Ledger.com/Start® | Getting started — Ledger

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🧰 What You’ll Need Before Starting

Before you begin, make sure you have:

  • Your Ledger hardware wallet (Nano S Plus, Nano X, or Stax).
  • A computer or compatible smartphone with internet access.
  • The USB cable (or Bluetooth support, depending on model) included in the box.
  • A pen and paper (or recovery sheet) to write down your 24‑word recovery phrase securely.

🌐 Step 1: Visit Ledger.com/Start

Open a web browser and type directly into the address bar — don’t click through search results or ads. This prevents phishing scams impersonating the official site.
On that page, select your Ledger device model to begin the guided setup instructions tailored to that device.

📥 Step 2: Download and Install Ledger Live

Once you select your device, Ledger.com/Start will link you to download Ledger Live — the official companion app that lets you manage crypto, install blockchain-specific apps, and interact with your wallet.
Ledger Live is available for Windows, macOS, Linux on desktop — and Android or iOS on mobile.

🔌 Step 3: Connect Your Ledger Device and Initialize

Connect your Ledger device to your computer (via USB) or smartphone (via Bluetooth if supported).
Open Ledger Live, choose “Set up as new device,” and follow on‑screen prompts. You’ll be asked to:

  • Select a PIN code (4–8 digits) to secure your device.
  • Generate a 24‑word recovery phrase (seed phrase). The device will display it — write it down on the provided recovery sheet only. Never type it on a computer or take a photo.
  • Confirm (verify) some of the words on the device to ensure you recorded them correctly.

💼 Step 4: Install Coin Apps & Add Accounts

Once your device is initialized and secured, open Ledger Live → Manager tab. From there you can install apps for the cryptocurrencies you plan to use (e.g. Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, etc.).
After installing the apps, go to Accounts → Add Account. Ledger Live will detect the public keys and create wallet addresses for each of your selected coins.

🪙 Step 5: Manage Your Crypto — Safely

Now you’re ready to send, receive, stake, swap coins, or manage NFTs — all securely via Ledger Live, with private keys still stored offline in your Ledger device.
Every transaction requires manual confirmation on your Ledger device — meaning even if your computer is compromised, funds remain safe.

✅ Security Best Practices to Remember

  • Always visit Ledger.com/Start by typing the URL manually. Don’t trust search ads or suspicious links.
  • Never store your 24‑word recovery phrase digitally — no photos, no text files, no cloud storage. Keep it offline, ideally on paper or metal, in a safe place.
  • Verify addresses on the hardware device before confirming transactions.
  • Keep your firmware and Ledger Live updated through official updates delivered on Ledger.com/Start.

✨ Final Thoughts

Using Ledger.com/Start makes setting up your crypto wallet straightforward, secure, and error‑resistant. By following this step‑by‑step process — from unboxing to managing crypto — you lay a strong foundation for long‑term safety. If you just got a Ledger device: take time, follow the instructions carefully, and enjoy the peace of mind of true self‑custody.

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