Welcome to Ledger Start, your gateway to uncompromising cryptocurrency security. Set up your hardware wallet in minutes and take complete control of your digital wealth with military-grade protection that keeps your private keys offline and out of reach from online threats.
Industry-leading security meets user-friendly functionality. Protect your digital assets with the most trusted hardware wallet solution on the market.
Your private keys never leave the secure element chip inside your Ledger device. This cold storage approach ensures complete isolation from internet-connected devices, making it virtually impossible for hackers to access your cryptocurrency holdings remotely.
Manage Bitcoin, Ethereum, and over 5,500 different cryptocurrencies and tokens from a single device. Ledger Live application provides seamless integration with all major blockchain networks, allowing you to diversify your portfolio without compromising security.
During initialization, you'll receive a 24-word recovery phrase that serves as the master key to your assets. Store this phrase securely offline, and you can restore complete access to your holdings even if your device is lost, damaged, or stolen.
Get started in under 15 minutes with our streamlined setup flow. Download Ledger Live, connect your device via USB, create your PIN code, and securely record your recovery phrase. No technical expertise required to achieve enterprise-level security.
Follow these straightforward steps to initialize your hardware wallet and establish unbreakable security for your cryptocurrency portfolio. The entire process takes approximately 15-20 minutes.
Begin by downloading the official Ledger Live application from the verified Ledger website. This software serves as your command center for managing all cryptocurrency transactions and portfolio tracking. Available for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android platforms, Ledger Live provides a unified interface that connects seamlessly with your hardware wallet.
Unbox your Ledger hardware wallet and connect it to your computer using the provided USB cable. Power on the device by pressing both buttons simultaneously. For first-time setup, select 'Set up as new device' on the screen. The Ledger will prompt you to choose a PIN code between 4-8 digits that will protect access to your wallet.
The device will generate and display a unique 24-word recovery phrase. Write down each word in exact order on the recovery sheet provided in your Ledger package. This phrase is the only way to recover your assets if your device is lost or damaged. Never photograph, screenshot, or store this phrase digitally. Keep it in a secure physical location.
Verify your recovery phrase by confirming the words in the order requested by your device. Once verified, your Ledger hardware wallet is ready to use. Open Ledger Live, add your cryptocurrency accounts, and start receiving or sending digital assets with confidence. Your private keys remain secured within the device's certified secure element chip at all times.
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Visit Support CenterCryptocurrency investments carry inherent risks; users are solely responsible for securing their recovery phrases and managing their digital assets.