Get Started with Ledger

Official setup steps and helpful tips — visit ledger.com start if you’re ready to begin.

Overview

Welcome — this page helps you get started with Ledger in a few simple steps. If you want to set up a Ledger hardware wallet, go to ledger.com start or open the exact guide at Ledger.com/Start. Using a hardware wallet is one of the best ways to protect your crypto private keys. For new users, Ledger.com Start contains step-by-step instructions for unboxing, initializing, and securing your device. Remember: always use official sources and follow the ledger.com start instructions closely.

Why choose Ledger?

Ledger hardware wallets provide an offline environment for storing private keys. When you follow the ledger.com start process you minimize online attack surfaces. Many people search for ledger.com start, Ledger.com/Start or Ledger.com Start when they want the official walkthrough. The setup flow described at ledger.com start walks you through PIN creation, recovery phrase backup, and installing Ledger Live. Following ledger.com start reduces mistakes and helps you know where to click, what to record, and how to keep your recovery phrase safe.

Step-by-step setup (quick)

  1. Unbox & verify — Verify the packaging and authenticity before using the device. You can confirm details on ledger.com start and on the Ledger.com/Start setup page.
  2. Connect the device — Use the provided cable to connect to your computer or mobile device and follow the Ledger.com Start prompts.
  3. Create a PIN — Set a secure PIN using the device. This step appears early when following ledger.com start.
  4. Backup recovery phrase — Write down the recovery phrase exactly and store it offline. Ledger.com/Start highlights how critical this is.
  5. Install Ledger Live — Ledger Live is the official app to manage accounts. Instructions and download links appear on ledger.com start.
  6. Add accounts — Add the cryptocurrencies you want to manage via Ledger Live after completing the Ledger.com Start steps.

Security tips

When following the official guide at ledger.com start or Ledger.com/Start, never share your recovery phrase. Ledger.com Start specifically warns that Ledger support will never ask for your recovery phrase. Keep your recovery phrase offline and secure, and only use the official ledger.com start documentation to ensure the procedure is correct. If you have any doubts, re-check ledger.com start for authenticity and updated instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the first thing I should do after unboxing?

Start by visiting ledger.com start or Ledger.com/Start for the official walkthrough. Verify packaging authenticity and follow the ledger.com start checklist for initialization, PIN creation, and recovery phrase backup.

2. Where do I find Ledger Live?

Ledger Live is linked from the ledger.com start resources and from the Ledger.com Start setup page. Download Ledger Live only from the official ledger.com start links to avoid counterfeit apps.

3. What if I lose my recovery phrase?

Losing the recovery phrase means you could lose access to funds. Ledger.com/Start and ledger.com start both stress making secure backups. If you lose it, the only recovery method is if you have another secure backup; otherwise, funds are irretrievable.

4. Is it safe to buy from third-party sellers?

To ensure device integrity, buy direct from official channels. The ledger.com start page recommends purchasing from authorized retailers or Ledger’s official store links at Ledger.com Start to minimize risk of tampered devices.

5. How do I verify my device’s firmware and authenticity?

Follow firmware verification steps on ledger.com start. Ledger.com/Start includes device verification steps in the setup guide. Always check the official Ledger.com Start pages for the latest verification procedure.