Your First Step Toward Secure Digital Asset Ownership
Ledger hardware wallets are designed to provide secure, offline storage for cryptocurrencies and digital assets. Unlike software wallets that operate entirely on internet-connected devices, Ledger wallets keep private keys isolated within a secure element chip. This prevents malware, phishing attacks, and remote intrusions from accessing your funds.
The official setup process begins at Ledger.com/start, which guides users through device initialization, security verification, and wallet management tools.
Cryptocurrency ownership means you control your private keys. If those keys are exposed or lost, assets may be permanently unrecoverable. Hardware wallets reduce risk by ensuring keys never leave the physical device.
Even if a computer is compromised, transactions must be confirmed directly on the Ledger device screen, creating a barrier between online threats and your digital wealth.
Ensure the packaging is intact and comes from a trusted source. Ledger devices include tamper-resistant design and cryptographic verification during setup.
Ledger Live is the companion software used to manage assets, install apps, and verify balances. It connects securely with the hardware wallet while keeping private keys isolated.
Always download Ledger Live from the official website to avoid counterfeit software risks.
The PIN prevents unauthorized physical access. Enter it directly on the device using the buttons provided.
The device generates a 24-word recovery phrase. Write it down and store it offline in a secure place. This phrase allows recovery if the device is lost or damaged.
When sending funds, Ledger Live prepares the transaction, but signing occurs inside the hardware wallet. You must verify details on the device screen before approval.
Ledger supports thousands of cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and many tokens. Users install individual apps on the device to manage different assets.
If your device is lost, stolen, or damaged, you can restore your wallet on another Ledger device using the recovery phrase. This ensures continuity without exposing private keys online.
Private keys remain inside the device, reducing remote attack risks.
You must reset the device and recover using the recovery phrase.
Yes, it is the official management software.
Yes, install apps for different cryptocurrencies.
No, keys remain stored on your hardware wallet.