Ledger® Live: Login | Getting started™ with Ledger®

Welcome — What this guide covers

Purpose

This presentation explains how to login to Ledger® Live, get started with your Ledger hardware wallet, and practice correct handling and safety. It is written for first-time users and for people who want a refresher. The focus is clarity, practical steps, and safety-first handling.

Why Ledger Live?

Ledger Live is the official desktop and mobile app for managing your hardware wallet and crypto assets. It provides account overview, transaction history, sending, receiving, and safe firmware updates.

Prepare: what you need

Items checklist

• Ledger hardware device (Ledger Nano S / S Plus / X)
• Recent computer or smartphone with internet connection
• Official Ledger cable (do not use unknown adapters)
• Paper and pen to record your recovery phrase in a safe place — never digitally.

Important safety note

Only use the official Ledger website to download Ledger Live. Never share your recovery phrase with anyone. Ledger Support will never ask for your 24-word recovery phrase.

Download and install Ledger Live

Step-by-step

1. Visit the official Ledger website and navigate to Ledger Live — download the version for your OS.
2. Install the app with standard installer permissions.
3. Open Ledger Live and read the welcome screens carefully.

Verify download integrity

When available, check the provider signatures or checksums on the download page. Ledger publishes guidance; follow it to avoid compromised installers.

Login and initial setup

Open Ledger Live

Select "Get Started" then choose whether you are setting up a new device or restoring an existing one. If you are new, choose "Set up a new device" and follow onscreen prompts.

Create a new device

The device will ask you to choose a PIN and then display a recovery phrase. Write the phrase down on the supplied recovery sheet. Confirm the phrase when prompted. Never store it electronically.

Add accounts and manage assets

Adding your first account

In Ledger Live, choose "Accounts" -> "Add account". Select the cryptocurrency and follow prompts. Ledger Live will query the blockchain to display balances and transaction history associated with your hardware wallet addresses.

Multiple accounts

You can add many accounts for the same or different cryptocurrencies. Ledger Live keeps them organized and lets you label them for easier handling.

Send, receive, and verify transactions

Receiving funds

To receive, open the Receive flow in Ledger Live and verify the address on your device screen. Only use addresses shown on your hardware device — do not trust addresses pasted or sent by third parties without verification.

Sending funds

When sending, carefully review the recipient address, amount, and fees. Confirm the transaction details on the Ledger device display before approving.

Handling your Ledger device

Best handling practices

• Keep the device physically secure: use a lockbox or safe for long-term storage.
• Avoid public charging stations and unknown USB hubs; use your own trusted cable and power source.
• Keep firmware updated through Ledger Live only — updates fix security issues and add features.

Recovery phrase handling

Treat your recovery phrase as the single most sensitive secret. Do not photograph, copy into cloud storage, email, or type it on a computer. Preferably store it in two geographically separated physical copies.

Troubleshooting and common issues

Device not recognized

Try another USB port or cable, reboot your computer, and ensure Ledger Live is up to date. If that fails, consult official support resources and knowledge base articles.

Forgot PIN

If you forget the PIN, you can recover accounts using your recovery phrase on the same or new Ledger hardware. This restores access but requires the 24-word phrase.

Security checklist

Do

• Use strong unique PINs and physical security.
• Keep firmware and Ledger Live updated.
• Verify addresses on the device before confirming transactions.

Don't

• Share your recovery phrase with anyone.
• Install unknown plugins or third-party apps that request your seed.

Final notes & resources

Summary

Ledger Live provides a secure environment to manage crypto when paired with proper hardware handling and seed protection. Follow the steps: prepare, download Ledger Live, set up the device, verify addresses, and keep your recovery phrase offline and secure.

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