YOUR FIRST STEPS, MADE CLEAR
A straightforward, independent guide to getting started with a Ledger device—built around the one rule that matters most: use verified official sources.
Important security note
We are an independent educational guide and are not affiliated with or endorsed by Ledger. Ledger will never ask you to share your Secret Recovery Phrase. Keep it offline and private, always.
Ledger.com/start is a useful place to begin when you’re setting up a Ledger hardware wallet. A Ledger device is designed to keep your private keys protected while you manage supported crypto assets with Ledger Live. Setup is simple when you follow trusted instructions and take each step at your own pace.
This guide explains the essentials: find the official software, initialize your own device, and learn the safety habits that protect your recovery phrase. It does not replace the instructions provided by Ledger, and it cannot verify a device or download on your behalf. For the latest product-specific steps, always check the official Ledger website and support resources directly.
Remember, anyone who gets your Secret Recovery Phrase may be able to access your assets. Ledger support will never ask for it. Do not enter it into a website, app, chat, or form—even if a message claims your wallet is at risk.
Use official instructions and your device’s own display as your source of truth.
Visit Ledger’s official website by typing ledger.com into your browser yourself. Choose Ledger Live from its official download page and select the version for your computer or phone. Avoid sponsored search results, unsolicited links, and third-party download mirrors.
Follow the instructions shown on your Ledger device and in Ledger Live. Your device will guide you through creating a PIN and writing down a recovery phrase. Take your time, keep the phrase private, and never photograph or store it online.
Use Ledger Live’s genuine check and follow the on-screen prompts. Review addresses and transaction details on the device display before approving anything. If a screen, message, or request feels unexpected, pause and verify it through official Ledger support.
Scams often create urgency. A message saying your wallet is locked, a support agent asking for your phrase, or a link promising to validate your wallet are all reasons to stop and verify independently.
Write it down privately and store it somewhere secure.
Read transaction details on the device before approving.
Type ledger.com yourself to reach official support.