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

A compact, step-by-step presentation to help new and returning users securely install and access Ledger Live with best practices and official resources.

Overview

Ledger Live is the official companion app for Ledger hardware wallets. It never asks for your 24-word recovery phrase — your private keys stay offline in the device. This guide covers: installing Ledger Live, initial device setup, logging in (device-based), restoring accounts, and security tips.

1. Prepare — Official downloads & resources

Always download Ledger Live and related tools from Ledger's official domains. Verify installers and ignore unsolicited links or emails.

2. Install & start Ledger Live

Steps

  1. Download the app for your OS from the official page above.
  2. Open Ledger Live and click Get started → choose your device model.
  3. Follow on-screen instructions; initialize as a new device or restore from recovery phrase.

3. Login & access model

Ledger Live doesn’t use username/password logins for wallet access. Instead, you connect your Ledger device (USB/Bluetooth depending on model) and confirm actions on the device. The device PIN unlocks the hardware and authorizes transactions.

4. Restoring accounts

If you already have a recovery phrase, use Restore when setting up the device. Follow Ledger's official guidance to restore your accounts safely:

5. Security best practices

Do

  • Download only from ledger.com or support.ledger.com.
  • Keep your 24-word recovery phrase offline and never share it.
  • Verify package signatures/checksums when available.

Don’t

  • Enter your recovery phrase into any website, app, or chat — Ledger will never ask for it.
  • Install Ledger Live from third-party download mirrors or search-engine popups.

6. Troubleshooting & support

Official support resources and help articles are available to walk you through common issues:

7. Quick checklist (keep this handy)

  • ✅ Official download obtained
  • ✅ Device PIN set (don’t share)
  • ✅ Recovery phrase backed up offline
  • ✅ Recovery Check completed
  • ✅ Follow up with official support for unresolved issues

For deeper reading and product updates, consult the official Ledger blog and supported services pages listed in the right column.

Made with security-first steps in mind. Remember: not your keys, not your coins — protect your recovery phrase.