Official Site® | Ledger.com/Start® — Getting started

A concise, secure walkthrough to set up your Ledger device and begin managing your crypto with confidence.

Ledger.com/Start® — Quick overview

Welcome to the Official Site® guide for Ledger.com/Start®. This page explains the essential steps to unbox, initialize, and protect your Ledger hardware wallet. Follow each step carefully: Ledger devices are designed to keep your private keys offline and under your control, and Ledger.com/Start® walks you through the official setup flow to ensure your seed phrase and PIN are created securely.

Ledger.com/Start® — Step-by-step setup

  1. Unbox and verify: Only begin setup using the device out of its original packaging. Confirm the tamper-evident seal and check that you received an authentic Ledger device. Visit Ledger.com/Start® on a secure computer to begin the official onboarding.
  2. Install Ledger Live: Download and install Ledger Live from the official site when prompted on Ledger.com/Start®. Ledger Live will guide device firmware updates, app management, and portfolio overview. Never install Ledger Live from third-party websites.
  3. Create device PIN: When prompted, choose a PIN you will remember but that is hard to guess. Enter the PIN only on the device itself — never on a connected computer or phone.
  4. Write down your recovery phrase: Ledger devices generate a 24-word recovery phrase (seed). Write these words in order on the supplied recovery sheet. Store this sheet offline in a secure location — never store the full recovery phrase digitally or photograph it. Ledger.com/Start® includes instructions for recovery confirmation.
  5. Install apps and manage accounts: Use Ledger Live to install blockchain apps (Bitcoin, Ethereum, etc.) on your Ledger device, then add accounts in Ledger Live to manage funds.

Ledger.com/Start® — Security best practices

Choose an offline, fire-resistant place to store your recovery sheet. Treat the recovery phrase as the single source of truth for accessing your crypto: anyone with it can control your funds. Ledger.com/Start® recommends multiple secure backups and avoiding cloud storage, email, or phone photos for the recovery phrase.

Always confirm transaction details on the device screen before approving. Ledger devices verify addresses and amounts independently of the host computer; looking carefully at the device screen prevents malicious software on a PC from tricking you.

Keep Ledger Live up to date. Firmware and app updates often include important security fixes. Ledger.com/Start® will prompt legitimate updates; verify updates through Ledger Live only.

Ledger.com/Start® — Common questions

What if I lose my device? You can recover your accounts using the 24-word recovery phrase on a new Ledger device or compatible wallet that supports the same standard. This is why storing the phrase securely is critical.

What if my recovery phrase is stolen? If you suspect compromise, move your funds to a brand-new wallet generated from a new hardware device and a new recovery phrase as soon as possible.

Can Ledger support access my funds? No — Ledger cannot access your private keys or recover your funds for you. Ledger provides the hardware and software; control of funds is yours via your recovery phrase and device PIN.

Disclaimer: This page is a user guide and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or a replacement for official Ledger documentation. For official downloads and the most current instructions always visit Ledger.com/Start®. Cryptocurrencies are volatile and using hardware wallets requires following security best practices. The author is not responsible for loss due to incorrect setup, phishing attacks, or failure to follow secure storage recommendations.