Welcome to Ledger! This guide will walk you step by step to securely start up your Ledger device. Learn everything about setup, security, recovery, and usage in a clear and easy-to-follow format.
Ledger ensures your cryptocurrency assets remain secure through hardware wallets, PIN protection, and backup recovery. In this guide, we will cover all necessary steps from unboxing to managing your crypto safely.
Before starting, make sure you have received the official Ledger package. It contains:
Inspect the device and packaging for tampering. Ledger devices are designed with security seals to prevent unauthorized access. Never use a device that looks tampered with.
Plug your Ledger device into your computer or smartphone using the supplied USB cable. Your device will display the Ledger logo.
Follow the on-screen prompts on the device screen to initialize it.
Ledger Live is the official companion app for your device. Download and install Ledger Live from the official Ledger website:
Download Ledger LiveAfter installation, open Ledger Live and follow the instructions to add your device and create a new wallet.
Choose a secure PIN code using your device. Your PIN code protects access to your crypto assets if your device is lost or stolen.
This step is crucial. Your 24-word recovery phrase is the only way to restore your wallet if your device is lost or damaged.
Ledger Live allows you to install apps for each cryptocurrency you want to manage. Supported cryptocurrencies include Bitcoin, Ethereum, and thousands of others.
Open Ledger Live > Manager > Install Apps. Follow the instructions to add apps securely.
To receive crypto, open Ledger Live > Accounts > Receive. Verify the address on your device screen to ensure security.
To send crypto securely, always verify the recipient address on your device. Ledger ensures transactions are signed safely offline.
If you encounter issues, check:
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