🔐 What is Ledger.com/start?
It’s the official setup portal for Ledger hardware wallets (Nano S Plus, Nano X, Flex, Stax, etc.). Designed to protect you from phishing and guide you safely through the setup process.
🛠️ Step 1: Download and Install Ledger Live
- Visit ledger.com/start
- Click to download Ledger Live (available for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android)
- Run the installer and open the app
🔌 Step 2: Connect Your Ledger Device
- Use the USB (or Bluetooth for Nano X/Flex) to connect your device
- Power it on
- Follow the on-screen steps: choose device type, create a PIN, generate your 24‑word recovery phrase
- Important: Write down your recovery phrase and store it offline and securely (never digitally)
📲 Step 3: Set Up Within Ledger Live
- In Ledger Live, select “Set up a new device”
- Choose your Ledger model
- Follow live prompts to connect and configure your device
📥 Step 4: Install Crypto Apps & Add Accounts
- In Ledger Live’s Manager tab, pick which crypto apps to install (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum)
- After installation, create accounts for each asset to manage them in the app
✅ Step 5: Start Managing Crypto
- Send, receive, buy, swap, or stake crypto—all securely signed via your hardware wallet
- Ledger Live supports thousands of coins and tokens
- You can also manage NFTs and even order the Ledger CL Card
💡 Security Best Practices
- Only use ledger.com/start and download directly from Ledger’s official site
- Keep firmware and app updated for latest protections
- Never share your PIN or recovery phrase with anyone
- Be alert for phishing attempts—Ledger will never ask for your recovery phrase