What is Ledger Live?
Ledger Live is your secure command center for crypto asset management. Designed to work hand-in-hand with Ledger hardware wallets, it allows you to buy, sell, swap, stake, and track over 5,500 cryptocurrencies without ever exposing your private keys online.
Main Features
- 💼 Manage Assets: Monitor balances and asset distribution in real-time.
- 🔁 Buy, Sell & Swap: Use trusted partner integrations to trade crypto directly within the app.
- 💸 Staking: Stake coins like ETH, DOT, ADA, and ATOM to earn rewards.
- 🖼 NFT Support: View and manage NFTs on Ethereum and Polygon networks.
- 🧩 Multi-Asset Support: 5,500+ tokens supported and growing.
- 💻 Cross-Platform: Compatible with Windows, macOS, Linux.
How to Set Up Ledger Live on Desktop
- Download: Visit ledger.com/ledger-live and download the desktop app for your OS.
- Install: Follow the installation instructions for Windows, macOS, or Linux.
- Connect Device: Plug in your Ledger Nano X, Nano S, or Nano S Plus via USB.
- Open Ledger Live: Launch the app and complete the genuine check.
- Add Accounts: Select your cryptocurrencies and add them to your portfolio.
- Start Managing: Begin buying, staking, and tracking securely.
Security First – What You Must Know
- 🔐 Ledger Live signs all transactions through your Ledger hardware wallet.
- 🚫 Your private keys never leave your device — ever.
- 📵 Never enter your 24-word recovery phrase on any website or keyboard.
- 📢 Only use official sites: Always verify you're on ledger.com.
⚠️ Important: Ledger will never ask for your 24-word recovery phrase. If a site or person asks for it — it's a scam.
Need Help Getting Started?
If you're having trouble setting up Ledger Live, visit the official Ledger Support Center for in-depth guides and troubleshooting articles.