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Ledger® Live: Desktop | Getting Started with Ledger is a comprehensive onboarding resource designed to help users install and use Ledger Live—the desktop application that works with Ledger hardware wallets. It walks users through downloading the app, initializing their device, and safely managing crypto assets.

What is Ledger Live?

Ledger Live is Ledger’s official app for managing your cryptocurrency portfolio. It lets users send, receive, stake, and swap crypto while interacting directly with a Ledger hardware wallet, such as the Nano S Plus, Nano X, or Ledger Stax. The desktop version supports macOS, Windows, and Linux.

1. Download and Install Ledger Live

Start by downloading Ledger Live from the official Ledger website. Make sure you're on the correct site to avoid phishing threats. Choose your operating system, download the installer, and follow the instructions to install the app. Once installed, open Ledger Live to begin the setup process.

2. Set Up Your Ledger Device

If you're using a Ledger device for the first time, you’ll need to initialize it. This involves:

• Powering on the device.
• Creating a new wallet.
• Writing down your 24-word recovery phrase (this is your backup).
• Setting a PIN code.

The recovery phrase is critical—if your device is lost or damaged, this phrase allows you to recover your assets. Ledger Live emphasizes never entering this phrase into a computer or online form, only writing it down and storing it securely offline.

If you already have a wallet, you can restore it by entering your existing recovery phrase directly into the Ledger device.

3. Connect Your Device to Ledger Live

After setting up the device, connect it to Ledger Live via USB. Ledger Live will guide you through a security check to verify that your device is genuine. Once verified, you’ll be prompted to install firmware updates if needed.

4. Install Crypto Apps

Each cryptocurrency supported by Ledger requires an “app” to be installed on the device. In Ledger Live:

• Go to the “Manager” tab.
• Select and install apps like Bitcoin, Ethereum, or Solana.

Apps allow the device to handle the private keys for each type of asset. Since device memory is limited, you can uninstall and reinstall apps without losing access to your coins.

5. Add Accounts

Once the necessary apps are installed, go to the “Accounts” tab and select “Add Account.” Choose the currency and connect your Ledger device. Ledger Live will generate a wallet address that corresponds with your private keys