safely.
Buy, sell, and swap crypto directly through trusted providers in Ledger Live.
Stake your assets and earn rewards while keeping your keys offline.
Manage NFTs and tokens across multiple blockchains in one place.
Track your portfolio with real-time updates and market insights.
Access DeFi apps securely using Ledger’s Web3 integrations.
Ledger’s Core Features at a Glance
Industry-Leading Security
Ledger wallets are built with Secure Element chips (CC EAL5+ certified) — the same used in passports and banking systems. Combined with Ledger’s proprietary BOLOS OS, your private keys are protected from both physical and digital attacks.
True Ownership and Privacy
Your crypto stays yours. Ledger never stores or accesses your private information, recovery phrases, or keys. You alone hold the keys — not exchanges, not apps, not even Ledger.
Multi-Asset Support
Ledger supports over 5,500 coins and tokens including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, XRP, Cardano, and hundreds more. Manage all your assets in one secure place.
Ledger Live App
The free Ledger Live app gives you a single dashboard to buy, sell, stake, and monitor your portfolio. Stay updated and integrate DeFi and NFT apps securely.
Continuous Innovation
Ledger evolves with the Web3 ecosystem — from firmware updates to new dApp integrations — ensuring your wallet stays future-ready and protected.
Global Community & Support
Join millions of Ledger users worldwide. Get 24/7 customer support, verified guides, and step-by-step tutorials every step of the way.
Unbox your device and ensure it’s factory-sealed. If it’s not, contact Ledger support immediately.
Connect the device using the included USB cable and power it on.
Follow on-screen instructions to create a new wallet, set a PIN, and generate a 24-word recovery phrase.
Write down your recovery phrase and store it offline. Never share it — not even with Ledger.
Download Ledger Live from ledger.com/start and install your preferred crypto apps.
Add accounts and start managing your crypto securely through Ledger Live.
Stay Safe — Protect Yourself from Scams
Even with a hardware wallet, vigilance is key. Here are essential safety tips for Ledger users:
Only use official sources — download software exclusively from ledger.com/start.
Never share your recovery phrase. Ledger will never ask for it via email, call, or message.
Always verify URLs and site certificates to avoid phishing attempts.
Keep firmware updated regularly.
Use Ledger Live for all crypto transactions — never input your seed phrase online.
Trusted by Millions — Built on Transparency
Ledger has earned the trust of over six million users globally. Founded in Paris in 2014, Ledger’s mission is to make the world of crypto and Web3 accessible without compromising safety.
With open-source components, independent security audits, and partnerships with leading crypto and DeFi platforms, Ledger continues to set industry standards for transparency, usability, and protection.
Ready to Take Control of Your Crypto?
Your crypto deserves more than a password or exchange account. With Ledger, you gain true ownership, unmatched protection, and freedom to explore crypto securely.