Welcome to Ledger, your trusted solution for securing cryptocurrency and digital assets. By visiting Ledger.com/start, you are beginning the official setup process for your Ledger hardware wallet. This page is designed to help you safely initialize your device, understand how Ledger works, and take full control of your crypto with confidence.
In the world of digital assets, security is essential. Ledger helps protect your private keys offline while giving you the tools you need to manage, grow, and use your crypto safely.
Ledger is a leading provider of hardware wallets that allow you to store your cryptocurrency securely. Unlike online wallets or exchanges, Ledger devices keep your private keys offline inside a secure chip, significantly reducing the risk of hacks, malware, and unauthorized access.
With Ledger, you are not relying on third parties to safeguard your assets. You remain in complete control at all times.
Ledger.com/start is the only official starting point for setting up your Ledger device. It ensures that:
Starting anywhere else can expose you to serious security risks. Always use the official Ledger website for setup and downloads.
Setting up your Ledger wallet is straightforward and only takes a few minutes. Follow the steps carefully to ensure maximum protection.
Ledger devices are never pre-configured. When you open the box:
If anything appears already set up, do not use the device. This could indicate tampering.
Inside the box, you’ll typically find:
Ledger Live is the official application used to manage your Ledger wallet and crypto assets.
To download Ledger Live:
Ledger Live acts as your control center while all critical security actions remain on your hardware wallet.
Once Ledger Live is installed, connect your Ledger device and follow the on-screen instructions. You will be guided to:
Your PIN protects your device from physical access, while the recovery phrase protects your assets permanently.
During setup, your Ledger device will generate a 24-word recovery phrase. This phrase is the only backup of your wallet.
Ledger will never ask for your recovery phrase. Anyone who has it can access your crypto.
If your device is lost, damaged, or stolen, the recovery phrase allows you to restore your wallet on a new Ledger device.
Once your device is set up, Ledger Live allows you to manage your digital assets securely and easily.
All transactions must be confirmed on your Ledger device, ensuring nothing happens without your approval.
Ledger supports thousands of cryptocurrencies and tokens, including:
You can install and remove apps on your Ledger device without losing your assets, as everything is secured by your recovery phrase.
Ledger is not just a storage device—it’s a secure gateway to the decentralized web.
You can safely connect your Ledger wallet to:
Your private keys remain protected on the device while you interact with blockchain applications.
To keep your assets safe, always follow these rules:
Ledger will never contact you asking for sensitive information.
If your Ledger device is lost or stolen, your crypto is still safe—as long as your recovery phrase is secure.
You can:
Your assets will be fully restored.
Ledger gives you freedom, security, and ownership. You are no longer dependent on exchanges or third parties to safeguard your funds. With Ledger, you hold the keys—and that means you hold the power.
Starting at Ledger.com/start ensures you begin your journey the right way, with official tools and trusted guidance.
By following the steps at Ledger.com/start, you are choosing a safer way to manage cryptocurrency. Secure your recovery phrase, verify every transaction, and take full ownership of your digital future.