Secure your cryptocurrency with step-by-step instructions for Ledger Nano S, X, and Stax
Ledger Live is the official companion app for your Ledger device. Download it from the official website only.
Windows, macOS, Linux
iPhone & iPad
Android devices
Only download Ledger Live from ledger.com or official app stores. Never download from third-party websites to avoid malware.
If this is your first time using the device, you'll see "Welcome to Ledger" on the screen. If you see "Enter PIN", the device has already been set up.
Choose this option if you're setting up a brand new Ledger device for the first time.
Recommended for new users
Choose this option if you're restoring an existing wallet from a 12, 18, or 24-word seed phrase.
For wallet recovery
Choose PIN length
Select between 4-8 digits using device buttons
Enter your PIN
Use left/right buttons to select digits, both buttons to confirm
Confirm your PIN
Re-enter the same PIN to verify
Your recovery phrase is the ONLY way to restore your wallet if your device is lost, stolen, or damaged. Never share it with anyone and store it securely offline.
A recovery phrase (also called seed phrase) is a list of 24 words that represents your private keys. These words are generated randomly and give you access to all your cryptocurrency accounts.
Your Ledger device will ask you to confirm specific words from your recovery phrase to ensure you've written them down correctly.
Your Ledger device needs specific apps installed for each cryptocurrency you want to manage.
Store and manage BTC
Store ETH and ERC-20 tokens
Store and manage SOL
Keep firmware updated
Regular updates include security improvements
Verify receiving addresses
Always confirm addresses on device screen
Use official Ledger Live
Only download from official sources
Store recovery phrase offline
Physical backup in secure location
Share your recovery phrase
Ledger will never ask for your seed words
Enter seed phrase on computer
Only enter on the device itself
Buy from unofficial sellers
Only purchase from Ledger or authorized retailers
Ignore security warnings
Always verify transactions on device screen
Initial setup typically takes 15-30 minutes, including downloading Ledger Live, creating your PIN, backing up your recovery phrase, and installing your first cryptocurrency apps.
Yes! You can install Ledger Live on multiple computers and mobile devices. Your Ledger hardware wallet will work with any device that has Ledger Live installed.
If you lose your recovery phrase and your device breaks or is lost, you will permanently lose access to your cryptocurrency. This is why it's crucial to store multiple copies in secure locations.
Storage varies by model: Nano S Plus can hold 100+ apps, Nano X can hold 100+ apps, and Stax can hold 100+ apps. You can always uninstall and reinstall apps without losing your crypto.
No, your cryptocurrency is stored on the blockchain. Your Ledger device stores the private keys that give you access to your crypto. Even if the device is damaged, you can recover everything with your recovery phrase.
Congratulations! Your Ledger hardware wallet is now set up and ready to secure your cryptocurrency.
Your crypto is protected by industry-leading security
You control your private keys and recovery phrase
Start managing your cryptocurrency portfolio