Ledger Live Desktop | Getting Started

Official Ledger Desktop Setup Guide

Ledger Live Desktop: Getting Started

Ledger Live Desktop is the official application for managing Ledger hardware wallets and cryptocurrencies securely. This guide covers setup, account management, firmware updates, security practices, recovery phrase safety, and troubleshooting. It includes ten official Ledger hyperlinks for reference.

Step 1: Check System Requirements

Ensure your computer meets system requirements for Ledger Live Desktop (Windows, macOS, Linux). Visit Ledger Live Official Page for details.

Step 2: Download Ledger Live Desktop

Download Ledger Live Desktop from Ledger Live Download. Select the correct platform.

Step 3: Install Ledger Live Desktop

Run the installer, follow on-screen instructions, and allow necessary permissions. Full instructions: Ledger Live Install Guide.

Step 4: Connect Ledger Device

Connect your Ledger hardware wallet (Nano S, Nano X, Nano S Plus) via USB or Bluetooth (Nano X). Ledger Live Desktop will detect your device and guide you through setup or recovery. Guide: Ledger Setup Guide.

Step 5: Firmware Updates

Keep your Ledger firmware updated for security. Ledger Live Desktop provides notifications. More info: Firmware Updates.

Step 6: Add Accounts and Manage Crypto

Ledger Live Desktop allows multiple cryptocurrency accounts, sending and receiving crypto securely, and tracking balances. Confirm addresses on-device. Guide: Accounts Management.

Step 7: Security Best Practices

Never share your 24-word recovery phrase. Only download Ledger Live from official sources. Tips: Ledger Security.

Step 8: Recovery and Backup

Recover your wallet if lost using the recovery phrase. Store securely offline. Reference: Ledger Learning Center.

Step 9: Third-Party Integrations

Ledger Live Desktop supports MetaMask, Electrum, and other wallets. Confirm transactions on-device. Compatibility: Ledger Compatibility.

Step 10: Troubleshooting

If Ledger Live Desktop does not detect your device, check USB connections, unlock the device, or reinstall the app. Support: Ledger Support.

Ten Official Ledger Links

  1. Ledger Live Official
  2. Ledger Live Download
  3. Installation Guide
  4. Setup Guide
  5. Firmware Updates
  6. Accounts Management
  7. Security
  8. Support
  9. Ledger Blog
  10. Ledger GitHub

Security Checklist

Official Download Only
Avoid third-party installers.
Never Share Recovery Phrase
Ledger will never ask digitally.
Verify Addresses On-Device
Always confirm before sending transactions.
Keep Firmware Updated
Use Ledger Live Desktop for updates.