Ledger.com/start

Official quick-start: initialize, secure and use your Ledger hardware wallet

Secure your crypto — start here

Welcome to Ledger.com/start, the official quick-start landing page to get your Ledger hardware wallet ready in minutes. Our guided flow focuses on safety: downloading the Ledger Live desktop application, setting up your Ledger Live wallet, verifying device authenticity, generating an offline recovery seed, choosing a strong PIN, and learning safe storage practices. Keys never leave your device and no account creation is required.

Ledger Live desktop
Download the official desktop app for secure management
Ledger Live wallet
Complete setup for your secure hardware wallet solution
Transaction safety
Approve on-device, review every detail securely

Why Ledger hardware wallets?

Ledger hardware wallets keep your cryptographic keys isolated from internet-connected devices, preventing remote theft. The Ledger Live desktop application provides a secure interface for managing your assets. This page guides you through the Ledger Live download process, secure setup of your Ledger Live wallet, and points to best practices for long-term custody.

Setup checklist

  1. Unbox & verify device authenticity seals
  2. Download Ledger Live desktop application from official sources
  3. Connect your device and follow the Ledger Live wallet setup
  4. Create PIN & write down recovery seed offline
  5. Confirm firmware updates through Ledger Live desktop app
  6. Store your seed and device in separate secure locations