New Ledger device in hand? Take a breath. This practical guide walks you through the essentials—from downloading Ledger Live to keeping your recovery phrase safe—one considered step at a time.
Choose your device, work through each step, and mark your progress as you go. The safest setup is the one you understand.
01 — Start with the source
Ledger Live is the companion app for setting up your device, managing accounts, and checking transactions. Download it only from Ledger’s official website or your device’s official app store. Avoid sponsored search results, unsolicited links, and software shared in direct messages.
Nano X · Connect with the supplied USB cable, or pair over Bluetooth when Ledger Live and your device prompt you to do so.
Your recovery phrase is the master backup to your wallet. Keep it private, keep it offline, and treat every word as a key. Ledger will never ask you to share it.
Explore Ledger AcademyNot into Ledger Live. Not into a website, search box, message, or form. Entering it anywhere other than your Ledger device during a legitimate recovery can expose your funds.
A hardware wallet is designed to keep private keys protected on the device while you review and approve transactions. The screen is more than a display: use it to verify important details before you confirm.
See the safety rulesThe app helps you manage accounts and interact with supported assets. Download the genuine version from Ledger’s official website, and follow the app’s own prompts to keep software up to date. Never install a version sent by a stranger.
Find Ledger LiveCrypto transactions can be difficult or impossible to reverse. Carefully compare the recipient address, network, and amount on your Ledger screen with what you intended. If anything feels unexpected, reject it and pause.
Read common questionsA little context makes the first setup feel a lot more straightforward.
Choose the restore option directly on your Ledger device and follow its on-screen instructions. Do not type the phrase into Ledger Live, a browser, a support chat, or any website. If anyone directs you to enter it elsewhere, stop and verify through Ledger’s official support site.
No. Never share your phrase with anyone, including a person claiming to be Ledger Support. Genuine support will not need it to troubleshoot, verify, or unlock your wallet. Keep conversations on official support channels and never follow unsolicited links.
Pause before approving anything. Check that you downloaded Ledger Live from an official Ledger source, read the complete prompt on your device, and compare the details carefully. If you remain unsure, reject the action and contact support by navigating to Ledger’s official website yourself.
Confirm the asset and network are supported, then compare the full recipient address and amount on your Ledger screen with the details you intended. Address formats can be long, so check the beginning and end carefully. If anything differs or you did not initiate the request, reject it and investigate first.
Ledger Live will guide you through adding supported accounts and, when needed, installing the relevant app on your device. Available apps and account support can change, so rely on current instructions inside the genuine Ledger Live application. Never install wallet software from a link sent by an unknown person.
Absolutely. Use the step controls above to revisit instructions at any time. Your actual device setup should be completed by following the prompts shown by Ledger Live and your Ledger screen. This guide is for orientation and does not replace those on-device instructions.
Take the next step with care. Your device and Ledger Live will guide you through the rest.
Return to the setup guide Never share your recovery phrase. Not even with us.