Securely manage your cryptocurrencies with Ledger® Live Desktop. Start your crypto journey safely and efficiently.
Ledger® Live Desktop is a secure application for managing your crypto assets on your computer. With Ledger® Live, you can add multiple crypto accounts, monitor your portfolio, send and receive funds, and keep your assets safe offline using Ledger devices.
This guide will walk you step-by-step through setup, account management, security practices, and tips to maximize your crypto experience.
Download Ledger® Live DesktopAlways download Ledger® Live from the official Ledger website to ensure authenticity and security.
Ledger® Live Desktop supports Windows, Mac, and Linux. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the application safely.
Power on your Ledger device and set a secure PIN. This PIN protects your crypto assets and is required each time you access your device.
Ledger devices generate a 24-word recovery phrase. Write it down offline and keep it secure. This phrase allows you to restore your wallet if your device is lost or damaged.
Connect your Ledger device to your computer using the USB cable. Open Ledger® Live Desktop and follow the prompts to link your device securely.
Once connected, you can add supported cryptocurrency accounts, view balances, and manage assets directly from Ledger® Live Desktop.
Ledger® Live Desktop allows you to send funds securely. Always verify the recipient address on your Ledger device before confirming.
Generate receive addresses and confirm them on your device. Ledger® Live ensures your crypto is sent safely to the correct destination.
Enable a passphrase for additional security. Each passphrase creates a separate wallet, offering an extra layer of protection for your assets.
Keep your Ledger device updated using Ledger® Live Desktop. Updates patch security vulnerabilities and improve overall device performance.
Ledger® Live Desktop provides a portfolio overview, showing balances across multiple crypto accounts, including transaction history and performance analytics.
Use Ledger® Live to stake supported cryptocurrencies and manage apps on your Ledger device. Access DeFi and staking opportunities securely.
Ledger® Live Desktop is a secure desktop application for managing cryptocurrencies. It works with Ledger devices to keep your private keys offline.
Yes, using your 24-word recovery phrase, you can restore your wallet on a new Ledger device. Always store the phrase securely offline.
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