Get started with Ledger* | Ledger.com/start

A beginner-friendly guide to set up your hardware wallet, secure your seed and begin using Ledger Live. Keyword: Ledger.com/Start

Why choose Ledger?

Ledger offers hardware wallets designed to store private keys offline, protecting your crypto from online attacks. This guide walks through the essentials: unboxing, setup, recovery and connecting to Ledger Live so you can manage assets confidently.

Core benefits

Quick start — 5 easy steps

Step 1 — Unbox and inspect

Open your Ledger device and confirm the tamper-evident seal. Verify packaging matches official information from Ledger.com/Start and Ledger's official shop pages.

Step 2 — Install Ledger Live

On your computer, download and install Ledger Live (the official companion app). Follow on-screen prompts to create or restore a wallet, and install the apps for the currencies you plan to use.

Step 3 — Create a new wallet

Choose “Create a new wallet” on the device. Write down the 24-word recovery phrase on the provided card — this is your backup. Never store the recovery phrase digitally.

Step 4 — Confirm and secure

Confirm the recovery phrase on the device and set a PIN. Keep your device in a safe place and consider using a metal recovery backup for long-term protection.

Step 5 — Connect to Ledger Live

Open Ledger Live and add accounts for your cryptocurrencies. Use the Ledger apps installed on your device to approve transactions securely.

Below are important official pages to bookmark. Each link is styled and points to Ledger's domain to keep you on official resources:

Ledger.com/Start Ledger Live Ledger Support Ledger Shop Ledger Academy Ledger Blog Downloads Security Contact Knowledge Center

(All links go to official Ledger domain pages — use these for verified downloads, support and updates.)

Best practices & safety tips

Protect your recovery phrase

Never share your 24-word recovery phrase. Ledger staff will never ask for it. Store it offline and consider a metal backup plate for fire/water protection.

Keep firmware up to date

Check Ledger Live for firmware updates. Updates patch vulnerabilities and improve device features; always verify update prompts in the app and on your device.

Beware phishing

Only visit official Ledger URLs (for example, Ledger.com/Start) and avoid links from unknown emails or social media DMs. If in doubt, type the address directly into your browser.

FAQ — Frequently asked questions

Q: What is Ledger.com/Start?
A: It's Ledger’s official get-started page that provides setup instructions, verified downloads and security advice for new users.
Q: Can I restore my wallet on another Ledger device?
A: Yes — use your 24-word recovery phrase to restore a wallet on any compatible Ledger device.
Q: Is it safe to buy a Ledger from a third-party seller?
A: Prefer buying from the official Ledger shop or authorized resellers listed on Ledger's site to avoid tampered devices.
Q: What if I lose my device?
A: Your funds are safe as long as you have your recovery phrase. Acquire a new device and restore from your phrase.
Q: Do Ledger devices support many coins?
A: Yes — Ledger supports hundreds of coins and tokens via Ledger Live and third-party integrations.